Laboratory Technician

Comcare (Australian Government); Brighton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Haileybury seeks a part-time Laboratory Technician for its Middle School Science Department in Brighton. This ongoing role involves supporting science program delivery through equipment management, compliance with safety standards, and collaboration with teaching staff. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a strong organizational skillset.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Career development opportunities

Excellent on-site facilities

Hybrid and flexible opportunities

Paid parental leave and additional personal leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Social groups and events

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of OHS and safety procedures.
• At least 1 year of experience for Degree holders or 2 years for Diploma holders.
• Experience with children from diverse backgrounds is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment for practical sessions and manage laboratory cleanliness.
• Order and manage consumables and maintain chemical storage compliance.
• Support teaching staff with materials and additional delegated duties.

Skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree or Advanced Diploma in Laboratory Technology

Diploma or Certificate IV in relevant field

Job description

Haileybury is currently seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Laboratory Technician to support our vibrant Middle School Science Department at the Brighton campus. This part-time, ongoing role will commence in July 2025.

Working closely with the Head of Science, the Laboratory Technician will provide essential support to ensure the effective delivery of the Science program.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:

• Preparation and Maintenance: Set up equipment for practical sessions, keep laboratories clean and secure, and coordinate repairs with the maintenance department.
• Inventory and Compliance: Order and manage consumables, maintain a resource inventory, and ensure chemical storage and documentation meet regulatory requirements.
• Support and Collaboration: Work closely with teaching staff to ensure timely availability of materials, trial experiments, and undertake additional duties as delegated by the Head of Department.

About you

At Haileybury we are seeking brilliant laboratory staff. We are looking for team members who have:

• Strong understanding of OHS and safety procedures in science lab and classroom environments
• Excellent time management, organisational skills, and ability to multi-task
• Well-organised, patient, enthusiastic, and relationship-oriented
• A collaborative team player with a conscientious approach to work
• Relevant qualifications in Laboratory Technology:
• Degree or Advanced Diploma with at least 1 year of experience, or
• Diploma or Certificate IV with at least 2 years of experience
• Experience working with children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds (desirable)

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply to join the team at Haileybury where we aim to create a supportive culture and learning environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth for our students.

About Haileybury

Haileybury’s vision is to be recognized as a great world school. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional educational experience that fosters the growth of each student through leading teaching and learning programs, a wide array of opportunities, within a culture of high expectations, empowering students to excel.

Everything that we do is centered around our Magenta Principles, striving to be more than a school. Our principles support and shape this in our daily work:

• Every student matters every day
• Every staff member matters every day
• One inclusive community

Haileybury offers a flexible, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We’re focused on embracing change and celebrating our people.

Why work for us:

• Competitive salary to compensate for experience
• Ongoing professional and personal development
• Focus on career development and a vast array of leadership opportunities
• Excellent on-site facilities, grounds, technology and working environment
• Secondment opportunities and pathways to other Melbourne based campus’s, Haileybury Rendall School Darwin and Haileybury Senior School Tianjin
• Variety of hybrid and flexible opportunities, including working at Haileybury Pangea, our online school
• Broader scope of positions across multiple Melbourne campus locations
• Employee leave benefits such as paid parental leave and additional personal leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Various financial benefits to employees throughout discount partnership program and salary packaging optionsAdditional support for teaching parents, with students at Haileybury
• Staff social groups and events

Want to find out more?

To view the position description, please click on the attachment below. For all enquiries, please contact the People and Culture Team via [e-mail].

To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be directed to our online recruitment portal.

Shortlisted candidates may be contacted as applications are received and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening and adhere at all times to the school’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy (https://www.haileyburyy.com.au/policies).

Haileybury is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.