Library Assistant

Permanent - Part Time

Lambton

Join Our Team as a Library Assistant – St John's Primary School, Lambton

St John's Primary School, Lambton, is currently seeking a Permanent Part-Time Library Assistant to join our dedicated team, commencing 13th October. This position offers 12 hours per week and is a wonderful opportunity to support student learning in a vibrant and welcoming school community.

At St John's, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. Our school fosters academic excellence while celebrating the unique potential of every child. Through reflective practice, data-informed strategies, and evidence-based teaching, our staff work collaboratively to ensure continuous growth and achievement for all learners.

With access to modern facilities and the integration of 21st-century technologies, St John's empowers students to strive for their personal best in a supportive and future-focused learning environment.

The School Library Assistant:

• As a member of the library team, works to support teachers and students utilising Library facilities and resources
• As a member of the school team, works to support nominated staff in the performance of their duties

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
• Recent experience working in a school library including working knowledge of OLIVER cataloguing system
• Knowledge of WHS requirements in a library setting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to show initiative, work alone or as part of a team
• A flexible approach to completion of tasks with frequent interruptions

QUALIFICATIONS

• ALIA accredited qualification, preferably at the diploma level
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programs
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Shannon McGregor, Principal on Tel: or via email:

TO APPLY CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND

• Provide a cover letter along with your resume
• Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: Wednesday 20th August 2025 at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect.  It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons.  All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.