Science Lab Assistant

Job Summary

You will support teachers and staff by preparing and maintaining science lab apparatus and materials, assisting in science lessons and activities, maintaining science lab equipment and learning venues, and providing general administrative and customer service support at the General Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare science lab apparatus and materials before lessons and practical tests for Primary 3 to Primary 6 students to ensure smooth lesson delivery
• Assist teachers during science lessons and activities, including gardening and outdoor science projects, to support student learning
• Maintain and inspect science lab equipment and learning venues such as urbanponics/hydroponics areas and science gardens to ensure functionality and safety
• Record and track loaned or broken materials and conduct annual stocktaking of science lab supplies to maintain accurate inventory
• Remove unwanted or faulty materials from science labs and learning venues to keep the environment safe and organized
• Coordinate with vendors and Operation Managers to arrange maintenance and repair of science lab equipment
• Maintain tidiness and cleanliness of science labs, including disinfecting rooms as needed to provide a safe learning environment
• Update and change displays in science lab display cabinets to keep information current and engaging
• Perform administrative tasks related to the maintenance and upkeep of Science Labs and the Environment Hub to support operational efficiency
• Provide general administrative support at the General Office, including document preparation, verification, filing, typing, and data entry to assist office operations
• Deliver customer service at the reception counter by attending to visitors such as parents, staff, pupils, and vendors to ensure a welcoming environment
• Answer phone calls promptly within three rings, record messages, and respond to walk-in enquiries to maintain effective communication
• Make phone calls on behalf of the school, such as contacting parents of sick pupils, to facilitate timely communication
• Receive and direct goods deliveries to appropriate locations to support logistics flow
• Assist with logistics tasks such as packing items and preparing rooms for school functions to ensure event readiness
• Shred documents as required to maintain confidentiality and compliance
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Principal, Vice-Principal, Head of Department (Science), Assistant Managers, and Operation Managers as necessary to support school operations

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma from a recognised institution (qualification in Science-related areas is beneficial)
• Knowledge and skills in handling common lab equipment found in school labs (e.g., microscope, dataloggers)

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in an MOE school, either in a similar role or within a similar context