Laboratory Assistant

Loreto Normanhurst Employees, Location, Alumni; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Loreto Normanhurst seeks a permanent part-time Laboratory Assistant to support the Science faculty commencing Term 1, 2027. The role involves preparing and supporting practical lessons, assessments and activities, and handling essential administrative tasks.

This position requires a degree or diploma in Science or Applied Science with chemistry knowledge, strong laboratory safety knowledge, and competent ICT skills (Excel).

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Science or Applied Science, with chemistry knowledge.
• Experience in a school laboratory and with scientific equipment is acceptable.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling and storage, and risk assessments.
• Competent ICT skills, particularly Excel, with high attention to detail.
• Good planning, organisation, administration and ability to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of the Science faculty and assist with administrative tasks.
• Safely prepare and support practical lessons, assessments and activities.
• Collaborate with staff, students and parents to support student learning.
• Maintain laboratory safety and handle chemicals and storage appropriately.

Skills

Laboratory knowledge

Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Science or Applied Science

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.40 FTE)

Applications Close: 5 November 2026

Loreto Normanhurst seeks a permanent part-time Laboratory Assistant to provide support to the Science faculty commencing Term 1, 2027.

Loreto Normanhurst is a leading Catholic, independent day and boarding school for girls in Years 5-12. Working at Loreto Normanhurst means being part of a caring, faith-filled community rich in history and innovation, where professionalism and commitment to excellence are valued in every role.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an organised, practical and highly professional Laboratory Assistant to provide effective support to the operation of our Science faculty and assist with essential administrative and logistical tasks.

The Laboratory Assistant will work closely with the Science faculty to safely prepare and support practical lessons, assessments and activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive team member with strong laboratory knowledge, attention to detail and a commitment to supporting student learning.

This role is permanent part-time role commencing Term 1, 2027.

The Ideal Candidate

• A degree or diploma in Science or Applied Science, with knowledge of chemistry essential. Alternatively, essential experience working in a school laboratory and using scientific equipment.
• Sound knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling and storage, and the ability to prepare risk assessments.
• Competent ICT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, together with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong planning, organisation, administration, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and build positive working relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Excellent communication skills, discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Fantastic opportunity to join a leading school with a strong culture of teamwork, collaboration and support.
• Participation in our Staff Wellbeing Program, including access to benefits and discounts of leading brands.

All staï¬ff are expected to actively support the Catholic, and speciï¬fically Loreto, ethos of the school. Loreto Normanhurst supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment directed at ensuring their safety and wellbeing. To create and maintain a child safe school, Loreto Normanhurst applies Child Safe Standards.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check from the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Girl

1158 Students
123 TeachingStaff
89 Non-Teaching Staff