Teacher Librarian

Trinity; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Grammar School in Melbourne’s inner-east invites applications for a part-time Teacher Librarian (0.9 FTE) to join the Senior School Library Services team. You will inspire a love of reading, lead information literacy initiatives and partner with staff to deliver rich, research-driven learning experiences for Years 7–12.

Reporting to the Head of Senior School Library Services, you will design and deliver research-based learning experiences, promote literacy in all forms, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Qualifications in teacher librarianship (ALIA) or equivalent credentials.
• Demonstrated experience in secondary education (Years 7–12) with a strong understanding of curriculum and information literacy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and deliver research-based units of work.
• Promote literacy, information literacy and digital literacy across the school.
• Foster a love of reading and inquiry among students and staff.
• Create an engaging and inclusive library environment.
• Develop and maintain a relevant and accessible collection of resources.
• Contribute to library policy development and strategic initiatives.
• Support students’ academic and pastoral development.

Education

Teaching qualifications with VIT registration

Teacher Librarian qualification (ALIA)

Job description

Join Our Team at Trinity Grammar School, Kew

Join one of Melbourne’s leading independent boys’ schools and shape the voice of a community that values confidence, compassion, and academic excellence.

We’re seeking a Teacher Librarian to join our Senior School Library Services team. This role offers the opportunity to inspire a love of reading, lead information literacy initiatives and partner with teaching staff to deliver rich, research-driven learning experiences.

About The Role

We invite applications from enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher Librarians. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a vibrant library environment, foster a love of reading, develop students’ literacy and research skills and support creativity and critical thinking across the school. This ongoing, part-time (0.9 FTE) position commences in January 2027.

Reporting to the Head of Senior School Library Services, the successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning across Years 7–12 while supporting the library as a hub for independent and collaborative learning.

You will work closely with teaching staff to design and deliver research-based learning experiences, promote literacy in all its forms, and cultivate a culture of curiosity and lifelong learning. The role also involves developing and maintaining a contemporary, relevant library collection and contributing to policy development and library service innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and deliver research-based units of work
• Promote literacy, including information and digital literacy, across the school
• Foster a love of reading and inquiry among students and staff
• Create an engaging and inclusive library environment
• Develop and maintain a relevant and accessible collection of resources
• Contribute to library policy development and strategic initiatives
• Support students’ academic and pastoral development

Qualifications and Requirements

• Relevant teaching qualifications and current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
• Qualifications in teacher librarianship (recognised by ALIA)
• Demonstrated experience in secondary education (Years 7–12)
• Strong understanding of contemporary curriculum and research practices
• Excellent skills in the use of learning technologies and digital resources
• Highly developed research and information management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• First Aid and Anaphylaxis certification (or willingness to obtain)

Our teachers are expected to participate in and support our commitment to our students to ensure they have a well-rounded school experience encompassing curriculum, co-curricular and pastoral care in addition to participating in our sporting program through coaching and managing sport teams.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia.

Trinity Grammar is a school where the dignity of each person is recognised, respected and fostered and is committed to ensuring child safety. The School has zero tolerance for child abuse and will treat very seriously all allegations and concerns. In line with this commitment to child safety, the School has put in place policies and procedures to uphold the Victorian Child Safe Standards. These standards aim to promote child safety, prevent child abuse and set up processes to properly respond to allegations of child abuse.

About Trinity

For more than 122 years, Trinity has been an aspirational learning community and prized a 'values education'. We are an Anglican, independent school for boys located in the inner-East of Melbourne, and care for approximately 1,600 students from 3-year-old Kindergarten to Year 12. For more information about our school and offerings, please visit our website About - Trinity Grammar School