School Librarian (South Plympton)

About Our College

Emmaus Christian College is a multi-campus, non-denominational school, providing quality, distinctly Christian education from ELC to Year 12.

We are passionate about delivering exceptional, biblically-based education, and want to partner with you as we outwork our vision of Inspiring Hearts and Inspiring Minds.

Our aim is that our students will graduate as confident and compassionate young adults, well-equipped to take their place in the world. We seek to foster a commitment to Jesus Christ and a passion to live life in such a way as to bring honour and glory to God, in staff and students alike.

About the Role

• Promote a love of reading and literature and guide students in their reading choices.
• Maintain a learning environment in the Library that is functional, inviting and supports appropriate learning outcomes, and promotes enjoyment of learning.
• In conjunction with other stakeholders, coordinate and promote Library programs and services (e.g. book week, displays, book club).
• Organise Library resources including the processing of new resources.
• Oversee the general administration of the Library including cataloguing and processing items, maintenance and repair of items, textbook collection, photocopying and record management.

For further information regarding the position, please view the full position description available on our website at https://emmauscc.sa.edu.au/about/employment.

About You

• Be a committed Christian with a deep desire to serve Jesus Christ as Lord.
• Qualifications in Information Studies or equivalent would be an advantage.
• Experience working in a library (specific school experience would be an advantage).
• Demonstrated ability to foster a love of reading and literature among students of all ages.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider school community.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey information to students, staff, and parents.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
• High level of initiative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
• Strong customer service focus, with a commitment to providing high-quality support to all library users.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development, with a willingness to learn and grow in the role.
• Current satisfactory Working with Children Check (WWCC), RRHAN-EC Certificate, First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain) and the right to work in Australia.

What We Offer

At Emmaus Christian College, we value our employees beyond the workplace. As a member of our Christ-centred community, your unique gifts and talents will be cherished. We are united in our commitment to serve Jesus and inspire young people through high-quality education.

We recognise that we are blessed with staff who are dedicated and skilled, we offer the following to further nurture our team’s wellbeing, development and success.

• A distinctly Christian organisation with a unified mission for Christian education, including regular staff devotions and worship.
• Staff member discounts on student fees.
• Staff Team Building Day and professional development opportunities.
• Strong culture of hospitality with social events and celebrations throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Competitive salaries and benefits.
• Affordable canteen at our South Plympton Campus.

If you have a passion for actively contributing to growing God’s kingdom and seeing young people thrive, we invite you to apply!

Submitting Your Application

Closing Date: 9:00am, Wednesday 13th November 2024.

Applicants should provide:

1. A written application that addresses the selection criteria outlined in the position description.
2. Curriculum Vitae which provides full personal details, qualifications, previous employment and experience.
3. A completed ‘Application for Non-Teaching Position Form’ available via our website emmauscc.sa.edu.au/about/employment

Application submissions must be sent to recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au and include all three documents to be considered. In the subject line of your application, please state the Job ID 241004.

For further information, please contact Human Resources on (08) 8292 3888 or recruitment@emmauscc.sa.edu.au.