Teacher Librarian - Hassall Grove Public School

NSW Police Force; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Hassall Grove Public School in Sydney is seeking a Teacher Librarian to lead the library and support literacy across the K-6 curriculum. You will collaborate with classroom teachers and support staff to provide engaging learning experiences and foster strong reading outcomes.

The role works within the RFF team to create a welcoming library, align resources to school priorities and contribute to inclusive education across the campus.

Qualifications

• Approval to teach K-6 and to teach primary library or willingness to undertake NSW DoE Teacher Librarian qualifications.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver high-quality teaching and learning programs with emphasis on Geography and History (HSIE) for K-6 students.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a school library and its systems, creating an engaging learning environment.
• Knowledge of culturally responsive and inclusive practices, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, accessible and engaging library environment where every student feels valued.
• Collaborate with students and teachers across mainstream and Inclusive Education settings to respond to diverse learning needs.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Inclusive education

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Approval to teach K-6 & primary library

Job description

Job Description - Teacher Librarian - Hassall Grove Public School (0000BAKT)

Teacher Librarian - Hassall Grove Public School - 0000BAKT

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Location

Sydney Region

Advertisement Number

A900155925

Number of Positions

1

Total Remuneration Package

Remuneration package valued at up to $156,253.00. Base salary ranges from $90,177.00 to $137,861.00, plus leave loading and employer's contribution to superannuation. Base salary rates above the minimum are available depending on experience.

School Name

Hassall Grove Public School

Principal Network

Mount Druitt

Staffing Area

Mount Druitt

FTE

1.000

Contact Information

Name: Alena Anderson

Phone number: 0298351756

School Admin: 99999999

Closing Date

11-Nov-2026, 5:00:00 AM

Job Category

Teachers

Organisation

Teaching Service

Position Information

Hassall Grove Public School is a large, culturally diverse metropolitan school located in the Mount Druitt Network. The school has an enrolment of 605 K-6 students, coming from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. 18% of our students have English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) and 12% identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Our staff bring a diverse range of experience, from early career to highly experienced teachers, united by a commitment to explicit, high-quality teaching and the development of strong foundations in literacy and numeracy. The school values strong partnerships with parents and the wider community to improve student attendance and engagement, while fostering a strong sense of belonging, connection and engagement with school. Inclusive Education is central to our school’s values and practice. We are committed to ensuring all students have equitable access to the learning opportunities, resources and experiences available across the school. The Teacher Librarian works collaboratively with students and teachers across mainstream and Inclusive Education settings, adapting programs, resources and learning experiences to respond to diverse learning, communication and support needs. We are seeking a Teacher Librarian who champions inclusion as a shared responsibility, builds positive and respectful relationships with all students, and collaborates effectively with teachers and support staff.

The teacher librarian position falls within our RFF team and supports whole school priorities. They create a welcoming, accessible and engaging library environment where every student feels valued, supported and empowered to participate in learning.

Specific Selection Criteria

• Approval to teach K-6 and approval to teach primary library or willing to undertake in Teacher Librarian qualifications approved by the NSW Department of Education.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver high-quality, engaging Teaching and Learning programs with an emphasis on Geography and History (HSIE) lessons for K-6 students that incorporate explicit teaching strategies to support diverse learners.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a school library and its systems while creating an engaging, supportive learning environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of culturally responsive and inclusive practices that engage all students and support successful learning outcomes, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, staff and the wider community.

Conditions

An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.

Special Notes

If applicable, engagement will be temporary until successful completion of the Teacher Library qualifications as recognised by the NSW Department of Education which must be completed within 24 months.

About the NSW Department of Education

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people.

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