Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 3
Occupation: Education and training
Location: Barwon South West - Greater Geelong
Reference: 1551908
SC1 Demonstrated experience and skills in coordinating a Library, including having the ability to be flexible and adapt to a busy and changing environment.
SC2 Demonstrated capacity to supervise the work of other ES Library support staff and to develop procedures and guidelines relating to the Library work area whilst consulting, collaborating and listening to others ideas.
SC3 Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills and high level interpersonal skills.
SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position of Librarian.
SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management in respect to the Library.
SC6 Demonstrated commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.
The Library Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the school library (services and resources). They will liaise with the teaching staff who are the link between the teaching and the administration functions of the library. They will be part of a respectful, vibrant welcoming library team
Range 3 is distinguished by the introduction of management responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional support services. The role will usually impact beyond the work area or professional field. It seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, operations or educational programs.
Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
The provision of business management responsibilities becomes a feature at range 3. Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice, although this will generally be confined to matters relating to the immediate work area, service provision or educational program and is unlikely to impact substantially on whole of school operations.
This is the minimum range for positions that carry a mandatory qualification requirement of not less than four years. Professional student support positions become a feature at range 3 (e.g. therapists, psychologists) where standard professional services are delivered. Professional support and guidance will be close at hand and deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employees position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Working with students and staff
Provide a welcoming and safe environment for a wide range of students from all year levels
Work with students from year 7 to 12 and provide instruction and assistance as necessary to individuals or small groups.
Conduct library presentations to classes and year level groups
Advise and direct staff and students to relevant and appropriate resources.
Provide suitable instruction to students and staff in relation to library and information services, computer and other equipment use.
Evaluate library spaces and resources to meet the diverse needs of students in an ongoing capacity.
Manage the behavior of students using the library in line with school¿s procedures and policies
Oversee the efficient and appropriate use of the VCE study areas within the library
Promote a reading culture by:
Supporting and promoting reading based activities
Providing well informed book recommendations by reading young adult fiction, professional journals and using review sites etc
Host engaging book talks to groups of students
Sourcing and purchasing appropriate and engaging reading material using your knowledge of the interests of young adults and their reading preferences and habits
Manage library budget
Acquisition, Ordering and receipt
Locate appropriate supplier for goods and items required
Purchase items using the school¿s official ordering procedures
Retain Tax Invoices for purchases
Coordinate the library educational support staff in; location, acquisition, ordering, receipt, cataloguing and recording, processing, distribution, storage and disposal of resources and equipment.
Location of resources
Cataloguing and recording
Catalogue library resources and equipment onto ACCESSIT system
Ability to perform manual and automated SCIS cataloguing procedures.
Ability to manipulate bibliographic data in line with schools preferred cataloguing method.
Label, cover, and assemble, sort and mark resources in accordance with school procedures and/or manufacturer¿s directions.
Coordinate and manage the circulation and distribution of library resources
Manage the circulation of loan items, returns and account for stock.
Manage overdue procedures; maintain records of overdue loans of school resource material and equipment and issue notices as required.
Keep collection relevant by regular weeding/withdrawal of unused/irrelevant/outdated resources
Promote library and its services
Promote the library¿s resources and services in a positive and enthusiastic manner and provide a welcoming and comfortable area for class use, private study, individual reading and recreational pursuits
Manage Library¿s reading activities such as:
Readers Cup
Premiers Reading Challenge
Promote reading initiatives such as author visits.
Organise displays and exhibitions.
Make library facilities and services available to the whole school community.
Identify resources that are not being borrowed and find ways to promote their use.
Management of library Educational support staff as necessary
Instruct and deploy work routines and specialised tasks in library area and beyond ensuring requirements of the work area are met.
Provide appropriate training and direction in library operations.
Provide professional service in the delivery of information resources and services
Support the Victorian Curriculum both static and changing, including liaising with teachers to determine an appropriate range of resource material to enhance student learning across all learning areas.
Present short professional learning sessions to staff in relation to library resources and services.
Conduct presentations on academic honesty/plagiarism/referencing and research skills to students
Participate in School Library Association of Victoria (SLAV) initiatives including local branch initiatives that will further enhance and support our library and school services.
Keep informed on Copyright regulations on an annual basis to ensure correct protocol is followed at school level.
Participate in OHS training as required for work area.
Co-ordination of the delivery of a professional service, including policy development and administrative or operational function implementation.
Accountable for provision of accurate advice, information, instruction and services to school body.
Continue to update and develop necessary library policy and procedure guides in line with advice from relevant individuals, professional bodies and through professional networking.
Gain student and staff feedback for continual improvement
Work flexibly and adapt workflow practices as required for the quality delivery of library services.
Prepare reports for consideration of school leadership team.
Provide library statistics and data as requested.
Professional Learning
Participate in annual school Performance and Development meetings and initiatives.
Participate in appropriate Professional Learning to enhance and expand library functions and procedures.
Participate in Copyright professional learning.
Participate in eLearning
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, 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 safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants 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.
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https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
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https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Belmont High School is committed to fostering positive relationships that drive student success, with learning at the core of all we do. Guided by our motto, "Strive for the Highest," and our values of Respect, Opportunity, and Resilience, we create a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to excel academically and personally.
Established in 1955, Belmont High School is a large, co-educational secondary school in Geelong, with 1,272 students enrolled in 2025 (approximately 56% male and 44% female). The school is staffed by 4 Principal Class Officers, over 100 teachers (50% part-time), including 11 Leading Teachers and 3 Learning Specialists, and 40+ Education Support Staff (65% part-time).
The school operates across two campuses:
Main Campus (Geelong): including BioLAB ¿ the Victorian Bioscience Education Centre, a statewide resource delivering specialist programs in bioscience, health, and sports science.
Tanybryn Campus (Colac Otway Shire): A unique school-owned camp set in the Otways Rainforest, accommodating up to 50 students and staff, ideal for environmental education and study retreats.
Belmont High School has a diverse student population, with an SFOE index of 0.2810. We are committed to equity and inclusion, offering wellbeing and support programs tailored to student needs.
Notable features include:
Belmont High School continues to provide a dynamic, inclusive, and future-focused education, ensuring all students are supported to reach their full potential.