AddressSt Patrick’s College, Strathfield is a Catholic school for boys in the Edmund Rice tradition offering a quality education to over 1,550 boys from Years 5 to 12. Working at St Patrick’s College, Strathfield means joining a community of highly motivated, passionate, professional and experienced individuals who are known for their inclusivity, expertise and dedication to our students, education and each other.
We are immensely proud of the opportunities that are afforded to students here at St Patrick’s, with a robust co-curricular sporting and cultural program, excellence in learning and teaching, and faith formation and prayer life that assists in developing young men who are prepared for a dynamic world.
Permanent full-time position commencing Monday 29 April 2024 (Term 2)
Following a valued staff member’s retirement, we are seeking a suitably qualified and highly motivated Teacher Librarian to join our Library Services Team. Reporting to the Head of Library and Information Services, you will be an exceptional educator with a deep passion for creating and nurturing an information-rich learning environment. You will conceptualise, develop and deliver syllabus linked learning activities and resources based on the library’s collection develops, and coordinates the library’s high quality, responsive learning programs for 7-12 students and teachers. This role will direct the daily planning, staff and operations for the acquisition, classification, maintenance, licensing, and distribution of print and digital materials to meet the information needs of library users. The successful candidate will ensure that collections and programs run by the McGlade Library (Senior Library) are appropriate to identified community needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the day-to-day operations of the McGlade Library.
- Provide input and support for the McGlade Library budget.
- Read, promote and market library collections and resources.
- Selecting, developing, organising and managing information sources, services and appropriate technology to meet the educational, cultural, recreational and professional needs of the school community.
- Assist with collection and resource development and management of information resources in variety of formats.
- Providing access to reading material that informs, engages, extends, challenges and enraptures readers.
- Provide assistance to students and staff using the technology, information systems, and digital technologies.
- Working with teachers to develop reading programs.
- Helping students choose appropriate reading material.
- Collaborating with teachers to lead inquiry and research-based lessons through the library.
As the Teacher Librarian, you will have your own teaching allocation. You will be a committed to the achievement of excellence, a strong collaborator and confident in using effective pedagogy and classroom management. You will be someone who has proven success in delivering the best possible teaching practices and learning experiences, integrated with a thorough content knowledge and mastery of the curriculum.
Essential Criteria
- A working understanding of, and commitment to the Catholic ethos of a School in the Edmund Rice tradition.
- Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice.
- Demonstrated excellence as a classroom teacher.
- Qualified Teacher (note subject/s you are qualified to teach) with NESA Accreditation and approval to teach in NSW.
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications, including Teacher Librarian qualifications.
How to apply
To express your interest in joining our highly motivated professional staff, apply via the online ‘Career Application’ available on our website Working at SPC | St Patrick's College Strathfield
Your application should consist of:
1.Cover letter (maximum two pages) that highlights your claim for the role and demonstrates your skills, attributes and overall suitability for the role.
2.Current CV (maximum five pages) outlining your qualifications, experience and skills together with the contact information for three (3) referees (at least two must be from your current employer).
All applications should be addressed to The Principal (MS Word and PDF attachments are preferred).
A working understanding of, and a commitment to the Catholic ethos of a school in the Edmund Rice tradition, a valid Working with Children clearance and participation in the Co-curricular Program, are essential conditions of employment.
Evidence of a valid WWCC clearance will be required prior to employment.
St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care are kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse.
Applications close 4:00 PM Friday 15 March 2024.
General inquiries may be directed to the Human Resources Adviser by phoning 02 8705 9251.
The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.
St Patrick’s College is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
We are committed to reconciliation and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
