School Science Technician

• Part-time 20 hours per week, term time only
• Supporting Science teachers with practical activities
• Albany location with park-like campus and car-parking

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi 

Based in Albany, Kristin School is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational school with more than 1800 students from Early Learning to Year 13. Offering both NCEA and International Baccalaureate programmes, our special character school was founded by parents more than 50 years ago. Guided by the strong values of progress, vision, integrity and love, our environment supports all staff with excellent resources and facilities.

We are seeking a hard-working team player to join our welcoming Science faculty and two experienced Science Technicians. Reporting to the Head of Faculty and Senior Science Technician, you will be responsible for supporting the practical and technical aspects of the science curriculum by preparing, maintaining, organising, managing, and distributing the resources required for a healthy, safe, and secure environment for practical experiments within the classroom. This includes the appropriate management, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials to comply with the HSWA 2015. Possibilities of progression to Lab Manager in the future for the right applicant.

The role is 20 hours per week, 4-5 hours per day, across Monday to Friday.

Important Skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake 

This role requires someone with experience within a laboratory and capable of being on their feet for much of the day. You will have:

• Knowledge of hazardous substances
• Passionate about health and safety procedures
• Ability to work in a close-knit team environment
• Initiative and problem-solving skills
• Customer service and hard-working ethic
• Sound computer literacy skills.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

Kristin provides the following benefits along with enjoying the school holidays off:

• Welcoming and supportive environment
• Staff recognition programme
• Access to retailer discounts
• Free car parking onsite
• Staff tuition fee discount
• Support for professional learning and development
• Flu vaccinations, staff gymnasium, EAP services and other wellbeing incentives.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono 

Please apply online by completing your application form and attaching your CV and cover letter. Job description available online. Please do not email your application.

To discuss this role in confidence, please contact Alice Browne at (09) 415 5106.

Applications close Friday, 21 March 2025.