Permanent part-time (0.1 FTE) position commencing as soon as possible

At Kojonup District High School (DHS) we have a proud history and have served our community since 1863. Located on the Albany Highway between Perth and Albany, our 230 students have the added bonus of a 480-acre school farm close by.

Growth through Learning is our vision at Kojonup DHS and it is embedded in everything that we do. At our school, we ensure that every student's academic, social and emotional growth is our priority. Students from Kindergarten to Year 10 work in an environment that nurtures them to achieve their personal best.

Find out more about our school by visiting kojonupdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Level 1 Laboratory Technician, you will provide support to teaching staff in routine chemical and equipment preparation and construction of simple apparatus for science classes, as well as ordering supplies, equipment and managing stock levels.

The successful applicant will perform basic repair and maintenance on the equipment whilst constructing teaching aids as required. Additionally, you will be responsible for the labelling, maintaining and protected storing of laboratory chemicals, equipment and resources and the disposal of chemical, physical, and biological laboratory materials.

The successful applicant will ideally show initiative and possess good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, as well as strong organisational skills. Knowledge of Work Health and Safety practices and policies is recommended.



You should also be motivated and possess the ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively as part of a team. Previous experience in an education science laboratory setting is desirable.

Want to know more

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Courtney Toland, Manager Corporate Services on or emailing

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.

Eligibility

- be an Australian or Current Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Applications close

4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 10 August 2026

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📌 Laboratory Technician (Southern Cross)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Southern Cross