<p>St Monica's College is a Catholic co-educational College (Years 7 - 12) serving the northern suburbs of Melbourne and is governed under the authority of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Limited (MACS).</p> <p>Our College is located on&nbsp;three metropolitan campuses in Epping and Reservoir and a rural campus, Ostia, in Strath Creek for spiritual retreat.&nbsp; Epping campuses are&nbsp;walking distance from each other and the Epping train station.</p> <p>A vacancy exists for a Library Assistant to commence Wednesday, 27 January 2027. This is a full-time position. Our Library is at the heart of our educational mission, supporting teaching, learning and research across all levels of the college.</p> <p><strong>About the role</strong><br><br> St Monica's College is seeking a Library Assistant to join our Library team in the Northern Suburbs of Melbourne on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to support the smooth operation of our College Library and contribute to creating an engaging learning environment for our students and staff. As a Library Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring our Library resources are well-organised, accessible and effectively utilised by the College community. This position offers the chance to work in a vibrant educational setting whilst developing your skills in Library Services and Information Management.</p> <p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Assist with the cataloguing, classification and organisation of library materials using established library systems and databases</li> <li>Provide front-desk support including issuing and receiving books, managing library loans and processing returns</li> <li>Working with Canva</li> <li>Help students and staff locate information resources and provide basic research assistance</li> <li>Maintain library shelves by ensuring materials are correctly shelved, organised and in good condition</li> <li>Assist with the acquisition of new library materials and maintain accurate records of inventory</li> <li>Support the delivery of library programs, events and inductions for students and staff</li> <li>Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs to library materials</li> <li>Help maintain a welcoming, quiet and organised library environment</li> <li>Contribute to general administrative tasks as required to support library operations.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills Required</strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently</li> <li>Excellent customer service skills and a friendly, helpful approach to supporting students and staff</li> <li>Proficiency with computers and willingness to learn library management systems and databases</li> <li>Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping</li> <li>Clear written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Ability to work both independently and as part of a team</li> <li>A genuine interest in library services, information management and supporting education</li> <li>Physical capability to perform tasks such as shelving, lifting and organising materials</li> <li>Relevant experience in a library, educational or customer service environment would be highly valued.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Culture and Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>We provide a work environment that nurtures on-going growth and development</li> <li>We build capacity in all areas of teaching and learning</li> <li>Ongoing religious formation to enhance Catholic Identity.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Special Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>St Monica's College promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, therefore the successful applicant must demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to providing a safe environment for children</li> <li>The successful applicant will be required to have or undergo both a Working with Children Check and a Police Check</li> <li>Applications to include a cover letter, CV and the names and contact details of three referees.</li> </ul> <p>Salary for this position is based on experience in accordance with the Victorian Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement (CEMEA) as varied from time to time.&nbsp; Applications will be considered upon receipt.</p> <p>Applications will be considered upon receipt.</p> <p>For further information about our College please our school website.</p>