<p>Founded in 1904, the College embraces the legacy of Saint Brigid and is committed to the core values and beliefs of the Brigidine tradition of Strength and Kindliness. Kilbreda students today have every opportunity to become women of hope and compassion with a personal commitment to justice and the courage to speak out and respond to the needs of others.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Kilbreda College is a Kildare Education Ministries School in the Brigidine Tradition.</p> <p><br></p> <p>The College was recently recognised by&nbsp;<b>The Educator as a 5 Star Employer of Choice.</b></p> <p><br></p> <p><b>The Position</b></p> <p>The Head of Library and Information Services leads the College’s Learning Resource Centre, ensuring that it is a vibrant, engaging, and welcoming learning environment for students and staff. While at the forefront is a commitment in the delivery of information resources that are essential to the requirements of contemporary learning.<br></p> <p>Working together with a strong supportive team consisting of a Librarian and Library Technician, this role reports directly to the Assistant Principal, Teaching and Learning, with key liaisons across the College.<br></p> <p><b>Key areas of responsibility will include:</b><br></p> <ul> <li>Strategic Direction</li> <li>Learning Resource Centre</li> <li>Learning and Teaching</li> <li>Management and Administration</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><b>About You</b></p> <p><b>Key Requirements:</b><br></p> <ul> <li>Recognised teaching qualifications and qualifications in librarianship together with current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)</li> <li>Demonstrated ability and experience in delivering effective teaching and learning strategies that cater for the different learning needs of students</li> <li>Thorough knowledge and understanding of contemporary practice in education</li> <li>Ability to lead an effective and committed client focused team</li> <li>Advanced ICT skills and experience in providing ICT and research support to both staff and students</li> <li>Personal skills of flexibility, adaptability as well as a high degree of motivation and initiative&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to establish positive and effective working relationships with staff and students</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills</li> <li>A commitment to ongoing professional learning and development</li> <li>Demonstrated commitment to Catholic Education and an understanding of the importance of charism and spiritual tradition in the life of an order-owned Catholic School</li> <li>A commitment to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children</li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p><b>Commencing 29 January 2024 (Term 1). This position is full time and has a tenure of 3 years (2024-2026). A full-time, ongoing teaching position is associated with this role.&nbsp;</b><br></p> <p><br></p> <p>All applications should include a cover letter, resume, and application for employment form. For further information and lodging your application, please visit our website&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kilbreda.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">www.kilbreda.vic.edu.au</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br></p> <p><br></p> <p><b>Applications close on Thursday 7 December 2023</b><br></p> <p><b><i>*However, don't delay in applying, as applications will be reviewed upon receipt and shortlisting to interview may occur prior.</i></b><br></p> <p><br></p> <p><i>Kilbreda College is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the School's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.</i><br></p>