Science Lab Assistant
International Schools Partnership Limited
Position: Science Lab Assistant
Purpose of Role
To support Science teachers in the effective and safe operation of the laboratory, ensuring that practical lessons are well prepared and students have access to the required equipment, materials, and resources in accordance with Cambridge curriculum requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare laboratories, equipment, apparatus, chemicals, and materials required for practical Science lessons.
- Assist Science teachers during practical classes, experiments, demonstrations, and project work.
- Ensure all laboratory equipment and resources are properly maintained, stored, labelled, and readily available.
- Maintain accurate records of laboratory equipment, chemicals, consumables, stock, and inventory.
- Follow and ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures, risk assessments, and school safeguarding requirements.
- Monitor the safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and laboratory materials in accordance with established procedures.
- Clean and organize laboratory work areas and ensure equipment is clean, functional, and ready for use.
- Report damaged, faulty, missing, or expired equipment and materials to the Science Coordinator or concerned teacher.
- Support students and teachers during practical activities while promoting safe and responsible laboratory practices.
- Assist with Science exhibitions, projects, practical assessments, Cambridge laboratory activities, and other departmental requirements as assigned by the Science Coordinator or School Management.
CS Academy, Coimbatore has three campuses. Two are in Kovaipudur (Main) in adjacent facilities and the third primary campus is in the heart of the city at Red Fields.
Our boarding house in Kovaipudur is open for boys and girls from class IV for both CBSE and Cambridge International students. The picturesque main campus located in the foothills of the Western Ghats is ideally suited for exploring and learning
Our team brings a wealth of expertise in education. Our CBSE and Cambridge programmes and teaching methodology are proven and time tested. We have built on vast experience and developed a programme that encompasses modern tools while adhering to traditional principles.
Our mission is to equip our students with the knowledge and skills required to succeed in the real world by providing practical and holistic education in a challenging, yet nurturing environment. We prepare students for success by focusing on four pillars: Academic excellence, Skill building, Core Values and Healthy competition.
In 2024, CS Academy Coimbatore joined the prestigious International Schools Partnership (ISP) group. With over 116 schools in 25 countries, ISP is a leading global network of educational institutions. As a member of this esteemed network, CS Academy Coimbatore enjoys unparalleled international learning connections, unwavering quality assurance, and exceptional governance.
Location: CS Academy, Kovaipudur, Coimbatore - 641 042, Tamil Nadu, India.
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding
and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.