This is a permanent part-time (0.52FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2025
At Banksia Grove Primary School (PS) our professional and dedicated staff strive to build a connected community to support the growth and development of our students. Our enriching and inclusive environment provides our students with the lifelong skills to build positive and productive pathways to the future.
Banksia Grove PS is a modern purpose built Independent Public School that services the rapidly growing suburb of Banksia Grove, which is located about 8km east of Joondalup, Perth, Western Australia. We are able to target both human and material resources to areas of need with the aim of improving student outcomes for all our students. We resource a coaching approach with our staff that ensures we continuously strive to improve.
Find out more about our school by visiting banksiagroveprimary.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
As a Library Officer the successful applicant will ideally have outstanding interpersonal skills to provide library support to our school community, our leadership team, and staff. You will work in partnership with staff to create a welcoming and vibrant library environment as an inviting hub of the school.
A love of books and a sound understanding of library systems, processes and stocktaking and knowledge of the library management system Oliver would be highly desirable. Ability to manage ICT resources could also be advantageous.
As a Library Officer you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the library, provision of reference information and maintaining the environment and associated services of the school library to support the learning outcomes of students. The Library Officer administers the library systems ensuring library records are up to date and library resources are maintained and processed so they are always accessible and available to students and staff.
The successful applicant should have a knowledge of how to run and manage a cost centre, including the purchasing of relevant stock and required licenses will be highly regarded. The successful applicant may be required to supervise small groups of students outside lesson times and in class learning activities.
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 Rebecca Routledge, Principal on (08) 9233 6333 or Rebecca.routledge@education.wa.edu.au
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 (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) 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/SS969912
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 Thursday, 29 May 2025
