Library Assistant (Term-Time, 3 days per week) - St Andrew's Catholic College, Redlynch

Catholic Education Cairns; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer superannuation 12.75%

Long service leave after 7 years

14 weeks paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

St Andrew’s Catholic College in Cairns seeks a Library Assistant to support daily library operations across Primary and Secondary levels. The role focuses on technical and administrative library tasks, requiring attention to detail and a proactive, friendly approach.

Experience is not essential, but the ability to adapt, organise resources, and uphold the Catholic Education ethos is valued. Role is Permanent Term Time, 3 days per week, with competitive benefits and superannuation.

Qualifications

• Working with Children Blue Card is required.
• Supportive of Catholic Education ethos.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of Primary and Secondary libraries.
• Handle technical and administrative library tasks to keep services running smoothly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Commencement: January 2027 - Term 1

Employment Type: PermanentTerm Time (3 days per week)

Salary Range: School Officer Level 3 -$34.17 to $35.62 gross per hour plus 12.75% Superannuation

Closing Date for Applications: 5.00pm, Friday 27 November 2026

St Andrew's Catholic College

St Andrew’s Catholic Collegeis set on a scenic 25 hectare campus nestled in the picturesque Redlynch Valley. Recognised as a prominent P-12 co-educational institution, the College has firmly established itself as the preferred choice for discerning families thanks to its outstanding quality and diverse range of academic, artistic, sporting and co-curricular offerings.

With a commitment to educational excellence and by honouring the uniqueness of each individual, the school facilitates student learning through the employment of effective teaching and learning practices with the use of technologies which engage and motivate enquiring minds.Our students demonstrate a clear sense of pride and commitment to their schooling, whether it be in the classroom, on the sporting field or through service to the religious life of the College.

About the Role

The College is seeking an organised and friendly Library Assistant to support the day to day operations of our Primary and Secondary libraries. The role focuses on the technical and administrative aspects of our library services and would suit a person with attention to detail and a passion for keeping things running smoothly.While previous library experience is not essential, transferable skills would be highly desirable.

For further information about the role, please download thePosition DescriptionLibrary Assistant Position Description Lvl3.pdf

• Hold a Working with Children Blue Card
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

What we offer

• 12.75% Employer Superannuation Guarantee
• Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to Long Service Leave after 7 years of continuous service
• 14 Weeks paid Parental Leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

Enquiries:

Liz Clarke - HR Officer

P. 4039 5200

E. [e-mail]

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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