SCIENCE TECHNICIAN - SENIOR SCHOOL

dulwich college (singapore) pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-day work week

Term-time role

Paid holidays

Subsidized lunch

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

Dulwich College (Singapore) is seeking a skilled Science Technician to support the Senior School science department, ensuring resources, equipment and stock are prepared for IB/IGCSE science lessons. You will maintain safety, assist teachers and students, and help develop practical activities in a dynamic international school environment.

You should have a science qualification, two years’ lab experience, and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• A Certificate or Diploma in a Science discipline.
• Two years of work experience in a laboratory or engineering setting or similar.
• Experience with electrical and laboratory equipment; risk assessments and health & safety knowledge.
• Experience in secondary school or college setting (IGCSE/IB experience is an advantage).
• Ability to follow procedures and prepare advanced practical experiments for IB Higher Level.

Responsibilities

• Prepare resources, make up solutions, assemble apparatus, and deliver equipment to labs as required.
• Play an active role in developing and trialing new practical activities.
• Assist and demonstrate in practical classes as required.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to teachers, technicians and students.
• Assist teachers to supervise students carrying out investigations and experiments.
• Keep laboratories and preparation rooms tidy and ordered.
• Oversee the storage and maintenance of practical equipment after lessons.
• Ensure safe storage and disposal of chemical and biological waste per regulations.
• Support cleaning staff to ensure safe cleaning of labs.
• Stay up-to-date with health and safety regulations.
• Carry out risk assessments of activities and practicals as requested by teachers.
• Provide advice on safe practice and monitoring activities.
• Assist in managing resources, including books and teaching materials.
• Maintain class sets of laboratory resources (stationery).
• Service and clean equipment and resources as required.
• Stocktaking of equipment, chemicals and stationery to maintain supplies.
• Fix broken science equipment or arrange repair/replacement.
• Monitor access to laboratories and prep areas.
• Attend additional training as required.
• All other duties commensurate with the post.

Skills

English fluency

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Flexible attitude

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate or Diploma in a Science discipline

Two years' work experience in a laboratory or engineering setting

Experience with electrical and laboratory equipment

Tools

Electrical equipment

Laboratory instruments

Safety equipment

Job description

Join a leading international school and enjoy:

• 5-day work week, Term-Time Role;
• Paid school holidays and subsidized lunch;
• Competitive remuneration package & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
  

Dulwich College (Singapore) is seeking to recruit a skilled and knowledgeable SCIENCE TECHNICIAN to join its Senior School (Secondary equivalent) , to support the Science Department in the management and preparation of resources to enable the effective delivery of science curriculum at the College, as well as the maintenance and testing of equipment.

Our College offers both the IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes, and we are looking for the ideal candidate with a strong background in science and a higher level of technical understanding.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare resources, make up solutions, assemble apparatus, and deliver equipment to labs as required;
• Play an active role in developing and trialing new practical activities;
• Assist and demonstrate in practical classes as required;
• Provide technical advice and assistance to teachers, technicians and students;
• Assist and demonstrate in practical classes as required;
• Assist teachers to supervise students carrying out investigations and experiments;

• Keep laboratories and preparation rooms tidy and ordered;
• Oversee the clearing away, storage and maintenance of practical equipment after practical lessons;

• Working with other Technicians to ensure the safe storage, preparation of stock solutions suitable for students, labels, warning signs and disposal of chemical and biological waste according to local regulations and guidelines;
• Support the College cleaning staff in ensuring the safe cleaning of science laboratories and preparation areas;
• Keep up-to-date with health and safety regulations;
• Carry out risk assessments of own activities and of practicals as requested by teachers, seeking advice when necessary;
• Provide advice on safe practice and monitoring activities to ensure these are followed;
• Assist in the management, use, and provision of resources, including books and teaching materials;

• Maintain class sets of laboratory resources (including stationery);
• Service and clean equipment and resources as required;
• Carry out stocktaking of equipment, chemicals and stationery, in order to maintain appropriate stock of apparatus and consumables;

• Fix broken Science equipment. If not possible, organize for it to be fixed or replaced;
• Monitoring access to science laboratories and preparation areas;
• Attend additional training as required;

• All other duties commensurate with the post.
  

The successful candidate will possess

• A Certificate or Diploma in a Science discipline;
• A minimum of two year's work experience in a laboratory or engineering setting or similar;
• Experience of working with electrical and laboratory equipment (advantageous);
• Experience of undertaking risk assessments, implementing and monitoring health and safety plans;
• Have experience in a secondary school or college setting (IGCSE and/or IB experience is an advantage);
• The ability to follow procedures and guidelines and capable of preparing and supporting advanced practical experiments, particularly for IB Higher Level courses;
• Fluency in English and the ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues;
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• A flexible approach to work, and the willingness to contribute to the wider team;
• The ability to use own initiative to undertake required tasks.

Equity Diversity Inclusion Statement

EiM is committed to diversity within its team, organisational practices, policies and culture. It recognises that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experiences bring fresh ideas and perceptions, and it encourages and leverages these differences to make its work more relevant and approachable. EiM will not discriminate or tolerate discriminatory behaviour on any grounds such as, but not limited to, race, gender, disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age or socioeconomic background. EiM strives to be an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, has a voice, can raise concerns, and feels comfortable and confident. It expects everyone who works with it to share this commitment and to act accordingly, as it aspires to best serve the EiM mission and its community.

Safeguarding Statement

Dulwich College (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, social media checks, and successful references. You can find information about Safeguarding at our College, including the Student Safeguarding Policy, at our website: https://singapore.dulwich.org/our-college/safeguarding

PEI Registration Number: 201027137D. Period of Registration: 09 January 2024 to 08 January 2028