Director of Library and Information Services

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Brisbane Girls Grammar School Full time $120,000 - $140,000 per year

Brisbane Girls Grammar School

Brisbane Girls Grammar School establishes the educational foundation for girls and young women to contribute confidently to their world with wisdom, imagination, and integrity. One of Australia's leading girls' schools, Brisbane Girls Grammar School is an academically non-selective independent school, established in 1875 as one of Queensland's original Grammar schools. The School's curious, adventurous, and principled students are supported by a community of parents, alumnae and friends that values the finest traditions and aspirations in education.

Inspire, Influence, Lead

A forward-thinking and proudly independent School, we are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Library and Information Services.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a School that has championed a broad, liberal education for girls and young women. Reporting to the Deputy Principal (Academic), this role actively supports the School's aspirations and strategic goals to contribute to a rich educational environment.

About the role

The Director of Library and Information Services is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the School Library. This includes delivering innovative student and teacher-focused library services, conducting research, curating collections, and maintaining archives and library spaces to enable exceptional learning and teaching within the context of the entire school curriculum. Additionally, this role leads the Library staff, providing vision and purpose that aligns with the School's culture and ethics.

The successful candidate will demonstrate extensive knowledge of contemporary library services, enabling them to develop and implement strategic plans underpinned by the School's teaching strategies, to achieve optimal learning outcomes for students. They will also be committed to fostering a learning environment that promotes deep learning and excellence in teaching.

About you

You are a knowledgeable leader with extensive experience in delivering library services successfully. You bring:

  • Tertiary qualifications such as a master's degree in library and information science
  • Relevant teaching qualifications
  • Professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
  • Leadership and collaborative skills, and a commitment to maintaining a high-performing school culture
  • A commitment to purpose-led work and a passion for inspiring young women through education
  • Queensland College of Teachers registration or eligibility.

How to apply

Please visit our Careers site to apply and view the Position Description.

Please submit:

  • A cover letter to the Principal addressing your suitability for the role
  • A curriculum vitae
  • Details of education and qualifications
  • Confirmation of Australian work rights eligibility
  • Professional referees

Applications close: Monday, 6 October 2025.

Interviews will only commence in Term

For any enquiries, please contact:

Retha Wood, Executive Director of Human Resources

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Please note: We will not require any support from recruitment agencies at this time. We kindly request that no contact be made, as only direct applications will be considered.



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