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Science Laboratory Technician - Carmel College, THORNLANDS

Science Laboratory Technician - Carmel College, THORNLANDS

Brisbane Catholic Education

Thornlands

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
January 2021
Apply by:
2 December 2020

Job overview

 

Carmel College, Thornlands is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and experienced Science Laboratory Technician to join our team. You will provide Science teaching staff with high level of assistance and support for classroom activities.

Duties include: working unsupervised in a school science lab; coordinating the use of scientific equipment and chemicals; applying Workplace Health and Safety standards; providing some in class support to teaching staff during practical activities.

You will be required to work autonomously, applying sound judgement and in-depth knowledge for the efficient operation of the Science Laboratory. Through your well-developed laboratory skills, you will plan and select appropriate equipment, techniques and organise work for students. You will have previous laboratory experience, ideally in a school environment along with great communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with staff and students. Qualifications in Laboratory techniques, technology or services, or equivalent knowledge, qualifications and experience are highly regarded.

A cover letter addressing the criteria outlined above, should be included with your application.


As the only co-educational Catholic secondary college on the scenic Redlands Coast, Carmel College provides education for more than 1250 students from Years 7 to 12. Established in 1993, the College has a strong tradition of encouraging students to ‘let their light’ shine in and for the community.

All members of our College community are valued, respected and encouraged to maximise their opportunities in learning and in life. Our talented and caring teachers are committed to inspiring our students – spiritually, academically, culturally and physically.

Visit our school website here

 

To be successful in this role you will:

  • have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education;
  • hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement; and
  • be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.


Estimated Start Date:
  Commencing January 2021

Position Tenure:   Continuing

Weeks Worked:  School term weeks only (holidays unpaid)

Tenure Duration (If Fixed Term):  

Total Paid Hours (per wk) & Days Required:   38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Term Time.

Salary Level, Range or Hourly Rate:   School Officer Level 5 - $33.53 per hour

Employment Conditions:   Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement


This position involves working with children.  The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with the law.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.


Contact Person:
  Mr Stephen Adair

Contact Telephone Number:   07 3488 7777

Contact Email:   stho_employment@bne.catholic.edu.au

Closing Date:  02-Dec-2020

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About Brisbane Catholic Education

About Archdiocese of Brisbane

Brisbane Catholic Education is committed to high quality teaching and learning for more than 70,000 young people enrolled in our schools and colleges from Prep to Year 12.

Our community of schools within the Archdiocese of Brisbane is founded on Christ and is at the service of our students, families, society and the Church – teaching, challenging and transforming.​​​​​​

Our mission is to teach, challenge and transform through our service, support and leadership for Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Brisbane. 

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Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE), is the second largest non-Government employer in Queensland, supporting some 72,000 students and 11,500 employees in 141 school communities and six office locations, all located in South East Queensland.  

Our employees work in a wide range of teaching and non-teaching roles that support Catholic traditions and contribute to developing socially just young people who embrace sustainability and make positive contributions to the modern world.

Through our Christian values we are at the service of our students, families, society and the Church.

We have a variety of opportunities available across our growing South East Queensland network​ of schools:

  • ​Teaching
  • Senior and Middle Leadership
  • Specialist positions
  • Non teaching support roles
  • Graduate teaching


With a vibrant working environment, we provide generous benefits for employees, highly value professional and career development, supporting our people to deliver excellence in their profession and excellent outcomes for our schools. 

Experience a genuine sense of unity and connectedness that is synonymous with Catholic Education.  Building and nurturing meaningful relationships and enjoying a strong sense of camaraderie across our school, student, parent and BCE Office communities. 

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