Junior School Librarian

Seeking a qualified Librarian to join our friendly Junior School Library Team

Leading independent girls school in Melbourne’s east

Term-time only role, supporting work-life balance


PLC is a leading ELC to Year 12 Christian independent day and boarding school with a focus on the development of the whole person that includes an outstanding academic tradition, an international outlook, and strong pastoral and co-curricular programs.


THE ROLE

This is a wonderful full-time, ongoing opportunity to work in a contemporary, well-resourced, highly dynamic Library environment that provides a range of resources, information services, and programs to support the student and staff community at PLC Junior School.


As part of the Library Team and working closely with the Teacher-librarian, you will be responsible for a range of duties that contribute to making our Junior School Library a welcoming, well-resourced, and inspiring teaching and learning space.


Duties include: providing a stimulating, friendly, and well-organised library; supervising students in the library; providing advice and assistance to staff and students; promoting and facilitating access to library resources and services; undertaking selection, acquisition, accessioning, and end-processing of library materials; and overseeing the Junior School Library budget.


This role works Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.00am and 4.00pm.


ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate must have a Library qualification and demonstrated experience in a similar role in an education or related space.


You are attracted to the idea of working in a leading school environment where learning, growth, and continuous improvement is our focus, amongst students and staff alike.


You have strong attention to detail, a highly organised approach, and proven IT and library database management skills. Your warmth, enthusiasm, patience and service-oriented work style will be at the forefront of your interactions with students, teachers, and the wider Junior School community.


BENEFITS OF WORKING AT PLC

beautiful school grounds set on 16 hectares in a parkland setting, providing a picturesque and peaceful environment for students and staff to learn and socialise

onsite staff parking, plus easy access to public transport and major arterials

generous leave entitlements

access to state-of-the-art resources and spaces, including our new Joan Montgomery sports, aquatic and fitness centre

opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development

and more…


Applications close 9am Wednesday 27 August 2026


Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the interview process may commence prior to the application closing date.


All staff must commit to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards. The successful applicant will be required to hold and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.


PLC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all of its staff, where they feel welcomed, safe and respected.

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Position Description


Posted Date 14 Aug 2026
Location Burwood
VIC / Australia
Industry Education & Training
Job Type
Salary Not provided