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at Ascham
We look to attract, develop and retain those who care deeply about girls’ education, and are dedicated to supporting our students under the Dalton Plan.
Working at Ascham
The expertise and commitment of Ascham’s teachers and corporate services staff are just two reasons why Ascham girls flourish during their time at School and beyond.
To ensure we maintain this successful dynamic, we look to attract, develop and retain those who care deeply about girls’ education, and are dedicated to supporting our students in their educational development under the guide of the Dalton Plan.
We post all current employment opportunities on this site and on Seek.
Current vacancies
The expertise and commitment of Ascham’s teachers and corporate services staff are just two reasons why Ascham girls flourish during their time at School and beyond.
Ascham School seeks to provide a child-safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of our students, and our school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations. Ascham’s Child Safe policies and practices and our Staff Code of Conduct are available on our website.
The process
To ensure we maintain this successful dynamic, we look to attract, develop and retain those who care deeply about girls’ education, and are dedicated to supporting our students in their educational development under the guide of the Dalton Plan.
Below is a list of our current vacancies, which can also be found on Seek. Please ensure you read the position description for the role you are interested in, and you have prepared any documentation before you apply.
Please contact our Human Resources team with any queries.
Ascham values staff who demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the school. We look for vibrant, dedicated, and capable staff who have initiative, empathy, a good sense of humour and a professional behaviour to help the school achieve its objectives.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a temporary full time Laboratory Technician to cover while the substantive occupant is on long service leave from Tuesday 9 June to Thursday 15 October inclusive. This is a pivotal term-time only position that assists our Science Department with the preparation of experiments, chemicals, glassware and equipment for student activities, teacher demonstrations, and assessment tasks. If you have a passion for Science, the ability to maintain our labs and storerooms, and can ably collaborate with teachers for experiment set-up, we’d love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
Prepare and Set up Laboratories for Science Experiments
Prepare for science experiments by setting up labs for practical activities
Ensure the availability of experiment chemicals, glassware and equipment, including computers and software
Label chemical solutions on bottle jars and dropper bottles with GHS labels
Ensure equipment is put out, assembled or tested in advance as required
Prepare chemicals by weight, and dilute or use titration techniques as required
Prepare risk assessments for student and teacher experiments / prep room preparations
Write up experiment procedures, print out summaries and leave in labelled experiment trays for each class.
Service Science Labs, Prep Room and Storage Room
Clean and maintain the prep room, storage room, chemical storeroom and all labs
Restock and tidy labs, and ensure required equipment repairs
Check chemicals and autoclave agar plates for contamination
Check or clean safety showers, eye wash stations, and microscopes
Organise the removal of waste and chemicals from all labs
Organise the laundering of lab coats, cotton gloves and cotton aprons
Administration
Write risk assessments, distribute these to teachers and students, and ensure copies are retained on file
Update chemical labels and Safe Data Sheets
Maintain chemical and equipment registers
Order or purchase equipment in person.
What You Will Bring
A Science Degree, Science Technician Certificate or related tertiary qualification
Knowledge of Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology and Physics
Experience working in a science laboratory, and preferably within a school
Sound knowledge in relation to working with chemicals – e.g. classifications, GHS labels, storage, handling and disposal
Innovation, initiative, resourcefulness and a willingness to help with ideas for experiments and projects
Mathematical ability for chemical dilution and solution composition
Effective research skills in seeking out new technologies, practicals and resources for colleagues
Strong communication skills, with high levels of approachability
Ability to be organised, hard-working and reliable
Strong ICT skills, and familiarity with Vernier Sensor / software, and ChemWatch/ RiskAssess programs for schools
Drivers licence and own transport.
Current Working with Children Check Clearance (WWCC) and First Aid / CPR certificates (or willingness to obtain).
Interested?
To apply please go to SEEK and do so by 11.59pm on Thursday 14 May. Applications should include a cover letter and resume (listing WWCC, CPR and First Aid details if available).
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Ascham values staff who demonstrate a positive and proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the school. We look for vibrant, dedicated, and capable staff who have initiative, empathy, a good sense of humour and a professional behaviour to help the school achieve its objectives.
About the Role
We are currently seeking a permanent part-time Payroll Assistant to work 3 days a week, and all year round including during term breaks. As the primary point of contact for our Payroll team, this role works closely with the Payroll Manager to support fortnightly payroll queries and processing for teaching and non-teaching employees. This is a job for a ‘can do’ person, and if you take pride in managing queries with high levels of customer service, empathy and follow up, we’d love to hear from you!
What You Will Do
Assist with payroll processing for some 700 staff on a fortnightly pay cycle
Assist and collaborate with employees, line managers and HR around payroll queries received via MS Teams, email (Payroll inbox), phone, and in person
Maintain accurate payroll records, including for new starters, exits and employment changes
Regularly check and cross-check payroll records and calculations
Assist with the calculation, checking and processing of termination payments and payroll adjustments
Work with industrial awards and agreements around overtime, shift allowances, leave and penalty rates
Contribute to end-of-month / end-of-year payroll reconciliations and reporting.
What You Will Bring
A foundational understanding of Australian payroll legislation
Knowledge of and ability to interpret industrial awards in relation to overtime, shift allowances, leave and penalty rates
Ability to handle sensitive payroll information with confidentiality and discretion
Strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
Proven pro-activity skills and ability to problem-solve as required
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Data entry skills with strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Proficiency in payroll software (preferably Micropay)
Exposure to Time and Attendance software (preferably ConnX and/or Clipboard)
Current Working with Children Check Clearance (WWCC) and First Aid / CPR certificates (or willingness to obtain).
In addition to experience in independent schools, experience with ELMO HRIS software would be well regarded.
Interested?
To apply please go to SEEK and do so by 11.59pm on Friday 8 May.Applications should include a cover letter and resume (listing WWCC, CPR and First Aid details if available).
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
