Library Officer

Central Regional TAFE; City Of Karratha; Hybrid; AUD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Peg's Creek Primary School in Karratha is seeking a Library Officer to manage daily library operations, support students and staff, and provide reference and information services. You will supervise library resources, train users, and help keep the collection aligned with curriculum needs.

The role involves budget monitoring, coordinating library visits, and providing IT system guidance to staff and students. This is a 12‑month fixed term, part‑time (0.6 FTE) position with potential extension.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day library operations and ensure resources are accessible to students, staff and parents.
• Conduct library skills training for students and staff to maximise use of resources.
• Prepare and monitor the library budget and coordinate visits and new resources.

Tools

Library IT system

Job description

This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension and/or permanency

Peg's Creek Primary School (PS) opened in 1978 and is centrally located in a well-established section of Karratha bounding the town centre.The school is one of the smallest in the town of Karratha with an average population around 230 students. As an Independent Public School we are committed to using the increased flexibilities to enhance our strategic direction and meet the specific educational needs of our students.

The school motto 'Be Aware, Be Involved, Be Your Best' is reflected in the ethos of the school. Students are encouraged to show initiative and actively participate and contribute in our community.

As a community we pride ourselves on our emphasis on building partnerships between students, staff and parents.Our stable enrolment is a result of a community focussed on "being aware and being involved" and providing the best possible learning environment for our students. Parental involvement is highly valued and encouraged. A strong and supportive relationship between parents, students and teachers is embedded in school practices.

Find out more about our school by visiting pegscreekps.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.

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 Information Technology (IT) system and supervise staff and students.

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 Kate Mouda-Hughes, Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail].

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 Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).