Occupation: Education and training

Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs

Reference: 1552062

Location Profile

Glen Waverley Secondary College is a high-performing, inclusive, and dynamic learning community, proudly educating roughly 2400 students from Years 7 to 12 in Melbourne's eastern suburbs.

Our vision,Growing respectful, responsible, resilient global citizens who value diversity and lifelong learning; is enacted through our values of Respect, Diversity, Commitment, Perseverance, and Accomplishment. These values are embedded in daily practice, guide decision-making, and are celebrated through theGain Wisdom Merit Program, which recognises students who exemplify our school values.

We provide a secure, supportive, and orderly environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best. Our teaching and learning programs are underpinned by evidence-based practice, ongoing professional learning, and a commitment to high expectations for all students. As aRespectful Relationships Lead School, we foster a culture of respect, equality, and inclusion, ensuring that positive relationships are central to our school community. We actively value student voice and agency, recognising that student perspectives help shape learning, wellbeing, and the broader school experience.

We offer an extensive range of co-curricular opportunities, including our renowned Instrumental Music Program, competitive sport, peer support, visual and performing arts, science and technology competitions, and a thriving student leadership program. These experiences enrich learning, build confidence, and foster a solid sense of belonging.

Glen Waverley Secondary College is a culturally rich and globally connected school community.



We value the contributions of our families, alumni, and community partners, who work with us to provide real-world learning experiences and support student growth beyond the classroom.

With a proud history of academic excellence and a vibrant culture of participation, Glen Waverley Secondary College is a school of choice, where students are empowered to learn, lead, and succeed.

Selection Criteria

SC1 Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

SC3 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4 Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.

SC5 Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

SC6 A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Role

Typical Duties & Knowledge

Duties will be performed under the direction of the Teacher/Librarian.

These include:

- Service and support to all staff, students and local community.
- Communicate in a friendly,



supportive, efficient manner with all members of the GWSC community.
- Answering telephone and external queries. Ability to satisfy needs of person calling in a courteous, friendly manner and ensure messages are conveyed as soon as possible to the person concerned.
- Set up opening procedures & circulation desk to begin the day.
- Daily housekeeping and backup of all computer records.
- Knowledge of access IT information management system desirable.
- Liaise with Business Manager re invoices and order in relation to resources bought by faculties and the library.
- Keep up to date records (database) of annual subscriptions and costs associated with the Information Services.
- Keep up to date information of recurring annual purchases required by Faculties.
- Computer data input. Ability to enter data so that the library collection is accurately recorded and accessible to all users.
- Maintenance and recording of newspaper, periodical and exam collection. Ability to process the newspaper and periodical collection accurately so that itis accessible to those who reed and use it.
- Ability to liaise with customer support for library system & IT support (GWSC) to maintain the information management systems & equipment operating within the library.
- Ability to organize and plan effectively. Needs to be flexible to be involved in a range of information services & activities.
- Attend and participate in library meetings and networks meetings (where relevant).
- Act as a back up to library desk duties when timetabled library assistants are absent.
- Processing of all news books and non book items. Ability to accura

📌 Library Assistant (Australia)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Australia