Science Lab Assistant (Part-Time)

RAPSYS TECHNOLOGIES PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services provider in Singapore seeks a Science Lab Assistant to prepare materials and assist during lab lessons. Responsibilities include maintaining lab equipment, ensuring safety, and supporting teachers. Ideal candidates will have experience in a primary school setting and strong communication skills. Formal qualifications are not mandatory if relevant experience is present. This full-time role offers structured working hours.

Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant experience working in a primary school environment.
• Candidates without formal qualifications but with relevant experience may also apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and set up experiment apparatus.
• Maintain inventory and ensure the security of lab equipment.
• Assist teachers during hands-on lab lessons.
• Ensure overall cleanliness and safety of the Science Rooms.

Skills

Fluent English communication

Teamwork

Basic first aid

Hands-on approach to lab setups

Education

GCE 'N' Level / 'O' Level or equivalent

Job description

Contract Period

1 January 2026 to 31 December 2026

Working Hours

The Personnel Shall Be Deployed During The Following Hours

• Monday to Friday: 8:30am to 2:00pm (inclusive of a 0.5‑hour lunch break)
• Service not required during:
  • School holidays
  • School events where teaching and learning do not take place
  • Saturdays, Sundays, and gazetted public holidays

Scope of Services

The appointed Science Lab Assistant shall perform the following duties:

• Prepare materials and set up experiment apparatus for each class or level, including class‑based and lab‑based lessons.
• Maintain the inventory loan list, track loaned items, and ensure timely return of apparatus.
• Clear and clean apparatus and equipment after science lessons.
• Notify the staff‑in‑charge of any depleted, damaged, or missing laboratory inventory.
• Maintain and service lab equipment (e.g., magnetising/demagnetising magnets, replacing microscope bulbs).
• Ensure the security of laboratory equipment and prevent unauthorized student entry.
• Refine science activity resources and make them student‑friendly when necessary.
• Assist teachers during hands‑on lab lessons when required.
• Ensure overall cleanliness and safety of the Science Rooms (e.g., checking bunsen burners, gas connections, and flame safety).
• Maintain the Science Resource Cupboard and update inventory lists when needed.
• Conduct termly stock‑taking of the Science Room and Resource Cupboard.
• Assist in preparing science room flashcards, including laminating materials.
• Assist with general clerical work in the General Office when required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Principal, Vice‑Principal, Head of Department (Science), or Level Head (Science).

Qualifications and Skills

• At least one year of relevant experience working in a primary school environment.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English.
• Minimum qualification of GCE ‘N’ Level / ‘O’ Level or equivalent.
• Candidates without formal qualifications but with relevant experience may also apply.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team with a pleasant and positive disposition.
• Preferably trained in basic first aid.
• Preferably a hands‑on individual comfortable with handling experiment setups and lab materials.