Science Lab Assistant

Start date: 23 January 2027

Employment Type: Term Time, Permanent - 12hrs/week (days and hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant)

Salary Range: SOF Level 3 - $34.17 - $35.62 gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 6pm, Sunday 15 November 2026 

The College is situated in the central business district of Cairns, one block from the Cairns Esplanade.  St Monica's is the oldest school in the region, with rich heritage and Mercy traditions.  As a Catholic Secondary Day and Boarding College for young women, St Monica's is a faith community where belief in the dignity of the human person underlies our educational philosophy, structures and processes.  During the last few years, the College has undertaken a significant building project to compliment its two heritage buildings.  Reinforcing our strong Mercy tradition all the buildings are named after Sisters of Mercy.  We are the only all female school in the Cairns region with an enrolment of over 690 students.  Year levels 7 to 12 are offered, with both day and boarding options.

The Science Lab Assistant role is to assist the Science Lab Technician to prepare & deliver chemicals and equipment to classes for practical lessons in the Science Department. Under guidance and supervision this role involves collating experiment orders from teachers; gathering equipment & supplies related to that order; occasionally assisting in classroom practical lessons as required; return and clean-up of glassware and equipment after practical lessons are completed.

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