School Librarian
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 4 September 2026
<p>St Hurmizd Assyrian Primary School is an independent Christian school serving students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We are committed to nurturing academic excellence, faith, and wellbeing within a supportive community.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced School Librarian for a permanent full-time position commencing at the start of the 2027 school year. The successful applicant will promote literacy, foster a love of reading and support independent learning across the school.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p>
<p>You will manage the school library while fostering a love of reading, research and independent learning across K–6. The role combines library operations, literacy support, collaboration with teachers, and coordination of reading initiatives, all grounded in Assyrian heritage, Christian values, and the school's vision.</p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p>
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<li>Manage the daily operations of the library, including borrowing, cataloguing and resource organisation.</li>
<li>Maintain a current, relevant and culturally appropriate library collection.</li>
<li>Deliver engaging library lessons focused on reading, research and information literacy.</li>
<li>Support students in developing independent reading and digital research skills.</li>
<li>Collaborate with teachers to source resources and support classroom programs.</li>
<li>Coordinate reading initiatives, Book Week activities and literacy events.</li>
<li>Promote literature that reflects the school’s Assyrian heritage and Christian values.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About You</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Qualifications in Education, Library and Information Services, or relevant school-based experience.</li>
<li>Experience working in a school library or literacy support role.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of children’s literature and primary literacy development.</li>
<li>Excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills.</li>
<li>Commitment to the values and ethos of St Hurmizd Assyrian Primary School.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Applications close: Friday, 4 September 2026</strong> <i>(interviews may commence prior to the closing date).</i></p>
<p>Salaries are based on the Independent Schools NSW (Professional and Operational Staff) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025 (and paid above the Agreed rate).</p>
<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>
<p>Applications must be submitted in writing and emailed to <a href="mailto:hr@acs.nsw.edu.au?subject=School%20Librarian%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong>hr@acs.nsw.edu.au</strong></a><strong> </strong>by the closing date.</p>
<p>Your application should include:</p>
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<li><strong>Cover Letter</strong><br>
A cover letter (maximum one page) addressing the essential criteria and outlining your suitability for the position.</li>
<li><strong>Curriculum Vitae (CV)</strong><br>
Your CV should include the details of at least two referees. Referees will only be contacted after prior consultation with you.</li>
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