Teacher Librarian

Freeman Catholic College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Training & development

Wellbeing benefits

Employee referral program

Rewards & benefits

Job summary

Freeman Catholic College Bonnyrigg Heights is seeking a Teacher Librarian for a part-time (0.4 FTE), temporary position. You will oversee the College Library, promote reading, and support curriculum delivery within a Catholic learning environment.

The role requires strong pedagogical practices, collaboration with staff, and a commitment to student wellbeing in a vibrant secondary setting.

Qualifications

• Recognised NESA academic qualifications to teach as a Teacher Librarian.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices.
• Ability to create engaging, rigorous learning experiences for diverse learners.
• Excellent classroom management focused on student wellbeing.
• Strong collaboration with staff and parents in a Catholic school context.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day library operations and development.
• Manage library staff, budgets, resources and systems.
• Maintain welcoming, engaging spaces for study and research.
• Oversee selection, purchasing, cataloguing and organisation of resources.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to support curriculum delivery and student learning.
• Promote reading, literacy and responsible information use.
• Coordinate library programs and events.
• Support Catholic ethos and school values through library resources.

Skills

Library leadership

Reading promotion

Team collaboration

Technology integration

Student-centered teaching

Education

NESA teaching qualifications

Job description

Freeman Catholic College – Bonnyrigg Heights NSW

Freeman Catholic College Bonnyrigg Heights
Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027
Application Closing Date: Friday, 16 October 2026
Employment Type: Part-Time (0.4 FTE), Temporary

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Freeman Catholic College Bonnyrigg Heights, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.

Benefits include:

• competitive remuneration: up to $145,080. Base salary: $90,177 – $129,536, paid on a pro-rata basis
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• ongoing training and professional opportunities
• access to Fitness Passport, WHEREFIT and other wellbeing products
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About Our School

At Freeman Catholic College Bonnyrigg Heights we provide quality Catholic education within a strong culture of learning. Inspired by our charism, staff and students are called to live out the Gospel values by being good people and good students. By participating in the rich academic, co-curricular and spiritual life of the College, students aspire to achieve their personal best and to make a difference in the world.

Freeman Catholic College is a high performing secondary College, blessed with a collegial and expert staff who foster positive relationships with one another, students and parents. Our commitment is to challenge all students to meet their potential, in a supportive, Catholic and inclusive community.

About You

As a Teacher Librarian, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. The Teacher Librarian oversees the College Library, promoting reading, literacy and engagement with learning. This includes maintaining collections that are suitable for secondary students to broaden their exposure to literature, culture and history.

As a teacher, the librarian will teach and facilitate opportunities for deep reading, develop comprehension skills and suggest appropriate texts based upon a student’s interest, age and ability. The Teacher Librarian also leads a team of support staff to ensure the administration of the library is effectively operated. The Teacher Librarian will provide a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment, encouraging staff and students to access the space to research, study and deepen their love of learning.

To excel in this role, you will be able to:

• a commitment to the Catholic ethos of the College, the Catholic Church and the wellbeing of all community members
• recognised NESA academic qualifications to teach (teaching is included in a Teacher-Librarian role)
• demonstrated knowledge and understanding of contemporary pedagogical practices
• create and implement engaging, rigorous planned learning experiences catering to the diverse needs of students
• demonstrate excellent classroom management skills focused on student well-being
• integrate technology to enhance contemporary learning experiences
• interpersonal skills with parents, students and staff
• demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team, especially in a job share role
• leading the day-to-day operation and development of the College's library services
• managing library staff, budgets, resources and systems
• maintaining welcoming and engaging library spaces for students and staff
• overseeing the selection, purchasing, cataloguing and organisation of print and digital resources
• collaborating with teaching staff to support curriculum delivery and student learning
• promoting reading, literacy, research skills and responsible use of information.
• coordinating library programs and events
• supporting the Catholic ethos and values of the College through the availability of resources and materials in the Library, and interaction with staff and students alike
• supporting teachers in access to resources, digital and otherwise, to enhance the curriculum in each subject area
• work closely with students accessing the library as a ‘study’ facility, to assist in their engagement and focus.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.