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About St Peter’s College
Founded in 1847, St Peter’s College is an Anglican boarding and day school for boys committed to being an exceptional community of learning centered on truth, respect and service.
With an established reputation for academic excellence, our aim is to instill in students the desire and capacity to consistently seek to improve their own lives and, importantly, that of those around them.
The School is located just two kilometres from the city centre on a single 80-acre campus. The magnificent grounds accommodate beautiful buildings, both historic and modern and the School’s educational facilities and sports fields are excellent. Our modern, purpose built Boarding House provides accommodation for 100 students from within Australia and overseas.
Over 1550 students from diverse backgrounds and abilities are educated at the School from the Early Years to Year 12. This diversity contributes powerfully and directly to the quality of a boy’s education. We are committed to being a boys’ school that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and nationality.
About the position
St Peter’s College is currently seeking applications to appoint a permanent, full time Librarian to work in the Senior School Library.
The Librarian is responsible for designing, planning and providing information literacy instruction to students and staff which underpin the teaching and learning priorities of the school. The Librarian works with teaching staff to identify, evaluate and source information resources to support teaching and learning and the curriculum.
The Librarian works collaboratively with the Senior School Library staff to promote a culture of reading, contribute to programs and events that develop student engagement, and support students and staff in their information needs.
This is a full time position, working 37.5hrs per week, 41 weeks of the year (0.85FTE).
For further information, please refer to the position description.
As the successful applicant you will have:
A willingness to support the School’s values and Anglican ethos.
A readiness to work in a team and community, and passion for inspiring students to learn.
Tertiary qualifications in Library and Information Studies (qualifications should be recognised for professional membership of ALIA Australian Libraries and Information Association).
Experience working with children and youth in a library setting.
A South Australian Working with Children Check.
A Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (Fundamentals and Masterclass)
A First Aid Certificate.
Why work for us?
St Peter's College offers a welcoming learning community connected by a shared vision and values. Our staff take great pride in delivering an exceptional education experience for our students who are motivated to learn, and for our families who truly value their partnership with the School. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where knowledge and expertise are built through professional growth and development opportunities. Our first class facilities are complemented by the resources required to engage students in innovative and creative ways. With a focus on the pastoral care and wellbeing of both staff and students, the inclusive, community-focused culture of the School provides an environment in which staff are supported to perform at their best.
How to apply
Please address your application to the Headmaster, Tim Browning and include a CV and cover letter in one document explaining your skills, capabilities, experiences and reasons for applying.
Please apply via the School website.
Applications for this position close Monday 26th February 2023 5.00pm (ACST).
For a confidential discussion, please contact Olivia Stapleton-Pitt, Senior HR Advisor 08 8404 0436
To find out more about a career at St Peter’s College, please visit our Careers page.
The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the school’s Child Protection Policy.
St Peter’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
