Librarian

Craighead Diocesan School; Timaru; On-site; NZD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Craighead Diocesan School in Timaru is seeking a passionate Librarian to lead the day-to-day operation of the school library. The role focuses on fostering a love of reading, supporting students and staff, and promoting digital literacy within a vibrant learning hub.

The successful candidate will manage the library workflow, collaborate with teachers, deliver engaging read-alouds, and assist with information technology and library trends to support curriculum goals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of digital literacy and library search skills.
• Administrative and organisational skills with initiative.
• Experience with library systems (Accessit) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of the school library.
• Support students and staff in reading and learning resources.
• Promote digital literacy and as-needed IT assistance.

Skills

Digital literacy

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Time management

Reading passion

Education

Professional library qualification (not required)

Tools

Accessit

Job description

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20 Hours per Week | 9.30am–1.30pm | Monday to Friday

Craighead Diocesan School | Timaru

We are seeking a passionate, organised and student‑focused Librarian to lead the day‑to‑day management and operation of our school library. Our library is a vibrant, inclusive learning hub where every student is encouraged to discover the joy of reading, explore ideas and new possibilities, and connect with people.

We foster curiosity, imagination, critical thinking and a lifelong love of learning by providing a space where students can belong , discover, grow and thrive.

Primary Objectives:

• Cultivate and foster a lifelong love of reading
• Inspire curiosity and independent learning
• To strengthen belonging and connection
• To develop student agency and creativity by providing opportunities
• To contribute to the management and administration of our school library.

The successful applicant will have:

Personal Qualities:

• A genuine passion and love of reading, particularly current children’s and YA literature
• Be warm, approachable with an ability to interact positively with students and staff
• Has strong administrative and organisational skills, is proactive and able to work independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with effective time management skills
• Confidence to read to/present to classes/groups
• Willingness to keep up‑to‑date with information technology and library trends
• Be innovative and energetic.
• Have tolerance and have a sense of humour
• Is committed to supporting our Special Character and will adhere to the Craighead professional relationships - reflecting our values of Respect, Integrity, Service and personal Excellence.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Experience using Accessit or another library management system
• Digitally capable, effective online search skills, confident to learn using new systems/technology
• Digital literacy skills
• Professional library qualification, although not a necessity

Knowledge of:

• School library collection development and learning resources
• New Zealand Curriculum
• Children’s and Young Adult literature, especially New Zealand writers

Applications Close: 18 September 2026, 5pm.