Science Lab Assistant - St Monica's College, Cairns

Catholic Education - Diocese of Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12.75% employer superannuation

Annual leave with leave loading

Salary packaging options

Long service leave after 7 years

14 weeks paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

St Monica's College, Cairns is seeking a part-time Science Lab Assistant to support the Science Department. The role involves delivering chemicals and equipment to classes, organizing orders, and helping with practical lessons under supervision.

The position is term-time and permanent, with 12 hours per week, and requires adherence to school safety guidelines. The successful applicant will hold a Working with Children Blue Card and support the Catholic Education ethos.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or educational laboratory is desirable.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and chemical handling procedures.
• Capacity to work effectively in a team and meet tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Science Lab Technician with preparing and delivering chemicals and equipment to classes.
• Collate experiment orders from teaching staff and gather required items.
• Assist in classroom practicals as needed and return/clean glassware and equipment after lessons.

Skills

Science lab experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Start date: 23 January 2027

Employment Type: Term Time, Permanent - 12hrs/week (days and hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant)

Salary Range: SOF Level 3 - $34.17 - $35.62 gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 6pm, Sunday 15 November 2026

St Monica's College, Cairns

The College is situated in the central business district of Cairns, one block from the Cairns Esplanade. St Monica's is the oldest school in the region, with rich heritage and Mercy traditions. As a Catholic Secondary Day and Boarding College for young women, St Monica's is a faith community where belief in the dignity of the human person underlies our educational philosophy, structures and processes. During the last few years, the College has undertaken a significant building project to compliment its two heritage buildings. Reinforcing our strong Mercy tradition all the buildings are named after Sisters of Mercy. We are the only all female school in the Cairns region with an enrolment of over 690 students. Year levels 7 to 12 are offered, with both day and boarding options.

About The Role

The Science Lab Assistant role is to assist the Science Lab Technician to prepare & deliver chemicals and equipment to classes for practical lessons in the Science Department. Under guidance and supervision this role involves collating experiment orders from teachers; gathering equipment & supplies related to that order; occasionally assisting in classroom practical lessons as required; return and clean-up of glassware and equipment after practical lessons are completed.

Qualities Recommended For This Position Are

• willingness to work in a team,
• an understanding of the requirement to adhere to the time frame relevant to a school situation (i.e. lesson times etc),
• attention to detail and
• an understanding of the requirement to adhere to relevant safety guidelines regarding the preparation and use of Chemicals and equipment.

Some Science Experience Is Preferred.

For further information, please refer to the Position Description: ASOC Laboratory Assistant Position Description - Level 3.pdf

Work Requirements

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Passport Membership available

Enquiries

Principal

Mrs Leanne Webster

P: 07 4042 4800

E: smc. [e-mail]

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

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Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.