Cedar College, SA
Cedar College is an R-12 co-educational Christian school, situated in the suburb of Northgate, South Australia, 8 km north-east of the Adelaide CBD. For 25 years, Cedar College has encouraged students in Primary and High School to Discover Jesus – as we value Christ as the foundation for real life, Display Love – in a supportive community with genuine relationships, and Develop Self – through our high standards in education.
POSITION OVERVIEW Position Title: Primary Library Assistant
Commencing: 20/01/2025
Type: Permanent Part-Time
Hours of Work: 22.5 hours per week (8.00 – 4.00 pm x 3 Days a week)
Reports to: Resource Centre Coordinator
FTE Salary: Commensurate with qualifications & experience
ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a passionate Primary School Library Assistant who will hold close to the values of Cedar College as outlined in this document and will work collaboratively with the Resource Centre Coordinator and Primary School Teaching Staff to maximise student learning within the Cedar College Library.
DETAILS SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION At Cedar College, we believe that children are created in the image of God and therefore are valued as unique and capable individuals, full of potential.
Our teachers and support staff are responsible for creating welcoming learning environments that are positive, supportive and engaging. We want all our students to feel comfortable and safe, and to have the opportunity to learn and grow academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, the Primary School Library Assistant will partner with the Resource Centre Coordinator and Primary School Teachers to support student learning within the Cedar College Library and within classrooms.
The role will involve (but is not limited to):
• Supporting the literacy development of students and fostering a love of reading.
• Assisting students to select appropriate reading material.
• Collaborating with teaching staff on the resources required to support student learning in the classroom.
• Providing resources and customer service for students and staff.
• Ensuring that the Library is presented and organised in a creative and innovative way that maximises student engagement and learning.
• Assisting in the purchase, maintenance and organisation of resources.
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Demonstrate a sincere commitment to Jesus Christ, and the philosophy of Christian Education, and be actively involved in your local church.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop positive working relationships with students and staff in a way that facilitates engagement with the Library, a love of reading and improved student learning outcomes.
• Be reliable and responsible in building trust within the Cedar community and acting with excellence and integrity.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact with students and colleagues in a sensitive and respectful manner.
• Demonstrate high levels of organisation that facilitate the function of the Cedar Library.
• Willing to learn new systems and processes as required.
NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS AND CHECKS:
Certificate III in Library and Information Services (or equivalent) would be desirable; a current Working with Children Check, and RRHAN-EC training (Responding to the Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care training) prior to commencing employment at Cedar College.
APPLICATION PROCESS Applicants must complete an application form, available by calling (08) 261 3377 or emailing ******, and attach a cover letter outlining their beliefs on effectively supporting student learning and library operations, relevant experience, and how they would contribute as a valuable member of our Primary School team.
Applications Close: 4 pm, Monday November 11, 2024.
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