Head of Library and Information Services

Overview:Firbank Grammar School is seeking a dynamic and experienced educator to join our team as the Head of Library and Information Services, managing the operations of our 3 campus libraries.As a key leader within our school community, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of library management, information literacy, and digital resources to support student learning and academic excellence.Key Responsibilities:Curriculum Leadership: Collaborate with teaching staff to integrate library resources and technologies into curriculum planning, ensuring alignment with the Victorian Curriculum and IB PYP frameworks.Operational Management: Manage the day-to-day operations of the three campus libraries, including staffing, budgeting, collection development, and facilities management.Information Services: Develop and implement information literacy programs for students and teachers, promoting effective use of resources and responsible digital citizenship.Interaction with School Community: Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and faculty, providing training and support for optimal use of library services and resources.Qualifications and Skills:VIT registration.Tertiary qualifications in Education and a Master's degree in Teacher Librarianship.Experience in library management, curriculum development, and information literacy instruction.Knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum and the IB PYP programme.Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to be part of a team, including across campuses.Demonstrated use of and commitment to optimising learning technologies through the Learning Management System (LMS) and Office 365Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development.___________________________________________________________About Firbank Grammar SchoolFor more than 110 years Firbank Grammar has been at the forefront of teaching and learning, providing exceptional education and outstanding opportunities to its students. We offer world-class learning programs, activities and facilities to give our students the very best launchpad into the future. As a leading independent school in Melbourne, our students consistently achieve academically and in their co-curricular pursuits and are a part of a vibrant community that supports excellence. Firbank Grammar School is committed to ensure all relevant Child Protection and Safety laws, Ministerial Orders, regulations and standards in Victoria are upheld.Why Join Firbank?Inclusive and supportive culture.Opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Brighton.Access to professional development opportunities.Onsite cafe and use of swimming pool facilities.Salaries and packages paid well above Award level.Close proximity to public transport.Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Paid parental and partner leave schemes.Staff social groups and events.Annual collaborative and generative professional development and growth programJoin us at Firbank Grammar School and be a part of our vibrant community committed to excellence in education and student wellbeing.Position Description AUD Brighton 3186

Head of Library and Information Services

  • Opportunity to inspire students through literature, research and technology
  • Commencing Term 3, 2024 (Full time)
  • Beautiful Bayside location

Overview:

Firbank Grammar School is seeking a dynamic and experienced educator to join our team as the Head of Library and Information Services, managing the operations of our 3 campus libraries.

As a key leader within our school community, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of library management, information literacy, and digital resources to support student learning and academic excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Leadership: Collaborate with teaching staff to integrate library resources and technologies into curriculum planning, ensuring alignment with the Victorian Curriculum and IB PYP frameworks.

Operational Management: Manage the day-to-day operations of the three campus libraries, including staffing, budgeting, collection development, and facilities management.

Information Services: Develop and implement information literacy programs for students and teachers, promoting effective use of resources and responsible digital citizenship.

Interaction with School Community: Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and faculty, providing training and support for optimal use of library services and resources.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • VIT registration.
  • Tertiary qualifications in Education and a Master's degree in Teacher Librarianship.
  • Experience in library management, curriculum development, and information literacy instruction.
  • Knowledge of the Victorian Curriculum and the IB PYP programme.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to be part of a team, including across campuses.
  • Demonstrated use of and commitment to optimising learning technologies through the Learning Management System (LMS) and Office 365
  • Commitment to ongoing professional learning and development.

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About Firbank Grammar School

For more than 110 years Firbank Grammar has been at the forefront of teaching and learning, providing exceptional education and outstanding opportunities to its students. We offer world-class learning programs, activities and facilities to give our students the very best launchpad into the future. 

As a leading independent school in Melbourne, our students consistently achieve academically and in their co-curricular pursuits and are a part of a vibrant community that supports excellence. 

Firbank Grammar School is committed to ensure all relevant Child Protection and Safety laws, Ministerial Orders, regulations and standards in Victoria are upheld.

Why Join Firbank?

  • Inclusive and supportive culture.
  • Opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Brighton.
  • Access to professional development opportunities.
  • Onsite cafe and use of swimming pool facilities.
  • Salaries and packages paid well above Award level.
  • Close proximity to public transport.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Paid parental and partner leave schemes.
  • Staff social groups and events.
  • Annual collaborative and generative professional development and growth program

Join us at Firbank Grammar School and be a part of our vibrant community committed to excellence in education and student wellbeing.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact our HR Department at [email protected], quoting Ref No. 1171785.

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