This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2026

Eastern Goldfields Education Support Centre (EGESC) provides specialised education for high school students with mild, moderate, or severe intellectual disabilities, as well as students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who have exceptionally high educational needs. Many of our students also present with additional complex conditions that require support.

EGESC is co-located with Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School (KBCHS), in South Kalgoorlie. While sharing a site, EGESC operates as a distinct Education Support Centre, with its own staff, leadership, and tailored programs focused on student engagement, WA curriculum, functional skill development, and post-school pathways.

Find out more about our school by visiting easterngoldfieldsesc.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

As a Library Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring that the library is running smoothly and providing excellent reference, information, and associated services to students, staff, and parents. You will have the opportunity to supervise the day-to-day operations of the library and take charge of maintaining and processing library resources, making them easily accessible to all. You will conduct library skills training, helping students and staff to make the most of the resources available to them.

Additionally, you will assist in selecting program and age-appropriate materials, ensuring that the library has the resources needed to support the curriculum and the needs of the students and staff.

In addition to these responsibilities, you will be responsible for preparing and monitoring the library budget, making recommendations for new resources, and coordinating library visits. You will also provide technical advice on the library's IT system and supervise staff and students.





This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for libraries and the desire to take their skills to the next level. You will have the chance to work in a dynamic and stimulating environment and make a real difference in the lives of students and staff.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Janekke Higgins, Manager Corporate Services on (08) 9092 0000 or emailing [email protected].

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [email protected] during the advertising period.

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility To work with us, you must:

- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.





Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include

- A CV of up to one to four (1-4) pages outlining your employment history and skilled learning summary relevant to this position; and
- A one to four (1-4) page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated good verbal and written communication skills, including application of customer service principles and practices.
- Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and ability to work unsupervised and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to use computers and a range of application software packages, particularly databases, spread sheets and word processing.
- Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support with the ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1063745

Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 11 September 2026

📌 Library Officer (Esperance)
🏢 Department of Education, Western Australia
📍 Esperance