Science Laboratory Technician cum Teaching Assistant

Key Responsibilities • Laboratory Preparation & Setup: Prepare all necessary materials, apparatus, and specimens for daily science lessons and annual practical tests. Test experimental setups beforehand to ensure flawless functionality and safety. • In-Class Teaching Support: Actively assist teachers during practical lessons, live science demonstrations, and experiments. • Housekeeping & Maintenance: Clean, wash, and safely store laboratory apparatus, glassware, and equipment after use. Maintain the overall cleanliness and organization of laboratories, prep rooms, and storage spaces. • Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Enforce strict compliance with school laboratory safety guidelines. Maintain up-to-date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure all chemical or biological containers are accurately labeled and safely handled. • Inventory Management: Conduct regular stock-taking, update inventory logs, and assist in compiling procurement proposals for science materials. Verify incoming material deliveries against orders. • Green & Departmental Initiatives: Upkeep the indoor hydroponic systems, care for live plant specimens used in lessons, and prepare materials for science recess activities. • Confidentiality: Sign and adhere to a strict official undertaking to safeguard school information. Job Requirements • Education: Minimum GCE 'O' Level certificate with passes in Science subjects , OR a Nitec / Higher Nitec in a science-related discipline . • Technical Skills: Basic understanding of scientific apparatus and competence in handling simple chemical reagents. • Experience: Prior experience in an MOE school laboratory environment is an advantage, but fresh graduates are highly welcome to apply. • Physical Fitness: Must be physically fit to handle active, daily laboratory duties (moving apparatus, setup, and cleanup). • Soft Skills & Personal Qualities: Responsible, highly safety-conscious, and exceptionally organized.Reliable, punctual, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.Strong communication and housekeeping skills. Working Hours: • Mondays to Fridays: 7:15 am to 2:15 pm (inclusive of a 30-minute meal break). • No service required on Saturdays, Sundays, and gazetted public holidays.