Teacher Librarian - Rutherford Public School
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
Library
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
9 September 2026
Posted 27 Aug 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-6
School staff (FTE)
67.6
56.7 teaching · 10.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
17.8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,007
Indigenous students
24%
Language other than English
12%
Girls vs boys
489 girls · 518 boys
Socio-educational background
Below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Position Information
Rutherford Public School is a large, vibrant and inclusive K–6 school located within the Maitland Principal Network on the land of the Wonnarua People. In 2026, the school has an enrolment of approximately 1,035 students from diverse backgrounds, with 21% of students identifying as Aboriginal. Guided by our motto “Together We Strive” and the values of Respect, Responsibility, Personal Best and Safety, we are committed to ensuring every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their best.
The school has a strong focus on high-quality teaching, literacy and numeracy, wellbeing, inclusion and high potential and gifted education. Students benefit from a broad range of opportunities including an Opportunity Class, extension and enrichment programs, creative arts, sport, instrumental music, debating, public speaking, student leadership, technolog…