This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2025
Lake Gwelup Primary School (PS) is a Level 5 primary school in the heart of a unique community. The school is characterised by a strong sense of belonging which can be attributed to the positive relationships between the students, parents, teachers, and the broader community.
Our school community is proud of its rich history. In 1914, Miss Ella Miller, the Principal, opened the school with an enrolment of 24 students. The original schoolhouse still stands at the front of the now fully rebuilt school. Today, our school enjoys spacious grounds located amongst a mix of established and new residences. The development in the suburb of Gwelup and the rebuilding of our school in 2010, has seen the school grow from fewer than 30 students in 1914, to becoming a highly sought after school for prospective students and their parents.
Our school values personal excellence and respects diversity - aiming for both high academic performance and emotional and social wellbeing. The school strives to develop resilient individuals that maintain an optimistic outlook on life. Lake Gwelup PS embraces new technologies and aims to provide a contemporary education that caters for all. We recognise that each child is an individual and therefore, ensure our teaching and learning approaches are inclusive and differentiated. Our staff are committed to developing the necessary skills to ensure each child in our care is a successful student. We set high expectations of students and, in turn provide effective, evidence-based teaching strategies. Staff are committed to shared leadership, collaborative practices, coaching and mentoring of colleagues.
Find out more about our school by visiting lakegwelupps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As a Library Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring that the library is running smoothly and providing excellent reference, information, and associated services to students, staff, and parents. You will have the opportunity to supervise the day-to-day operations of the library and take charge of maintaining and processing library resources, making them easily accessible to all. You will conduct library skills training, helping students and staff to make the most of the resources available to them. Additionally, you will assist in selecting program and age-appropriate materials, ensuring that the library has the resources needed to support the curriculum and the needs of the students and staff. Applicants with experience in running Book Fairs, promoting reading and supervising reading clubs for small groups of students will be highly regarded.
In addition to these responsibilities, you will be responsible for preparing and monitoring the library budget, making recommendations for new resources, and coordinating library visits. You will also provide technical advice on the library's IT system and supervise staff and students. Additionally, the ability to assist in the accessioning and management of the school iPads would be an asset.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for libraries and the desire to take their skills to the next level. You will have the chance to work in a dynamic and stimulating environment and make a real difference in the lives of students and staff.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lynne Anderson, Principal on 08 9278 0400 or Lynne.Anderson@education.wa.edu.au
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During the school holiday period, please contact Lynne Anderson on 0422 493 664.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spread sheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS914437
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 4 October 2024
