Library Technician
The Library Technician supports the daily operations of the Junior School library by assisting in the management of resources across K-3 and Junior School Libraries, providing customer service, and ensuring efficient access to library materials.
Responsibilities Include:
- Manage circulation of library resources, including issuing, returns, overdue notices, and lost book invoicing.
- Catalogue, classify, and process library materials following standard bibliographic formats
- Prepare items for circulation, including branding, labelling, and book covering.
- Maintain accurate records of usage, inventory, and circulation statistics.
- Coordinate book hire processes, including accessioning, cataloguing, and stocktaking.
- Conduct stock rotation, weeding, repairs, and manage library supplies.
- Provide front-line support for patron queries, database searches, and device loans in the Junior School.
- Oversee the organisation and daily maintenance of the library space.
- Support parent volunteers and manage communications for Book Club and Book Fair events.
- Facilitate access to information resources through well-structured systems for organising, retrieving, and circulating materials.
- Assist with general administrative tasks and duties as required by library leadership.
Key Selection Criteria:
- Willingness to be part of a well-established and collaborative team.
- Demonstrated experience in cataloguing, circulation, inventory management, and textbook hire processes using standard library systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to support students, staff, and parents, including supervising volunteers and handling inquiries professionally.
- An active interest in and commitment to the education of young children.
- Ability to conduct oneself in a way which develops personal respect, respect for the College and the teaching profession.
Essential Qualifications:
- Current Positive Working with Children’ Check or ability to obtain.
- Diploma or Certificate in Library and Information Services or equivalent qualification.
- Previous experience in a Junior School library setting is desirable.
- Physical ability to lift and move books and other library materials.
All Canterbury staff are expected to support the school's Anglican ethos and values.
Why Join Canterbury College:
At Canterbury, our mantra is "Different Together." We're not all the same and that is our greatest strength. We draw on these different life experiences, stories and values to learn from one another and to make our community stronger.
If you are ready to take your career to the next level and value a supportive and collaborative work environment, where academic excellence is respected and nourished, we invite you to express your interest in joining our team at Canterbury College.
How to Apply:
Please submit your application, including a Cover Letter and a Resume to Mr Daniel Walker, Principal.
Applications close COB Friday, 11 July 2025.
**Interviews will commence with successful candidates as applications are received and the position may be filled prior to this date.
We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive and respectful. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Regardless of your religious, gender, sexuality or cultural identity, you have a home at Canterbury.
Canterbury College supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of students enrolled at the College. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection.