St Hilda's Collegiate School is seeking an engaging, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Librarian to lead the school-wide reading culture and foster a lifelong passion for literature and learning. This role is for someone who cares deeply about reading for pleasure and information literacy, with a genuine desire to improve outcomes for students and staff, using their passion for literature to ensure the Library remains relevant, vibrant, and accessible to the entire school community.
This position is for 20 hours per week, term time only. Exact hours are negotiable with the successful applicant. Remuneration for this position is set according to the terms and pay scales of the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement.
Key responsibilities
Drive reading engagement and foster information literacy across intermediate and secondary levels (Years 7–13)
Collaborate authentically with teaching and support staff to co-create and deliver purposeful Library programmes
Shape and curate a diverse library collection that reflects the dynamic needs of the community
Manage day-to-day library operational systems, cataloguing (Access-It), and resource circulation
Manage the annual library budget effectively and maintain accurate financial records
Organise promotions, events (such as Library Week), and mentor student Student Librarians and Prefects
About you
Be strongly relational, with a proven ability to collaborate authentically with teaching and support staff
Work closely with teachers to co-create and deliver purposeful Library programmes that genuinely meet learner needs
Have experience working with intermediate and secondary school students
Shape the library collection and services to successfully serve the diverse and dynamic needs of the community
Effectively manage Library systems and budgets
About us
At St Hilda's Collegiate School, we offer a supportive, collegial working environment where innovation and passion for learning are highly valued. You will play a pivotal role in nurturing a vibrant community where reading and research thrive.
We are a high-performing, State-integrated Anglican school providing a rich learning environment for 450 girls. Applicants must be supportive of the school's Anglican special character.
Please note that all staff members of schools within New Zealand are required to undergo police vetting. Appointment to this position will be made conditional upon receiving a satisfactory report, and police vetting is undertaken every three years following appointment. St Hilda's Collegiate School is an equal opportunities employer.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter to the Principal's Executive Assistant, Emma Jury - [email protected] by 12 noon on Thursday 19th November.