Library Assistant/Administrative Officer - Taree

Catholic Schools Office Diocese Of Maitland-Newcastle; Taree; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and staff development

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Paid parental leave

Long service leave after five years

Job summary

St Clare's High School, Taree, is seeking a temporary part-time Library Assistant/Administrative Officer to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months. The role supports teachers and students in library and administrative duties within a Catholic education setting.

The successful candidate will have library experience (OLIVER), knowledge of WHS, strong communication, teamwork and flexibility to manage interruptions and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Understand and commit to Catholic Education and its mission.
• Recent school library experience; knowledge of OLIVER cataloguing.
• Knowledge of WHS in a library setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to tasks with interruptions.
• Administrative skills desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and students using library facilities and resources.
• Assist nominated staff in performing duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Education

ALIA accredited qualification (diploma preferred)

NSW WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

Tools

OLIVER cataloguing system

Job description

St Clare's High School, Taree is seeking a temporary part time (28hrs p/w) Library Assistant/Administrative Officer to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months.

St Clare's was established in 1971 as a systemic, coeducational, regional high school catering for students from Taree, Forster/Tuncurry, Wingham, Bulahdelah, Krambach/Nabiac and Gloucester parishes. It continues a tradition of quality secondary education in the Manning/Great Lakes Region which commenced in 1926, at Taree, by the Sisters of St Joseph.

St Clare’s excellent standing in the local community and its consistently high academic results are directly attributable to the positive relationships staff form with students. Join an inclusive and well-rounded High School educating students in Manning Valley area.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The School Officer/Library Assistant:

• As a member of the library team, works to support teachers and students utilising Library facilities and resources
• As a member of the school team, works to support nominated staff in the performance of their duties

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The School Administrative Officer provides administrative support to school staff and the school principal. Administrative Officers within the Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle may be classified as either a level 4,5 or 6. Indicative duties for each of these levels can be found under the leadership framework - Administrative Support.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
• Recent experience working in a school library including working knowledge of OLIVER cataloguing system
• Knowledge of WHS requirements in a library setting
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to show initiative, work alone or as part of a team
• A flexible approach to completion of tasks with frequent interruptions
• Administrative skills (desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

• ALIA accredited qualification, preferably at the diploma level
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programsPaid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Christine Harmer, Principal on Tel: (************* or via email: ***********************************

Applications close: Sunday 22nd November 2026at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.