Library Officer

Canning Vale Primary School (PS) is seeking a friendly and organised Library Officer to join our team.

As Library Officer at our school, your role will be to ensure that all library resources are managed professionally. You will be expected, amongst other responsibilities, to provide general clerical and library support, including preparing correspondence and booking equipment and facilities, and maintain the resources and environment of the school library. You will also be required to operate library systems which ensure library records are up-to-date and library resources are maintained and processed so they are accessible and available to students, staff and parents at all times.

We are looking for a Library Officer who is professional and hardworking, who is able to work collaboratively as well as independently.

Canning Vale PS is a vibrant school located in the heart of the Livingston and Waratah Estates. We have a very welcoming atmosphere with courtesy and mutual respect demonstrated by students and staff.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

• experience in providing general office administrative support with ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
• ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
• good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
• good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

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Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available

For further job related information:

Please contact Joanne Shanley, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9427 6000 or emailing

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
• complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

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

Applications must be submitted before 4:30pm (WST) on Friday, 17 November 2023

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.