Senior Science Laboratory Assistant - St John's College, NAMBOUR
About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions.
As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12.
Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students.
We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos.
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About our school
St John's College is a Catholic secondary learning community established by the Good Samaritan Sisters in ****.
St. John is well known for excellence in Academic pursuits, Dramatic and Musical presentations, sporting success in rugby, netball, cross country and athletics, and community service programs.
Some unique features of the school are its pastoral care program, inclusiveness of students with disabilities, staff - student relationships, energetic Parents Friends Association and community links.
Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
Join St John's College, Nambour and support the schools Science Department by offering expert advice on complex issues and assisting in strategic planning.
This is an opportunity for an organised, practical and collaborative person to support engaging, hands-on science learning.
Location:
St John's College, Nambour
Start date:
January, **** - End of **** school year
Work hours:
15 hours per week | Thursday and Friday
Status:
Term Time Fixed Term | School holidays are unpaid
Contact:
Mark Maguire - ******
About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:




Promoting and implementing various science initiatives, to increase engagement and highlight student pathways
Participating in leadership decisions to improve school efficiencies and develop systems in line with legislative requirements and school policy and procedures
Leading, coaching and providing ongoing professional development and instruction to staff to improve systems and practices
Coordinating and facilitating science practicums/experiments consistent with the science curriculum
Overseeing resources within the Science Department, implementing and monitoring resource controls including the maintenance/storage of equipment, cleaning and disposal and WHS obligations.
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
Ability to promote and implement science initiatives to boost engagement and highlight student pathways
Experience contributing to leadership decisions to enhance efficiencies and ensure compliance with policies and legislation
Strong leadership, coaching, and professional development skills to improve systems and practices
Expertise coordinating and facilitating science practicums/experiments aligned with a school curriculum
Skilled in overseeing resource management, including equipment maintenance, storage, cleaning, disposal, and ensuring WHS compliance
Tertiary qualification at Associate Diploma/Diploma level in science or related field
For this position you are not required to be Catholic.
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment




Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals.
As a valued member of our organisation,
enjoy these and other rewards
:
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
Active staff social club and wellness programs
Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
Fitness Passport access– discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.
Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters acommitment to the safeguarding of childrenand promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility .
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children.
Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk.
The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce.
We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.
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📌 Senior Science Laboratory Assistant - St John'S College, Nambour (Queensland)
🏢 Brisbane Catholic Education
📍 Queensland