Science Lab Assistant #Edgedale Plains

GREENSAFE INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support organization in Singapore is seeking an experienced Science Lab Assistant to prepare equipment for science experiments and support teachers in primary school settings. Candidates should have GCE ‘O’ Levels or equivalent qualifications and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Good interpersonal skills and meticulous planning abilities are essential. This role involves ensuring safety in the lab, monitoring resources, and assisting in various science-related programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience working in a primary school environment as a science lab assistant.
• Good knowledge in the preparation and setting up of apparatus and materials in Life and Physical Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare science apparatus and equipment for experiments.
• Assist teachers in conducting science experiments and enrichment programs.
• Ensure safety of science rooms and adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Planning and organizing

Science lab preparation

Education

GCE ‘O’ Level or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Working Hours

• Mondays to Thursdays: 7.15 a.m. to 4.15 p.m.
• Fridays: 7.15 a.m. to 3.45 p.m.
• Working hours inclusive of 30 min lunch break

Qualifications, Experience, Skills

• GCE ‘O’ level or equivalent qualifications (with at least 1 combined Science subject)
• at least 3 years of experience working in a primary school environment as science lab assistant
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Meticulous with good planning and organising abilities
• Good knowledge in the preparation and setting up of apparatus and materials in both Life Science and Physical Science
• Interacts well with students

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning Support

• To prepare science apparatus and equipment for science experiments
• To assist/support teachers in the conduct of science experiments and science enrichment programmes which include E2K, hydroponics, eco trails, science-related CCAs and Applied Learning Programme (ALP).
• To assist teachers in the preparation of resources for science competitions and projects and science-related CCAs
• To monitor the operations of the Hydroponics System
• To support in the preparation of resources for science department events
• To ensure the safety of the science rooms by keeping updated on safety guidelines and adhering to safety protocols on the use of equipment and materials

Inventory Management Support

• To monitor the utilisation rate of the science rooms, science resources and apparatus.
• To conduct stock-takes of science resources, apparatus, equipment and consumables
• To check on usability of science apparatus and equipment and collate list of damaged items to be repaired or replaced
• To collate items to be replenished for teaching and learning of science
• To monitor the loaning out and returning of desk copies by science teachers
• To maintain the cleanliness of the science rooms and Hydroponics System
• Any other duties assigned by School Leaders / HOD Science