Library Officer

Department of Education; Wanneroo; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Mindarie Primary School is seeking a passionate library assistant to support daily library operations for staff and students. You will manage library systems, keep records current, and ensure resources are accessible at all times.

You will also train staff in library skills, showcase engaging displays, and align purchasing with curriculum initiatives to create an inviting library environment for families and learners.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing library operations and services.
• Ability to run library skills training and help staff and students use library systems.
• Demonstrated ability to display books and connect resources with curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day library operations for staff and students.
• Administer library systems and maintain up-to-date records.
• Provide reference and information services to staff and students.
• Conduct library skills training and display resources for learning.

Skills

Library operations

Customer service

Team collaboration

Stock management

Tools

Library systems

Job description

This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2026 Mindarie Primary School (PS) is a dynamic learning community catering for students from kindergarten to year six. The suburb of Mindarie is a seaside suburb located approximately 35 kilometre north of the Central Business District of Perth in the Shire of Wanneroo. Mindarie PS's core curriculum has a strong focus on literacy, numeracy and science. Specialist programs operate in the following areas: Science, Physical Education, Music, Performing Arts and Primary Extension and Challenge (PEAC) for academically talented students in Years 4 to 6. Find out more about our school by visiting mindarieprimary.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

The successful applicant will ideally develop and support the day-to-day operations of the library and provision of reference, information and associated services to teaching staff and students. They will administer library systems which ensure library records are up-to-date and library resources are maintained and processed so they are accessible and available to students and staff at all times. They will also ideally conduct library skills training and display the use of library systems and equipment, prepare stimulating and topical library displays and connect purchasing with curriculum initiatives in the school. The successful applicant will ideally be approachable and be able to display the capacity to work cooperatively with others to create a welcoming and vibrant library environment for students and families. A love of books and a sound understanding of library systems, processes and stocktakes would be an advantage.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Anne-Marie Rosa, Manager Corporate Services on [phone] or by 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

• 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).

Job Details

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1070543. 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.

Application Deadline

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday, 29 October 2026.