Position: Library Assistant
Commencement Date: As soon as possible
Employment Status: Term-time continuing
Hours per week: 25 hpw
Hourly Rate: School Officer Level 3 - $34.19 - $35.64 (pending experience)
Applications Close: Monday, 3 August 2026
About us
Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.
Your Role
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and enthusiastic persons for the position of Library Assistant to join the staff at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, North Rockhampton. This is a term-time continuing position for 25 hpw, for immediate commencement.
Typical duties include:-
- Organise and coordinate Book Fairs and Book Club
- Process student and teacher borrowing and process bulk loans
- Disseminate library information to staff
- Reinforce strict borrowing procedures for both staff and students
- Under the direction of the Principal purchase library resources
- Attend Library Cluster Meetings or Diocesan Library Conferences/Video Conferences when necessary
- Maintain the library as an attractive and inviting space for learners
- Shelve and circulate library resources, cover books and perform general maintenance on library resources
- Cull resources under the guidance of the Principal
- Assist staff in locating library resources
- Assist students in locating library resources
- Create and maintain an inventory of technology resources
- Organise library working bees when needed
- Set up displays in the library
For more information please view the Position Description.
In this role you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students, supporting their growth and development in a supportive and nurturing environment.
About you
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals who are passionate about education and working with students.
Applications are welcome from anyone who would support the school's ethos and possess the following are encouraged to apply:
- understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school
- a genuine interest in supporting the learning and development of students
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality in dealing with young people and their needs
- the ability to work well either individually or collaboratively in a team and to accept direction and support
- genuine care for the wellbeing of students
- adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic educational setting
- tertiary qualifications at Certificate level or equivalent knowledge, qualifications and experience relevant to this role would be highly regarded
Experience in a similar role or working with children is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.
We look forward to receiving your application and are sure that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.
What we offer
- Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 3 - $34.19 - $35.64 (pending experience)
- Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
- Modern facilities and resources
Mandatory Requirements
- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
- Australian work rights
How to Apply
Please review our How To Apply Online Guide
- Complete the application below
- Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
- Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
- Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
Further information
- For a confidential conversation please contact Sheila Challacombe, Principal, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Rockhampton, 07 4994 8210.
- For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services [email protected]
- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Monday, 3 August 2026.
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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