Library Officer

Branch: Pickering Brook Primary School

Division: Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region

Salary: Level 1, $62,134 - $70,734 per annum (pro-rata) (DOE (SSO) CA 2024)

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time

FTE: 0.2

Location: Pickering Brook

Closing Date: 2025-11-24 4:30 PM

This is a permanent part-time (0.2FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2026

Pickering Brook Primary School (PS) is a unique school, nestled in the Perth hills, with community at its heart. Our environment is like no other Perth school, we don’t have to create nature play, because we live amongst nature! Students enjoy two high-quality natural areas that encourage exploration and imagination, alongside built playgrounds and excellent sporting facilities.

We also offer specialist programs in Music, Visual Arts, Italian Language and Instrumental Music, led by experienced and passionate teachers. We recognise that reading is the key to future success and have a reading reward program that nurtures and celebrates our students love of reading.

Our school puts student needs' first; with evidence-based teaching practices, purposeful play, and staff who really know their students; how they learn; and what they need to learn next. Our multi-grade approach sees students learn from each other, lead each other, and have opportunities to develop more-sophisticated social skills than students in same-age settings.

Find out more about our school by visiting Pickering Brook Primary School or Schools Online

The Role

As our Library Officer, you would supervise the day-to-day operations of the library and provision of reference, information and associated services to teaching staff and students. You would administer the library system to ensure library records are up-to-date and library resources are maintained and processed so they are accessible and available to students and staff at all times. Operating the library system will be part of your daily tasks, ensuring that records are up-to-date, new resources are added, and deleted or archived items are appropriately documented with accurate barcoding. Timely and effective processing of loans and returns is crucial to ensure accessibility for students and staff.

The successful applicant will ideally have good interpersonal skills, the ability to work unsupervised and the ability to use a range of computer software packages. This includes the Oliver Library database system, however, this is not essential as training is available. We are seeking a Library Officer who works well with staff and students, helping to nurture our students’ love of reading.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Christine Mercy, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 92912050 or emailing christine.mercy@education.wa.edu.au

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
  • Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide administrative support and organise and prioritise tasks effectively.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1006862

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 24 November 2025