Teacher Librarian

AboutUs

Padua College is an independent Catholic Boys' Day School from Years 5-12 conducted by the Order of Franciscan Friars minor with an enrolment of over 1500 boys.

We are an enriching and nurturing educational community which offers young men the opportunity to discover and develop their individual talents and interests within a vibrant and caring Christian environment.

About the Role

As a member of the Library and Information Services Team, the Teacher Librarian will support classroom teachers through contemporary teaching practices that complement the curriculum delivery for the benefit of students as part of the Information Services Team.

This role requires a strong commitment to continually develop expertise in digital pedagogy related to the library environment and develop and share this expertise through co-planning and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities / Duties:

• Plan and deliver engaging library lessons for students in Years 5 – 12, aligned with curriculum outcomes and literacy development goals.
• Collaborate with Learning Area Leaders and classroom teachers to develop dynamic, inquiry-based teaching and learning opportunities aligned with the College Learning Framework.
• Apply deep knowledge of contemporary educational library and information services to problems, planning, negotiating, and prioritising, to deliver results for the College's library and information services
• Identify and plan opportunities to create, deliver, and evaluate resources and activities to contribute to culture of reading for learning and recreation.
• Apply strategies to engage young men in learning through the utilisation of innovative technologies, including generative AI tools, to personalise content, foster creativity, and enhance learning outcomes.

To review the full Position Description click here, or alternatively, go to our 'Employment' page on our website.

Why work for us?

As a workplace, we are committed to a contemporary Catholic and faith filled environment to create a truly outstanding place to work where our staff feel valued and supported.  We do this by providing:

• Inclusive and Flexible Environment: We value staff wellbeing and maintain an 'open door' policy to support it, including a range of wellbeing initiatives.
• Professional Development: We empower our staff with high-quality learning and career development opportunities through a rigorous professional learning program.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a team of like-minded professionals dedicated to the holistic development of our students.
• Generous staff discount scheme.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 12.75% superannuation contribution.
• Salary packaging options.

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Bachelor of Education or equivalent.
• Possession of, or active progress toward, a qualification recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
• Current Queensland Teacher Registration.
• Accreditation to teach in a Catholic School
• A sound knowledge of Oliver or other similar Library software systems.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application online or through the Career's Portal. Your application should include:

• A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role
• An up-to-date version of your CV
• Any supporting documents you wish to include (e.g. right to work / qualifications etc.)

For any enquiries and more information about the role, please contact our HR team via  or on

Candidates must submit their applications by 8am Friday 10 September 2025.

Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Padua College is committed to the safety of our students. Student protection is everyone's responsibility. At the College all persons undertaking work for or on behalf of the College have a shared responsibility for contributing to the safety and protection of children. The appointment of a successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening and must have a sound understanding of, and commitment to, current child safety standards and a positive current Working with Children check.