Casual Library Assistant (14 hours per week to Term Time only)

Hunting tower School

Mount Waverley, Melbourne VIC

Library Services and Information Management (Education and Training)

Casual/Vacation

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Huntingtower School has a long tradition of educational excellence and consistently performs academically amongst the top schools in Victoria.

We are seeking a friendly, organised and motivated Casual Library Assistant to support the smooth operation of our School Library during after-school hours.

This position will work MondaytoThursday from 3.00pm to 6.00pm and Friday from 3.00pm to 5.00pm, for a total of 14 hours per week during term time only. The Library Assistant provides circulation support, supervision and assistance to students and staff, ensuring the library remains a welcoming, calm and productive learning environment.

The role requires strong organisational skills, excellent communication, confidence with basic technology and a genuine interest in working with young people. While librarian qualifications are not required, this role is ideal for those studying librarianship, education or teaching.

Key responsibilities

Assist students and staff with locating, borrowing and returning library resources

Provide circulation desk support, including loans, returns, shelving and tidying

Assist with processing library resources

Assist with the creation of promotional materials such as displays and bookmarks

Supervise students during after-school hours, ensuring a safe and supportive space

Maintain a quiet, orderly and welcoming environment conducive to learning

Provide basic assistance with printing, photocopying and technology

Uphold and model all child safety and wellbeing requirements and standards

What we are looking for:

A warm, approachable and student-focused manner

Confidence with general ICT tasks

Experience in customer service, libraries or education (preferred but not essential)

Currently studying librarianship, education or teaching (advantageous)

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Commitment to the School’s values and child-safe culture

If you are a dedicated, organised and positive person who would like to become involved in a caring Christian environment, please submit your application by Monday 15 December 2025 together with the names

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Addresses and telephone numbers of three referees to employment@huntingtower.vic.edu.au