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We are looking for a Library Assistant to join our Primary Library.

The Library Assistant (K-6) is central to our Primary library, creating a warm and welcoming place for our entire School community. More than just helping to facilitate our students engaging in the services of the library, they play a key role in fostering a love of reading and literacy for students of all ages, interests and abilities. This is achieved through their everyday interactions with students, providing support to our teachers inside and outside of the classroom and creating engaging displays to encourage students to try different genres, titles and mediums. 

The Library Assistant (K-6) ensures the efficiency and effectiveness of operations within the physical library, allowing the Head of Library & Information Services (K-6) to focus on library learning programs, curriculum support and literacy and literature promotion. 

In addition to the standard duties of a library assistant, (which include operating our library “help desk” and assisting with borrowing and returning), the Library Assistant (K-6) also provides classroom & small group support, assisting with library and whole school events and creating fun and engaging displays in the library.

This is a permanent, part-time (0.8FTE), term-time only position available from the start of Term 2, 24 April 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. 

The suitable candidate will have an Australian-recognised library technician/assistant qualification, hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) and have experience in a similar role and/or school environment. Experience or qualifications as a Teacher’s Aide would be highly regarded but are not essential

For a full overview of this exciting opportunity, you can view the role description at https://www.emanuelschool.nsw.edu.au/about-our-school/employment/

About Our School

Emanuel is an independent, co-educational, Jewish day school from preschool to Year 12, situated in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. We value the individuality of all students and encourage the development of their special interests and talents. Our objective is to extend our students to the best of their ability, and to foster a love of learning, a strong sense of community and a pride in their Jewish heritage.  We strive to create an environment in which genuine acceptance and understanding can develop. These concepts are reflected in the School motto “Mind, Spirit, Being”.

Emanuel School is small enough to provide an individual, nurturing environment and large enough to provide a wide range of subjects and opportunities for our students. Emanuel School is a dynamic learning community within an intimate learning environment delivering strong academic outcomes. The School occupies the Stanley Street site with around 880 students from Preschool to Year 12, comprising a two-stream K-4 and three streams thereafter. The School’s commitment to excellence, quality, service and value ensures that it continually improves the delivery of all its programs for the benefit of its students. There are many opportunities for students to participate in a wide range of activities and students have a strong commitment to community service.