Lab Assistant – Design & Technology

Location:
Inventure Academy, Bangalore

Experience:
2–5 years in STEAM/makerspace lab operations, or hands-on education (school or creative environments preferred) Why This Role is Exciting True learning is tactile, curious, and a little bit noisy. As Lab Assistant – Design & Technology, you will help students in (V–VI or VII–VIII) and/or specific zones/technologies (e.g., Red Zone operations) and mentor higher grades on independent projects, turn ideas into working prototypes—safely, creatively, and with pride. From paper mechanisms and stop-motion to woodwork, mechanics, and basic electronics, you will guide learners through a progressive design-engineering journey while keeping the space humming, safe, and inspiring. What You’ll Do
• Facilitate D&T; and Makerspace sessions for assigned grades (V–VI or VII–VIII) and/or specific zones/technologies (e.g., Red Zone operations).
• Guide students through a scaffolded curriculum—from paper builds and stop-motion to wood, mechanics, and electricity—emphasising design thinking and iteration.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols across green/yellow/red hazard classifications; conduct tool-use demos and safety briefings.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials: routine checks, calibration, consumables tracking, and timely repair/escalation.
• Prepare the lab before sessions and reset after: layouts,



safety signage, tool stations, and clean-down to keep the space classroom-ready. What You Bring
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/design/education or equivalent practical experience in makerspaces/DIY labs.
• Hands-on competence with common makerspace tools and workflows (hand tools, basic power tools, electronics basics; familiarity with microcontrollers/3D printing/laser cutting is a plus).
• Strong safety mindset with experience managing hazard zones and enforcing SOPs; first-aid/safety certifications are an advantage.
• Ability to engage young learners: explicit instructions, patient coaching, and upbeat classroom management.
• Organised, proactive, and detail-oriented—able to juggle prep, facilitation, and maintenance smoothly.
• Effective communicator and collaborator with teachers, students, and operations teams.
• A maker’s curiosity: you like to tinker, document, and improve systems over time. Apply if you are…
• A high-energy maker who balances creativity with meticulous safety and planning.
• A patient coach who can break complex builds into simple, achievable steps.
• A systems-thinker who keeps tools sharp, logs tidy, and the lab running like clockwork.
• An advocate for holistic education who believes design, engineering, and craft belong in every learner’s journey.

📌 Laboratory Assistant (Bengaluru)
🏢 Inventure Academy
📍 Bengaluru