Assistant Librarian

Marlborough Girls' College; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in New Zealand is seeking a motivated Assistant Librarian to support library operations and empower students. This permanent part-time position requires strong organisational and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for literature. Ideal candidates will enjoy working with young people and possess relevant IT competencies.

Qualifications

• Passion for books and literature.
• Experience in secondary school and library environments is helpful.
• Ability to work with students of various needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Librarian in day-to-day library operations.
• Train and support Student Librarians.
• Liaise with staff and utilize IT systems.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

IT systems competency

Job description

Overview

Marlborough Girls' College is seeking a motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic Assistant Librarian to join our dynamic and supportive team. If you are passionate about empowering young women and fostering their success, we want to hear from you!

About Us

At MGC, our values of Kotahitanga, Whanaungatanga, and Manaakitanga are at the heart of our work. We believe that students thrive in learning environments that are relational, challenging, and connected. As a member of our team, you will be supported to grow your professional practice and play a key role in modelling and supporting our values in action.

The Role

We are seeking an Assistant Librarian to support our Librarian and provide assistance with all aspects of the day to day operations in the MGC library | Wharepukapuka. This is a permanent role for 22.5 hours per week, term time only.

We are looking for somebody who loves working with young people. An understanding of secondary school and library environments would be helpful, along with experience working with students with a variety of different needs.

The successful applicant will ideally be an avid reader with a passion for books and knowledge and have strong organisational and interpersonal skills. They will be involved in training and supporting our Student Librarians and liaise with staff across the kura. Competence in using a variety of IT systems and databases is essential.

Some flexibility in when and how hours are worked may be required to meet the needs of our students.

Qualifications & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include supporting the Librarian in day-to-day library operations, training and supporting Student Librarians, liaising with staff, and using IT systems and databases. The role requires strong organisational and interpersonal skills and an interest in supporting student learning.

Application Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Assistant Librarian?