Junior School Teacher Librarian
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Library
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
1 November 2026
Posted 16 Oct 2026
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Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
256
164 teaching · 92 non-teaching
Students per teacher
7.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,182
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
17%
Girls vs boys
1,182 girls · boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Ascham is one of the world’s leading girls’ schools, and since its foundation in 1886 has educated girls who develop into confident, independent, compassionate young women. Ascham is an inclusive, day and boarding school for students in years P-12, within a warm, welcoming and collaborative environment.
We value staff who demonstrate a positive, proactive approach to their work and have a willingness to participate in the life of the School. We look for energetic, dedicated and capable staff who are full of ideas; embrace a fast-paced environment; and demonstrate initiative, empathy and professionalism to help the School achieve its strategic objectives.
About this Role
We are keen to find an exceptional Teacher Librarian for our Junior School students in ‘Fiona’ which is our school for students in years 3 to 6. This is a permanent full-time role commencing in Term 1, 2027. If you can ignite an enduring passion for reading and literature, explicitly teach advanced information literacy skills, and collaborate across campuses to ensure curriculum continuity we’d love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
- Inspire a vibrant reading culture by promoting a love of literature and engaging students in reading for pleasure, wellbeing and learning.
- Lead Book Week and other literary events, creating memorable experiences that celebrate books, authors and storytelling.
- Design and teach an engaging Years 3–6 Information Literacy program, equipping students with research, inquiry and digital citizenship skills.
- Collaborate with teachers to integrate literature, information literacy and inqui…