School Librarian

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Reddam House North Shore Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:
The Librarian position is based in our second library which serves as a key resource and study space for students. Working closely with our other school Librarian and teaching staff, the role involves supporting students with research, supervising quiet and study areas, and fostering a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include developing and maintaining a diverse library collection, delivering essential library services, and promoting literacy and a love of reading.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, self-motivated, and possess strong interpersonal and administrative skills.

This is a fixed-term, term-time role for the 2026 school year, commencing on 19 January 2026. Prefered working hours are 10:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Thursday, and 10:30am to 4:00pm on Fridays.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage library resources, equipment, and budget effectively.
  • Develop and maintain library collections to support the educational curriculum and student interests.
  • Deliver core library services during desk shifts, including shelving, circulation, addressing reference queries, information literacy instruction, and supervising students.
  • Implement and support information literacy initiatives and strategies to enhance students' research skills.
  • Select a diverse range of literature in print and digital formats that cater to the varied interests, developmental stages, and abilities of students.
  • Promote and market library collections and resources to enhance visibility and usage.
  • Contribute to a positive, friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming library environment.
  • Apply information management principles and systems in line with current best practices.
  • Participate in library projects, including providing research and reference assistance, readers' advisory, borrower maintenance, and circulation tasks.
  • Help students with research, referencing, and assignments during study periods and supervise them during exams.
  • Perform annual stocktake procedures and generate relevant reports.
  • Perform additional tasks as required by Reddam's to support the school's needs and objectives.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

  • Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining library collections.
  • Proficiency in delivering core library services and information literacy instruction.
  • Experience in fostering an engaging and supportive environment for reading and literacy.
  • Ability to select and promote diverse literature in various formats.
  • Strong organisational and information management skills.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with academic teams and participate in library projects.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • Enthusiastic and passionate about promoting reading and literacy.
  • Friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable, creating a welcoming library atmosphere.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Creative and innovative in developing engaging library programs and activities.
  • Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of the library and its users.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • A valid Working with Children Check.
  • Provide lunch & playground cover and assist with pick up and drop off duties.
  • A willingness to attend school events outside regular hours as required (e.g., performances, parent-teacher interviews, etc.).

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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