Employment Status:  Part-time | 30 hours per fortnight
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident 
Salary Range: $83,170 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Start Date: Negotiable

About St Clare's College

Welcome to St Clare's College, where we educate and inspire! Our college is a vibrant and inclusive community that thrives on embracing life's challenges and changes. Here, learning is more than a task – it's an adventure. We believe in providing our students with every opportunity to grow and excel in all aspects of their lives. At St Clare's, we create an empowering and safe community where students can fearlessly pursue their dreams. Our passionate teachers are committed to nurturing the spiritual, physical, emotional, and intellectual growth of our students. Join us at St Clare's College, where every day is an opportunity for transformation and growth. 

About the Role 

The Science Laboratory Assistant is an integral member of the classroom support team, working closely with teaching staff to ensure the smooth operation of science learning environments. This role involves managing and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies, supporting the preparation and delivery of practical lessons, and promoting a safe and engaging space for scientific learning. The Science Laboratory Assistant also plays a key role in fostering inclusive education by assisting in the implementation of strategies that enable all students, including those with diverse learning needs, to access and participate fully in science curriculum activities. This support helps students develop the academic and social skills necessary for independent learning and confident classroom engagement.

Benefits and Opportunities 

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
• Support for professional development and study opportunities 
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice 

Qualifications  

• Certificate IV in School-Based Education Support; or
• Third year or final year of study in a relevant Initial Teacher Education (ITE) qualification.
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• Science-related qualifications and experience are desirable. 

Application Process 

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. An appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.  

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. 

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here. 

Position-specific queries: Please contact Vikram Bhatia on 02 6260 9400 or via email vikram.bhatia@stcc.act.edu.edu 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

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