Library Assistant

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025 - 19/12/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Administration/Secretarial
Reference: 1451328
Job posted: 13/11/2024
Closes: 26/11/2024
Selection CriteriaSC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.
SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.
SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position including cataloguing and organising using an automated borrowing system.
SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.
SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
RoleThis position is for 1 day per week.
An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).
A role at this range may include:
Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the coordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time.Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options.An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.
ResponsibilitiesSort, arrange, file and catalogue incoming/outgoing material according to type and appropriate categories.Prepare descriptive lists of material and undertake accessioning procedures, box, label, shelve material and maintain daily records of loans.Under direction perform basic duties with regard to the general library including retrieving, shelving and maintaining books and periodicals.Shelve library materials and maintain the order of the collection.Assist with the circulation of loan items and accounting for stock.Gather information and resources to support clients' needs.Direct clients to resources.Assist with the care and operation of equipment and prepare class sets for faculty use.Assist users with school equipment such as photocopier and audio-visual equipment.Maintain records of overdue loans of school resource material and equipment and issue overdue notices as required.Assist in the preparation of displays and exhibitions.Minor cleaning and maintenance of equipment.Ensure storage areas are in a clean, safe and orderly condition.Catalogue and record details of reference material.Label, cover, assemble, sort or mark resources in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and school procedures.Assist with the security of equipment and buildings.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via ******
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards.
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.
Location ProfileReservoir East Primary School is an inclusive school of 270 students from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. There is a high proportion of students for whom English is a Second Language and a significantly large number of First Nations students (30%). The school community values this diversity and supports students by offering a broad curriculum with a strong emphasis on interpersonal learning and culture.
Reservoir East Primary School is highly committed to improving the development of its staff and students and has much to celebrate. We use an evidence based approach and are committed to a science of reading and learning methodology incorporating a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).
The vision of the school is to build a community of learners where students develop resilient life skills which allow them to learn, grow, and become active community participants. So if you want to be involved with a dynamic team with entrenched coaching practices, producing great results, please apply.
Contact:To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.

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