Science Assistant Senior School

St. Paul'S School; São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading international school in São Paulo is seeking a Science Assistant to support the Senior School Science Faculty by preparing and managing laboratory equipment and resources for lessons. The role involves ensuring safety standards, maintaining inventory, and assisting teachers during practical sessions. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and a solid understanding of laboratory protocols. The position offers full-time employment with health and dental benefits.

Serviços

Health insurance

Dental plan

Pension plan

Onsite lunches

Food card

Transportation tickets

Qualificações

• Completed or in progress Bachelor's degree in Chemistry is required.
• Experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.
• Solid understanding of chemical preparation protocols is necessary.
• Intermediate level of English is required; fluency is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and set up apparatus and materials for science lessons.
• Maintain and manage inventory of laboratory materials.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.
• Assist with practical lessons as needed.

Conhecimentos

Chemical preparation protocols

Laboratory equipment handling

Organizational skills

Health and safety standards

Communication skills

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Role Overview

The Science Assistant supports the Senior School Science Faculty by preparing and maintaining equipment materials and resources for lessons ensuring a safe and efficient learning environment. This role involves assisting teachers in practical sessions, maintaining inventory and upholding health and safety standards in the laboratories.

About Us

St. Pauls was founded in 1926 and was the first school in South America to receive accreditation from the UK government as a British School Overseas. Fully coeducational with about 1000 pupils aged from 3 to 18, it is a school with history and tradition but embraces innovation, contemporary values and the latest in digital learning. We are a world‑class school and an international member of HMC, IAPS, COBIS, and LAHC. We are proud of our local, national and international reputation and constantly strive to improve the opportunities for our pupils and staff. Our recent BSO inspection judged us as a leading British School overseas and you can download the report from our website. Our exceptional facilities place teaching and learning at the heart of the school.

Key Responsibilities

Lesson Preparation & Support

• Prepare and set up apparatus, chemicals, biological materials and other teaching resources as required by Science Teachers.
• Assist in organising and preparing materials and standard solutions for lessons in advance ensuring efficient workflow.
• Maintain well‑organised, tidy and properly equipped laboratories.
• Assist in practical lessons as requested by the teacher.
• Ensure essential classroom materials (e.g. pencils, erasers, glue, scissors) are available and replenished.
• Intervene if unsafe or wasteful practices occur when assisting a class.
• Reinforce lab safety rules when assisting a class.

Equipment & Inventory Management

• Monitor, maintain and repair laboratory equipment where possible, reporting any faults to the Head of Faculty.
• Regularly update and manage stock levels of chemicals, glassware and other consumables using Lab Logger.
• Assist with end‑of‑year inventory checks and ordering of necessary materials.
• Oversee the safe storage and disposal of laboratory waste including biological and chemical residues.
• Advise on the purchase of new or replacement equipment to ensure high‑quality practical sessions.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow CLEAPSS, IGCSE and IBO health and safety guidelines.
• Ensure correct handling, storage and disposal of chemicals and other hazardous materials.
• Keep storage areas clean, organised and compliant with safety regulations.

Our Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental plan
• Pension plan
• Onsite lunches
• Food card
• Transportation tickets

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The offer of the role would be made subject to receipt of satisfactory references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification checks and other safeguarding checks (including Internet and Social Media profiles, exposure checks, overseas checks if appropriate and a pre‑placement medical assessment). Proof of entitlement to work in Brazil is also required where necessary.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (completed or in progress) in Chemistry.
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting within an educational institution (school or university) is desirable.
• Solid understanding of chemical preparation protocols and confidence in handling reagents and laboratory equipment.
• Minimum intermediate level of English; fluency is preferred.

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Please ensure your entire application is in English. Applications will be considered as they arrive and the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.