Library AssistantCommencement Date: 28th January 2025
Employment Type: Term Time - Permanent (24 hours per school week)
Salary Range: School Officer Level 3 - $33.17 to $34.58 gross per hour
Closing Date for Applications: 8am Monday, 13th January 2025
St Therese's School Bentley ParkSt Therese's Parish School is an integral part of the Cairns Diocese and the Edmonton Parish. Located just 20 minutes south of Cairns City, St Therese's provides Catholic Education to an area that is currently referred to as the 'growth corridor' of Cairns.
About the RoleThe typical duties of a Library Assistant include but are not limited to:
Undertake accessioning of learning resources acquired by the school, including periodicals and equipmentUndertake both copy cataloguing and original cataloguing of learning resources, in consultation with teaching staff where requiredPreparing cataloguing entries, including assigning additional subject heading in consultation with specialist teaching staff for selected library materialsUndertake covering and labelling of learning resources acquired by the schoolCollaborate with other staff to ensure the accurate entry of assets into library catalogue in line with current guidelines (e.g. Portable and Attractive Items Register)Undertake collection development activities, including acquisitions and weeding, under direction from Teacher-Librarian or Line ManagerIdentify damaged resources and undertake repairs if appropriateOngoing management of library records, including updating records, deleting record and ensuring catalogue continues to effectively meet needs of usersCreate displays to promote current and new resources as well as special events e.g. book week, reconciliation weekProvide a high level of customer supportSophisticated usage of the library management system to facilitate library managementUndertaking regular stocktakesWork RequirementsHold a Working with Children Blue CardBe fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic EducationWhat we offerAnnual Leave with 17.5% leave loadingAccess to salary packaging options to maximise your salary12.75% Employer Superannuation ContributionsAccess to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)14 Weeks' paid parental leaveAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramFor further information about the role, please download the Position DescriptionLibrary Assistant Position Description - Level 3.
Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation. Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer. Enquiries: Kathy Fleming - Principal
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