Library Technician in Melbourne

Vermont Secondary College is a large, single campus, co-educational secondary college of over 1750 students located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Vermont Secondary College enjoys an exceptionally high level of parent and community support. General Satisfaction with the College, as measured by the Parent Opinion Survey, remains high.

Our VSC Statement of Values & Philosophy ensures that everyone in our school community will be treated with fairness and respect. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we live, work and travel upon and we pay our respects to the Elders, both past and present, and we recognise, acknowledge and respect the history, culture, diversity and value of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islands people.

Vermont Secondary College (VSC) is committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment for all students, staff and members of our diverse community. Our school recognises the importance of our partnership with parents and carers to support our students in their wellbeing, engagement and achievement in learning.

Our college motto 'Lift up thine eyes' provides the vision of our college community. We aspire to be progressive and optimistic in our endeavours and interactions, constantly open to the improvement of wellbeing, engagement and achievement.

Responsibilities:

• Support the effective operation of the school library and the delivery of quality services to students and staff.
• Manage the daily operation of the library circulation desk.
• Maintain library management systems, including cataloguing, circulation and resource records.
• Process new resources including ordering, accessioning, cataloguing and preparation.
• Maintain library collections in an organised, accessible and attractive condition.
• Complete stocktakes, collection reviews and resource maintenance.
• Support the efficient borrowing and return of resources.
• Maintain library facilities, equipment and displays.
• Support the development and maintenance of print and digital collections.
• Develop engaging library displays and promotional materials.
• Identify damaged, outdated or unsuitable resources for review.
• Maintain accurate cataloguing records.
• Assist students and staff accessing library resources and services.
• Support students to become confident and independent library users.
• Assist students with research, information retrieval and resource location.
• Support staff in locating materials relevant to curriculum programs.
• Assist in the development of displays, competitions and promotional activities.
• Maintain library records, statistics and usage data.
• Liaise with suppliers and service providers as required.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and education support staff.
• Participate in professional learning and performance development processes.

Who May Apply: Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion: The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department.

Child Safe Standards: Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.

Conditions of Employment: All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.