Science Laboratory Assistant

Location: Nicholls

Science Laboratory Assistant

Job no: Mardi
Work type: Permanent/Ongoing
Location: St John Paul II College (Nicholls)
Categories: Classroom and Learning Support

Salary: $85,665 full-time equivalent plus superannuation.
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: July 2026, Term 3

About St John Paul II College

St John Paul II College (JPC) is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school serving families in the north of Canberra. At JPC, we strive for excellence in teaching so that our students are offered every opportunity for success in their learning. Teachers at JPC are provided structured professional learning opportunities including a focus on offering students an excellent education through the implementation of the Science of Learning as expressed through Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn's 'Catalyst' program.

By joining JPC you will benefit from recent changes to our timetable including an increase in explicit teaching time and focus on routines to maximise student engagement. Staff are located in Faculty-based staff rooms to promote a focus on the delivery of quality teaching and learning programs. All staff have access to Flourish, a system-wide dedicated People Wellbeing Program offering in-time support.

About the Role

The Science Lab Assistant position plays a key role in supporting the Science Faculty by overseeing the provision of faculty supplies and equipment, as well as, ensuring all students with diverse learning needs can access and participate in the curriculum and activities to achieve academic goals and social skills required for independent learning and confident participation.

Benefits and Opportunities

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance (WWVP)
• Certificate IV in School-based Education Support or final year of an Initial Teacher Education university program of study
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Please contact Nicola Grieb on  or via email nicola.griebholic.edu.au.
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on  or via email recruitmentholic.edu.au.

Advertised: 02 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 14 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time