This is a permanent part-time (0.5FTE) position commencing Term 4, 2025
Canning College has been preparing senior secondary students to achieve entry into Australia’s leading universities since 1982. As a specialist international education institution, it has established a strong reputation for providing local and overseas students with the personal and academic development and pathways required to succeed in tertiary studies. College staff are experienced in providing care, support and academic guidance to all students to help them prepare better for the rigours of tertiary studies.
The Canning College Library Learning Centre is central to teaching and learning at the college. It houses comfortable spaces for study, research, collaboration, and tutoring. Technology equipped spaces, computer labs, a centre for intensive English and a careers information centre are incorporated into the facility.
The Role
Canning College is seeking to appoint a Library Officer with the passion, drive and experience to provide our international and local students with exceptional library services.
The library officer creates and maintains a vibrant, engaging and welcoming resource centre and study space for students. The officer supervises the day-to-day operations of the library and ensures the provision of reference, information, and associated services to teaching staff and students. As part of the role, the library officer prepares and monitors the library budget and makes recommendations for recent resources. They administer library systems, ensuring library records are up to date and resources are maintained and processed, so they are always accessible and available to students and staff.
The successful applicant should be proactive in creating an environment that encourages students into the library. They will ideally demonstrate the experience and ability to engage with students to promote research skills and use of library equipment. They should work consultatively with teachers to ensure the timely provision of quality resources to support Canning College’s teaching and learning programs.
The successful applicant should display strong written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment. Strong computer
skills across a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spread sheets and word processing are highly regarded.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
During the school holidays, please contact Kirsty Faulkner on 9278 3500.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated experience in the use of computers and a range of application software packages, particularly library databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 41***for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS997736
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday 20 October 2025.
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