Science Technician

TENBY SCHOOLS PENANG; Penang; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount for children

Medical insurance benefits

Personal Accident insurance

Job summary

Tenby Schools Penang is seeking an enthusiastic Science Technician to join a team supporting the learning of students across all 3 Sciences. This role involves preparing practical lessons, assisting with safety regulations, and working closely with teaching staff.

Join a committed and high-performing team in a state-of-the-art learning environment that fosters positive student engagement and safety. Apply your scientific knowledge and passion for education in a vibrant school community.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols related to lab work.
• Passionate about education and supporting students.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in Science Department.
• Assist with cover and exam invigilation.
• Prepare materials and equipment as required.
• Set up apparatus and clean laboratory at the end of lessons.
• Refill and label laboratory chemical bottles.
• Support students during practical lessons.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Safety regulations knowledge

Fluency in English

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science

Job description

Tenby Schools Penang is keen to employ an enthusiastic and capable Science Technician to work as part of a team of two Technicians to support learning across all 3 Sciences. The school prides itself on a progressive approach to teaching, with lessons including dynamic collaborative activities and a challenging pace. You will be joining a highly professional, supportive and high performing team that are committed to inspiring students to love Science. We have new state-of-the-art labs, robotics programmes and technician rooms and access to excellent facilities to support learning.

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Description of School

At Tenby Schools Penang, part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) -a global network of 120+ schools across 23 countries, we are proud to offer an international and cosmopolitan learning environment. Our diverse campus hosts students from over 30 countries, providing them with a world-class education.

With nearly 60 years of pioneering experience in international education in Malaysia, Tenby Schools Penang has established a reputation for excellence in staff development and delivering high-quality teaching and learning. What sets us apart is our unique integration of a Private Malaysian School and an International School, fostering a truly unified and inclusive educational experience.

Located on the island of Penang, we are one of the leading schools in the region. If you're looking for a vibrant, progressive, and supportive school community, we encourage you to explore more about Tenby Schools Penang.

Visit our website at http://www.tenby.edu.my/penang and follow us on social media to stay updated.

We look forward to welcoming talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence in education.

ISP Malaysia

ISP Malaysia operates the Tenby Schools, Asia Pacific Schools and Straits International Schools where we are strategically located covering the Klang Valley, Perak, Penang and Johor within Malaysia. Our experience in education excellence helps us provide amazing learning experiences for students as young as 3 years up to 18 years old. Our schools in Malaysia follow the international school curriculum comprising IGCSE and A-levels, starting at the kindergarten level, while 5 of the schools also offer the Malaysian National Curriculum. While the national and international schools and classrooms are separated, facilities and non-curricular activities are shared between the schools. With over 8,500 students, we have a 60-year history in the country providing education to students and have gained a reputation for excellence and high standards in education.

A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognized and valued.

A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of decision-making.

An embedded whole campus commitment to professional development and a commitment to serving others.

A peer network of like-minded teaching colleagues and support from non-academic staff.

Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.

A commitment to employee well-being.

We also offer:

• Tuition fees discount for children of employees
• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits
• Personal Accident insurance coverage

Key Responsibilities

• To assist the work of the teaching staff in the Science Department to support the learning of the students in the school.
• Assisting with cover and exam invigilation when required.
• To prepare materials and equipment as required by the departmental staff following CLEAPPS and HAZCARDS regulations.
• To prepare practical lessons & examinations
• Setting out apparatus, cleaning away waste materials, etc.
• To refill, label and clean laboratory reagent bottles, acids, alkalis, indicators, including labelling expired chemicals etc.
• To make up stock solutions when required.
• To assist the department staff with the delivery of practical lessons and under the instruction/guidance of the teacher to support pupils during practical work/demonstrations.
• To ensure rooms and equipment are kept clean and tidy and that safety regulations are met, including checking equipment for safety, cleaning and sterilizing equipment and advising pupils on safety aspects of particular practicals.
• To assist with the creation of files and cataloguing of articles for pupil research and staff use.
• To carry out routine checking of equipment, maintaining regular inventories of materials, books, and equipment, and conducting regular stock takes, repairing faults and arranging for repair where this cannot be performed in- house.
• To maintain a safe working environment for staff and pupils and to ensure the health and safety procedures are always followed e.g. weekly check of eye wash station and showers.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science or equivalent.
• The ideal candidate should have experience of working in a laboratory and/or strong knowledge of safety regulations and protocols that surround lab work.
• Preferably with experience in an international school.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Patient, caring, responsible and passionate about teaching or education.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

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The Tenby Schools Group

Tenby Schools is a rapidly expanding group of international and Malaysian private schools in Malaysia. Having started in Ipoh, there are now also Tenby Schools in Penang, Setia Eco Park in Shah Alam, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru, Setia Ecohill in Semenyih and Tropicana Aman in Kota Kemuning.

Our vision is “A United World At Peace – Through Education” and is shared by all our schools. We are dedicated to bring together students from different cultures and nationalities and educate them to become the global citizens of the future - young people with respect for one another, confidence in themselves and the determination to become outstanding achievers.

HISTORY AND PRESENT

Tenby Schools Ipoh was established in 1960 by British expatriates who wanted their children to receive high-quality education based on the British system. The school started as an expatriate kindergarten that became an international school, Tenby International School (TIS), Ipoh, which later expanded to include a private Malaysian school, Sekolah Tenby. TIS, Ipoh is also the first school in the group to offer the Cambridge International A-Level Programme since 2010, alongside the other curricula on the same campus.

Tenby Schools Penang began life as a local kindergarten and a private school, with Tenby International School (TIS), Penang being established in 2007. In 2011, the school moved into its current location, a purpose-built campus conveniently located in Tanjung Bungah. The school complex is equipped with modern facilities, supported by a strong faculty of teaching staff.

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park is the first purpose-built school in the group. Located on a 20-acre site in the award‑winning Setia Eco Park development, the school offers top-class education from Early Years up to the Sixth Form. Since its establishment in 2008, Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park has become one of the most popular international/private schools in the Klang Valley. The school commenced the Cambridge International A-Level Programme in 2012 for its Sixth Form.

Tenby International School, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru commenced operation in January 2013, offering an international student‑centred programme for Early Years, Primary and Secondary students.

Tenby Schools is a rapidly expanding group of international and Malaysian private schools in Malaysia. Having started in Ipoh, there are now also Tenby Schools in Penang, Setia Eco Park in Shah Alam, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru, Setia Ecohill in Semenyih and Tropicana Aman in Kota Kemuning.

Our vision is “A United World At Peace – Through Education” and is shared by all our schools. We are dedicated to bring together students from different cultures and nationalities and educate them to become the global citizens of the future - young people with respect for one another, confidence in themselves and the determination to become outstanding achievers.

HISTORY AND PRESENT

Tenby Schools Ipoh was established in 1960 by British expatriates who wanted their children to receive high‑quality education based on the British system. The school started as an expatriate kindergarten that became an international school, Tenby International School (TIS), Ipoh, which later expanded to a private Malaysian school, Sekolah Tenby. TIS, Ipoh is also the first school in the group to offer the Cambridge International A-Level Programme since 2010, alongside the other curricula on the same campus.

Tenby Schools Penang began life as a local kindergarten and a private school, with TIS, Penang being established in 2007. In 2011, the school moved into its current location, a purpose-built campus conveniently located in Tanjung Bungah.

Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park is the first purpose‑built school in the group. Located on a 20‑acre site in the award‑winning Setia Eco Park development, the school offers top‑class education from Early Years up to the Sixth Form. Since its establishment in 2008, Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park has become one of the most popular international/private schools in the Klang Valley. The school commenced the Cambridge International A-Level Programme in 2012 for its Sixth Form.

Tenby International School, Setia Eco Gardens in Johor Bahru commenced operation in January 2013, offering an international student‑centred programme for Early Years, Primary and Secondary students.

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