School Science Lab Assistant # Tan Kah Kee

• Maintain science equipment and apparatus, ensuring they are in optimal condition for use.
• Prepare apparatus and set up materials and equipment for daily lessons, experiments, and practical exams.
• Procure science equipment and apparatus for the school.
• Conduct annual stock-taking of science equipment and lab apparatus.
• Organize resources in the school science laboratory.
• Assist science teachers in lesson preparation, when necessary.
• Liaise with vendors for servicing and repairs of instruments or equipment.
• Repair or arrange for the repair of faulty equipment or apparatus.
• Maintain cleanliness of school lab equipment and science rooms.
• Monitor the schedule of teachers using the science rooms.
• Assist in ensuring safety and maintaining discipline during science laboratory lessons.

IT and Technical Support

• Set up IT equipment (e.g., projector, computer, tablet PC, handheld devices) for science lessons.
• Perform print jobs and scan documents for science instruction.

Student and Teacher Support

• Accompany pupils and teachers on learning journeys, as required.
• Attend to injured or sick pupils in the sick bay (minor injuries or illnesses).
• Assist with making phone calls, such as contacting parents of sick pupils.
• Ensure safety and assist with discipline during science lessons.

General Administrative Duties

• Provide customer service at the reception counter, including attending to visitors, staff, and pupils.
• Issue security passes to visitors and contractors.
• Attend to the administration of lost-and-found items.
• Record phone messages and answer calls within three rings.
• Attend to goods deliveries and direct them to the appropriate locations.
• Provide administrative support at the general office, when needed.
• Carry out tasks assigned by the Principal, Vice-Principals, HOD/Science, or Administrative Manager.

Qualification:

• Education: Preferably with a minimum secondary level.

Experience Requirements:

• Preferably with a minimum 3 years in a school environment.
• Prior experience in laboratory and customer service.
• Familiarity with handling and interacting with young children (e.g., aged 7 to 12 years).

Skills and Knowledge Requirement:

• Language Proficiency: Good command of the English language.
• Fluent in a mother tongue (Mandarin, Malay, Tamil, or other non-Tamil languages).

Technical Skills:

• Basic IT knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Personal Attributes:

• Pleasant personality with a friendly and service-oriented attitude.
• Able to work well with others and foster a cooperative environment.