School Science Lab Aide cum Teaching Assistant (Lorong Chuan, 1 Year)

BUSINESS EDGE PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

BUSINESS EDGE PERSONNEL SERVICES PTE LTD is seeking a school laboratory assistant for a fixed-term contract in Singapore. The role covers laboratory preparation, setup and maintenance for science lessons, safety compliance and chemical handling, and stock management.

Responsibilities include assisting teachers, preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe procedures while supporting green initiatives and department needs.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of scientific apparatus.
• Competent in handling reagents and simple experimental set-ups.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, apparatus and specimens for science lessons and the annual practical test.
• Set up and test experimental apparatus before lessons to ensure safety and functionality.
• Assist teachers with practical lessons, tests, demonstrations and science experiments.
• Dismantle and clean up after science lab lessons and store equipment properly.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in laboratories and storage areas.
• Assist with safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals.

Skills

Lab equipment handling

Safety awareness

Reagent handling

Education

GCE O'Level with science subjects

Nitec/Higher Nitec in science

Job description

Work Location: 220 Lorong Chuan, Singapore 556742
Monthly Salary: S$2200/Month

Contract Period: 1 December 2026 to 30 November 2027. The school may extend the contract from 1 December 2027 to 30 November 2028.

There is no work during these periods:

• 1 December to 27 December 2026
• 31 May to 23 June 2027

Working Hours:

• Mondays to Fridays: 7:15am to 2:15pm, including a 30-minute meal break
• No work on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays
• There is no overtime pay

Key Responsibilities

1. Laboratory preparation and setup

• Prepare materials, apparatus and specimens for science lessons and the annual practical test
• Set up and test experimental apparatus before lessons to make sure it works and is safe
• Assist teachers with practical lessons, practical tests, demonstrations and science experiments
• Dismantle and clean up after science lab lessons, making sure all equipment is properly stored

2. Laboratory maintenance and housekeeping

• Keep laboratories, preparation rooms and storage areas clean and tidy
• Clean and wash laboratory apparatus, glassware and equipment after use
• Make sure equipment and facilities are well maintained and in working condition
• Assist with regular pest control, ventilation and general upkeep of laboratory areas

3. Safety and compliance

• Make sure safety guidelines are followed
• Keep Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals and make sure bottles and containers are properly labelled
• Assist with safe storage, handling and disposal of chemicals and biological waste

4. Inventory and resource management

• Carry out simple stock-taking and update inventory records regularly
• Prepare and propose purchases of science materials and equipment to the HOD Science / LH Science
• Receive and check deliveries of items ordered, and make sure they are properly stored

5. Support for green environment and Science department initiatives

• Maintain live stock such as plants and other living specimens used in science lessons
• Maintain and monitor the indoor hydroponic system, and support the upkeep of garden green spaces
• Assist teachers in preparing materials for teaching and learning and for recess programme activities

Job Requirements

Academic qualifications (minimum):

• GCE 'O' Level certificate with passes in Science subjects, or
• Nitec or Higher Nitec in a science-related discipline

Knowledge and skills:

• Basic understanding of scientific apparatus
• Competent in handling reagents and simple experimental set-ups

Experience:

• Prior experience in a school laboratory role is an advantage.

EA License No.: 96C4864

Reg. No.: R22110485 (Shanice Lim Xin Ni)