Library Technician - Junior School

Girton Grammar School; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Girton Grammar School in regional Victoria is seeking a vibrant Junior School Library Technician to join the team. This term-time role includes a 2-week callback and focuses on helping students access resources and fostering a love of reading and discovery.

Working closely with the Library Teacher, you will support day-to-day library operations, lending, cataloguing, and program support, creating a welcoming environment for young readers and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Library Technician qualifications or relevant experience.
• Experience in a school or public library environment is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, staff and families.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management systems.
• Collaborative approach and teamwork.
• Understanding of student wellbeing and inclusive practices.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and staff with locating and accessing resources.
• Lend and return library resources.
• Cataloguing, processing and maintaining library collections.
• Reshelving and maintaining the presentation and organisation of the Library.
• Managing resource booking systems and library inventories.
• Assist with book clubs, story time programs and reading challenges.
• Support students in a friendly, respectful and engaging manner.
• Provide administrative support, including answering enquiries and maintaining equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Multitasking

Education

Library Technician qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management systems

Job description

Girton Grammar School is seeking a vibrant, organised and enthusiastic Library Technician to join our Junior School Library team, term time only with 2 weeks callback.

This is an exciting opportunity for a person who enjoys working with primary-aged children and is passionate about fostering a love of reading, learning and discovery. Working closely with the Library Teacher, the successful applicant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Library, assisting students and staff to access resources, and contributing to a welcoming and engaging learning environment.

About the Role

The Junior School Library Technician is responsible for supporting the effective operation of the Library through a combination of customer service, resource management and administrative tasks. Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting students and staff with locating and accessing resources.
• Managing the lending and return of library resources.
• Cataloguing, processing and maintaining library collections.
• Reshelving and maintaining the presentation and organisation of the Library.
• Managing resource booking systems and library inventories.
• Assisting with book clubs, story time programs and reading challenges.
• Supporting students in a friendly, respectful and engaging manner.
• Providing administrative support, including answering enquiries, processing resources and maintaining equipment.

About You

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Library Technician qualifications or relevant experience.
• Previous experience in a school or public library environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, staff and families.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management systems.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to teamwork.
• An understanding of student wellbeing, child safety and inclusive practices.
• A commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

• Supportive and collegial school community
• Well-resourced classrooms and clear expectations
• Be part of a respected independent school in regional Victoria

Applications close on 6th November 2026.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

Girton Grammar School is committed to child safety. Candidates applying for teaching appointments must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. All other staff are required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC). Referee checks will be undertaken prior to employment. Girton Grammar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.

Interviews will commence as applications are received Girton Grammar School reserves the right to commence the recruitment process and appoint the position before the applications close date.