About the College
St Augustine's College - Sydney is a Catholic Congregational school for boys in Years 5 to 12, teaching the Augustinian values of Truth, Love and Community. The College has a strong academic tradition and commitment to pastoral care.
About the Role
The College is seeking a Science Laboratory Assistant to join our Science Faculty on a permanent, full-time basis, working during school term time only (approximately 38 weeks per year).
This is a hands-on and rewarding role suited to someone who enjoys working in a dynamic school environment and supporting high-quality science learning through safe, well‑organised laboratories.
As a valued member of the Science Faculty, you will work closely with teaching staff to ensure practical lessons are well prepared, laboratories are maintained to a high standard, and safety is at the forefront of all activities.
As a member of our team, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting teaching and learning within the Science Faculty
- Preparing and setting up practical experiments and materials for lessons
- Assisting with the smooth day-to-day operation of Science laboratories
- Maintaining and ordering equipment, chemicals and sundry supplies
- Coordinating and supporting the work of a part-time Laboratory Assistant
- Maintaining laboratories, equipment, chemicals and resources
- Working collaboratively with Science teachers, including in-class support when required
- Ensuring WHS requirements are met or exceeded at all times
- Actively promoting a safe and organised laboratory environment
About You:
- Relevant qualifications in Science, a science-related degree, or Laboratory Technician qualifications
- Experience in a similar laboratory or school-based role (highly regarded)
- A strong, practical commitment to laboratory safety and WHS standards
- The ability to work collaboratively with teachers, colleagues and support staff
- A willingness to contribute positively to a faith-based school community
- A genuine commitment to child safety and wellbeing
- An interest in ongoing professional development
Child Safeguarding Statement
St. Augustine’s College is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students. The successful candidate will be required to undergo child protection screening and adhere to our child safeguarding policies.
Why Join St Augustine’s College?
We offer a range of benefits including fantastic culture, regular staff lunch and morning tea and novated leasing options. We also have Fitness Passport to support health and wellbeing, and Sonder, a 24/7 wellbeing and support service for staff.
Applications, including curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of three referees, should be submitted.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 12 MAY HOWEVER WE WILL BE REVIEWING APPLICATIONS AS THEY ARE RECEIVED SO ENCOURAGE EARLY APPLICATION.
For further information regarding this position, please contact the People and Culture team via email recruitment@saintaug.nsw.edu.au.
No agency inquiries, please.
