Senior Librarian

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Pay

$99,124 - $111,980 a year
Job type

Temporary

Part-time

Full-time
 
Location
Westmead NSW
 
Benefits
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Employee assistance program
Salary packaging
 
Full job description
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time / Part Time up to 30 December 2026 with possibility of extension (Secondment Backfill)
Position Classification: Librarian Gde 2
Remuneration: 99124 - 111980 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ598678
Location: Westmead
Applications close: Midnight on 15 September 2026

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
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What you'll be doing

This position is part of the SCHN Education portfolio based at the Westmead Facility &includes a Randwick support role. This position has a dual role which is to assist the Library team in providing a high quality, innovative &up-to-the-minute paediatric library service and to support the information needs of the New Street Services Network.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

Has an approved degree or post graduate diploma in librarianship and eligibility for professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
Demonstrates ability to provide a high level of reference service, expert searching and use of bibliographic databases and Internet information resources
Demonstrates high level computer literacy skills including experience with library management systems and adaptability to learn and apply other information management software such as LibGuides, Cloud CMS etc.

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:

A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)

Salary packaging for tax savings
Meal entertainment savings
Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness Passport
Flexible Work Practice Opportunities

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
4) Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
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Child Safe Standards

SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.

Eligibility List

An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
An eligibility list may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

Further Contacts and Support

Please contact Patricia Bennett on trish.bennett@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.

We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au.

For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.