Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan
Job type: Full time / From 28/01/2025 - 26/01/2026
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1437050
Job posted: 19/09/2024
Closes: 02/10/2024
Selection CriteriaDemonstrated experience and skills in coordinating a specific education support function.Demonstrated capacity to supervise the work of the support staff and to develop procedures and guidelines relating to the work areas.Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills.Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management in respect to the work area.Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.Demonstrated high level understanding of initiatives in student wellbeing and the capacity to implement these in a school setting.High level organisational skills and written and verbal communication skills, including the capacity to prioritise work flows to adapt to and manage change in the workplace.RoleThe role of the library coordinator includes supervising all school library operations including physical and human resources and ICT. The duties of this role will include the promotion of a safe, supportive, and positive school environment. This role is responsible for the provision of the effective management of all library services to students and staff as directed by the Principal and/or Business Manager. The Library Coordinator applies sound theoretical knowledge and a focus on the development of standards relating to the library at THS. This role description is a guide only and is not intended to be an exhaustive or exclusive list of the duties attached to this position.
Position responsibilities: Consulting with faculties regarding resource requirements so that they can be prepared on time.Purchasing new books and resources, adding them to the library system including bar-coding, security tagging, covering.Updating and maintaining library databases, book returns, shelving and book repairs.Budget management.Retrieving overdue library books, especially from senior and exiting students at semester end.Inventory of lost/damaged or missing books from the database; organising replacement copies.Organising the compactus: adding books and resources for new topics, and placing items on reserve, including teacher references.Communicating with staff and students via Compass.Annual stock-take and culling of old/damaged books and resources.Devising and delivering the library orientation program to all new Year 7's.Preparing and maintaining library displays including new titles, Book Week, and special events.Developing online resources and 24/7 access in line with the school's expanding Web presence.Maintaining school memorabilia, photo and yearbook archives.Compliance with DE and school Policies, Procedures and Codes of Conduct, especially for Staff, Student and Child Safety and Health.Supervising students doing private study including VCE students and those who have been removed from class for various reasons, e.g. those unable to do P.E. and supervising library lunchtime activities.Maintaining the photocopier and assisting with use.Assisting with and supervising the removal and return of furniture for activities throughout the year.Creating and maintaining sets of references for CATs.Working with the English KLA to develop and build the profile of the wide reading program, reading competitions and activities throughout the year.Daily inspection of teaching areas, furniture, computers and general library equipment and furnishings.Conditions apply:Police Check, VIT/WWCC, Child Safety Standards, DET Code of Conduct.
ResponsibilitiesEnsure the provision of a range of administrative support functions for the Principal and teaching staff.Provide administrative support to external service providers as required.Manage the processing of student admissions, registrations, enrolments and transfers.Provide required level of administrative support for school events, functions and projects.Implement induction programs for new staff, volunteers and other workers to the school.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.
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.
Location ProfileAt Thornbury High School, we are proud of what we do every day to champion innovation, inclusiveness, and academic excellence. Through our extensive academic and extra-curricular programs, we aim to foster and inspire a new generation of respectful and resilient young people ready to face a rapidly changing world.
Other InformationThank you for your interest in this vacancy at Thornbury High School.
Please note the following:
Applicants are required to provide a statement addressing the key selection criteria.Attaching your letter of introduction, resume and key selection criteria in one document, with your full name in the File Name, is most helpful.Please include your DET Employee ID Number on your application (where applicable).Three (3) Referees are required. Please provide names, contact phone numbers and e-mail addresses.A copy of your current WWCC/VIT card will be required if successful.#J-18808-Ljbffr
