Salary Range: $85,665 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part-time | 48-hours per fortnight 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable

About Hennessy Catholic College

Hennessy Catholic College is a comprehensive co-educational school for Years 7 to 12, offering a dynamic and caring environment where all students are welcomed, nurtured, and supported to learn and grow in harmony. Located in a diverse regional community, the College provides a quality education in a safe, inclusive, and pastoral setting. Hennessy continues to adapt to meet the evolving needs and interests of its learners. Our highly qualified and experienced teaching staff offers a broad range of opportunities, supported by a strong culture of collaboration and professional learning that enriches teaching practice and student outcomes.

About the Role   

The Science Laboratory Assistant is a key member of the school’s support team, responsible for preparing practical materials, maintaining laboratory equipment, managing the chemical register, and ensuring safe and efficient operation of all science learning spaces. By organising resources, setting up and packing down practical activities, and completing essential administrative tasks, the Assistant provides direct support to teachers, enabling them to focus on high‑quality instruction while ensuring students have access to well‑prepared, safe, and engaging practical learning experiences.

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 to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications

• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) registration
• Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques 

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. 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 and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

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

Position-specific queries: Rachel Hughes on 02 6382 1486 or via email rachel.hughes@cg.catholic.edu.au. 
Application queries: Recruitment Team 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.