Science Technician

Purpose of Role

Tenby Schools Penang is keen to employ an enthusiastic and capable Science Technician to work as part of a team of two Technicians to support learning across all 3 Sciences. The school prides itself on a progressive approach to teaching, with lessons including dynamic collaborative activities and a challenging pace. You will be joining a highly professional, supportive and high performing team that are committed to inspiring students to love Science. We have new state-of-the-art labs, robotics programmes and technician rooms and access to excellent facilities to support learning.

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 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.
• Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

Description of School

At Tenby Schools Penang, part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) -a global network of 120+ schools across 23 countries, we are proud to offer an international and cosmopolitan learning environment. Our diverse campus hosts students from over 30 countries, providing them with a world-class education.

With nearly 60 years of pioneering experience in international education in Malaysia, Tenby Schools Penang has established a reputation for excellence in staff development and delivering high-quality teaching and learning. What sets us apart is our unique integration of a Private Malaysian School and an International School, fostering a truly unified and inclusive educational experience.

Located on the island of Penang, we are one of the leading schools in the region. If you're looking for a vibrant, progressive, and supportive school community, we encourage you to explore more about Tenby Schools Penang.

Visit our website at  http://www.tenby.edu.my/penang  and follow us on social media to stay updated.

We look forward to welcoming talented individuals who share our commitment to excellence in education.

ISP Malaysia

ISP Malaysia operates the Tenby Schools, Asia Pacific Schools and Straits International Schools where we are strategically located covering the Klang Valley, Perak, Penang and Johor within Malaysia. Our experience in education excellence helps us provide amazing learning experiences for students as young as 3 years up to 18 years old. Our schools in Malaysia follow the international school curriculum comprising IGCSE and A-levels, starting at the kindergarten level, while 5 of the schools also offer the Malaysian National Curriculum. While the national and international schools and classrooms are separated, facilities and non-curricular activities are shared between the schools. With over 8,500 students, we have a 60-year history in the country providing education to students and have gained a reputation for excellence and high standards in education.

Key benefits

• A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognized and valued.
• A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of decision-making.
• An embedded whole campus commitment to professional development and a commitment to serving others.
• A peer network of like-minded teaching colleagues and support from non-academic staff.
• Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.
• A commitment to employee well-being.

We also offer:

• Competitive salary
• Tuition fees discount for children of employees
• Medical outpatient and insurance benefits
• Personal Accident insurance coverage

Key Responsibilities

• To assist the work of the teaching staff in the Science Department to support the learning of the students in the school.
• Assisting with cover and exam invigilation when required.
• To prepare materials and equipment as required by the departmental staff following CLEAPPS and HAZCARDS regulations.
• To prepare practical lessons & examinations
• Setting out apparatus, cleaning away waste materials, etc.
• To refill, label and clean laboratory reagent bottles, acids, alkalis, indicators, including labelling expired chemicals etc.
• To make up stock solutions when required.
• To assist the department staff with the delivery of practical lessons and under the instruction/guidance of the teacher to support pupils during practical work/demonstrations.
• To ensure rooms and equipment are kept clean and tidy and that safety regulations are met, including checking equipment for safety, cleaning and sterilizing equipment and advising pupils on safety aspects of particular practicals.
• To assist with the creation of files and cataloguing of articles for pupil research and staff use.
• To carry out routine checking of equipment, maintaining regular inventories of materials, books, and equipment, and conducting regular stock takes, repairing faults and arranging for repair where this cannot be performed in- house.
• To maintain a safe working environment for staff and pupils and to ensure the health and safety procedures are always followed e.g. weekly check of eye wash station and showers.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science or equivalent.
• The ideal candidate should have experience of working in a laboratory and/or strong knowledge of safety regulations and protocols that surround lab work.
• Preferably with experience in an international school.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Patient, caring, responsible and passionate about teaching or education.

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.