Full-Time Education Library Assistant - Student-Focused

St Monica's College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth and development opportunities

Religious formation programs

Catholic workplace culture

Job summary

St Monica's College in Melbourne is seeking a Library Assistant to join our Library team on a full-time basis. The role supports the smooth operation of the College Library, ensuring resources are well-organised, accessible and used effectively by students and staff.

You will assist with cataloguing, front-desk duties, research support and program delivery while contributing to a welcoming learning environment within a Catholic school community.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent customer service and friendly, helpful approach.
• Proficiency with computers; willing to learn library databases and systems.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in library services and information management.

Responsibilities

• Catalogue and classify library materials using established systems.
• Front-desk duties: issue/return books and manage loans.
• Assist students and staff with locating information resources.
• Maintain shelves and ensure proper shelving of materials.
• Assist with acquisition and inventory records of new materials.
• Support delivery of library programs and inductions.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs to materials.
• Maintain a welcoming, quiet library environment.
• Contribute to general administrative tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

Data entry

Clear communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Library systems

Attention to detail

Experience in library/education

Tools

Canva

Job description

St Monica's College in Melbourne is seeking a Library Assistant to join our Library team on a full-time basis. The role supports the smooth operation of the College Library, ensuring resources are well-organised, accessible and used effectively by students and staff.

You will assist with cataloguing, front-desk duties, research support and program delivery while contributing to a welcoming learning environment within a Catholic school community.