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About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.
Job description:
About our school
St Joseph's College Coomera is a Brisbane Catholic Education master planned co-educational College that opened in January ****. Our first Seniors graduated in ****. The College is located in Coomera on the Northern Gold Coast, 40 minutes south of the Brisbane CBD.
St Joseph's College, and its staff, are committed to the creation of an authentic Catholic community centred on learning growth and the encouragement, excellence and development of each child's character, intellect and spirit.
Our College community is focused on nurturing the St Joseph Graduate This concept is a clearly articulated statement that outlines our intention in educating young people in a Catholic school in the Josephite tradition. Our education is dynamic and shaped by the leadership and action of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop, a woman of courage, faith and an irrepressible desire to change the lives and journey of the children. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Summary
Provide agile support across a range of tasks to enhance and streamline the library's operations, fostering a thriving learning space!
Location:
St Joseph's College - Coomera
Start date:
ASAP
Work hours:
***** hours per week
Salary:
$67,755 - $70,630 + super (School Salary Scale)
Status:
Term Time Continuing
Ad close date:
17 July ****
Contact:
************** | ****@
About the opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:
Providing a wide range of support to the classroom teacher or teacher librarian to effectively manage their availability, schedules and appointments.
Providing support to the classroom teacher or teacher librarian,



supervising small groups and individual students on specific learning activities.
Assisting the teacher librarian in preparing, implementing and supervising learning programs.
Collaborating with classroom teachers, students and families to support student learning outcomes, particularly for students with diverse learning needs.
Collaborating with school staff including teacher librarian, classroom teachers, learning support, leadership and IT to source and prepare resources and support joint activities.
Using various software applications and maintaining accurate records
Maintaining and editing the library catalogue (physical and digital), including cataloguing new resources, processing donations, and updating existing records.
Responding to enquiries and supporting customer service delivery
Coordinating parent volunteers and communicating with teachers and parents regarding borrowing requirements and overdue items.
Assisting in the development, maintenance and operation of systems and databases
Maintaining library systems, including stock control processes such as weeding, tracking and updating collection records.
Maintaining stock and issue expendable stores
Providing administrative support for circulation systems, including issuing and returning resources, shelving, book repairs and covering.
General administrative and operational support (This sits across multiple existing headings but best grouped practically)
Creating and maintaining library displays aligned to current topics and themes.
Assisting with library events such as Book Week and book fairs.
Maintaining a clean and organised library environment.
Assisting with photography
About you
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:
Strong organisational skills to manage schedules and appointments for teachers or teacher librarians
Proficiency in software applications for record-keeping, document drafting, and handling sensitive information
Effective communication skills to respond to inquiries and resolve issues promptly




Experience helping to develop, maintain, and improve systems and databases
Knowledge of filing and records management systems, including registers and databases
For this position you are not required to be Catholic.
Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:
Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.
Why choose BCE
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here:
The Rome Call for AI Ethics
and
Microsoft Australia News Centre
Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
Active staff social club and wellness programs
Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
Fitness Passport access - discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.
Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.
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📌 School Library Officer - St Joseph'S College, Coomera (Gold Coast)
🏢 Brisbane Catholic Education
📍 Gold Coast