Library Manager

**Overview**:
**Work type**:Full time

**Salary**:Salary not specified

**Grade**:Ed Support Level 1-Range 3

**Occupation**: Education and Training

**Location**: Geelong

**Reference**: 1473383

**Location Profile**:
Lara Secondary College has been in operation for 21 years and in that time has embedded itself as part of the local community. The College remains as the only secondary school in Lara. The school has a clear vision for continuous improvement with the student at the centre of all that we do. Our agreed purpose is to ensure that all students are successful in reaching their potential in the shared knowledge that all students can learn. The College offers a rich and broad curriculum across all year levels. Students in Years 7/8 work in ¿pods¿ of two classes enabling high levels of monitoring, learning and differentiation with two core teachers to ensure that strong relationships are built as students transition to the secondary setting. The College delivers the Victorian Curriculum Standards from Years 7 to 10, with a core curriculum at Years 7 and 8, a core plus electives program at Years 9 and 10, and in the Later Years studies (Years 10 to 12) offers a broad range of pathways including VCE, VCE Vocational Major and VET with opportunities for acceleration into VCE from Year 10. The college has continued it's focus on the Common Instructional Teaching Model, which all teachers utilise to deliver their lessons. Teaching staff regularly collaborate to ensure high quality teaching strategies are implemented across every class within the College.

The College implements very clear guidelines in relation to student management and health and wellbeing. Such clear and concise documentation enables all people involved with our College to develop a real sense of pride and belonging to the College. Respect of oneself and each other is a strong focus of the College.

School Improvement Policy, we believe that all students learn at different rates. It is for this reason that all students from Year 7 to 10 have the opportunity to improve their first result on a Common Assessment Task, if they believe with an extra week of study and more effort, they will fully understand the topic being studied and therefore obtain a better grade. We provide opportunities for all students to understand that the amount of effort they place into their studies will ultimately determine their level of academic success. The College offers a wide range of Extra-Curricula Programs including Performing Arts Evenings, Music Evenings, Inter School Sports, Homework Club, SRC Leadership Involvement, School for Student Leadership Program, Year 9 Connections Program, International Study Tours, Games Club and a range of Lunchtime Programs and Clubs.

At Lara Secondary College every student is supported to be their best and learn to their full potential in an environment where teachers are passionate about their work and their students. We know that relationships between students and teachers have a large impact on student learning and our work. We understand that students learn best when they relate well to their teachers, when they feel safe and secure. Our intensive pastoral care curriculum across Years 7 to 12 includes a structured program to support the development of academic success, individual self-esteem, learning confidence, resilience and persistence, as well as the essential ability to relate positively to others. We pride ourselves on strong and positive relationships between staff and students and work with passion and enthusiasm to ensure that every student gains the maximum benefit from their secondary education at Lara Secondary College.

**Selection Criteria**:
**SC1** Well developed knowledge and skills and proven experience in management of a Library

**SC2**Excellent organisational, budgeting and management skills and experience in delivering a high standard of library services to meet the needs of students and staff

**SC3** Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to lead and manage staff and work as a member of a highly performing team that can effectively liaise with staff, students, vendors and networks in line with the school¿s core values

**SC5**Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others

**Role**:
**Position Purpose**

The Library Manager plays a key role in developing and maintaining a dynamic and engaging library environment that support student learning, curriculum needs, and the broader educational goals of the school. This position is responsible for overseeing library operations, managing resources, and fostering a culture of reading and research within the school community. The Library Manager provides a friendly, safe and purposeful library which supports teaching and learning is a foremost priority. Student supervision within the definition of the ES1-3 Dimensions of Work is an integral part of the role and may be required