School Support Officer - Science Laboratory Assistant (70 hours per fortnight)

Mount Carmel Catholic College, Varroville

Work type: Temporary part time

Job no: 498396

Categories: School Support Officer - Science Assistant

Advertised: AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Mount Carmel Catholic College is a systemic co-educational secondary college located in the Macarthur region. Founded in 1986 on a proud Marist tradition, it is comprehensive in its approach and has a student population of approximately 1142 and a staff of 110. With an enviable academic record for our graduate students, Mount Carmel values excellence as more than an just an aspirational goal. All in the Mount Carmel community are expected to achieve their best, guided by the College motto: "Ite In Veritate" (Walk in Truth).

A temporary part time parental leave replacement position commencing 27 January 2026 until 9 October 2026.

ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA

  •  A commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church. 
  •  Extensive experience working in a school science environment or other laboratory.
  •  Demonstrated ability to interact positively with students.
  •  Demonstrated ability to work under limited direction.

DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA 

  • Relevant vocational qualifications such as Certificate III in Laboratory Techniques.
  • Experience and knowledge of Work, Health and Safety and compliance requirements in a lab situation.
  • Experience with the PB4L framework. 
  • Ability to maintain accurate and organised resources. 

GENERAL CAPABILITIES

  • Well-developed interpersonal skills 
  • Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 
  • Strong organisational skills.  

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Certificate III School Assistant - Science or equivalent.
  • First Aid Certificate 

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as a child related work and therefore a working with children clearance is required prior to your commencement with us.

POSITION APPLICATION

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Closing date: 10 October 2025 at 9am 

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