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About this job
Position Information
Werrington Public School is a medium sized public school situated in the outer western suburbs of Sydney in the Penrith local government area. It has an enrolment of approximately 516 students in 2026 in twenty-one mainstream classes and five support classes for students with physical and multi-categorical disabilities. 12.5% of enrolled students identify as Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander. 31% of enrolled students are from a language background other than English, Werrington Public School also supports a number of families from a refugee background. Werrington Public School implements evidence-based teaching and learning programs. Our school is a Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) school. Werrington Public School is identified as serving a community with a socio-economic disadvantage. Our school learning support centre offers specialist programs for students who are experiencing difficulty with aspects of their learning or development and has links to the Wellbeing Health In Reach Nurse (WHIN) program.
Following a detailed situational analysis and consultation process the key initiatives to ensure student and school success at Werrington Public School are:
Student growth and attainment - Numeracy;
Student growth and attainment – Literacy; and
Wellbeing and Partnerships.
The Teacher Librarian is responsible for managing and maintaining a vibrant, inclusive, and well-resourced library that functions as a flexible, technology-rich learning environment supporting students across all stages. Working collaboratively with classroom teachers, the Teacher Librarian develops and delivers curriculum-aligned programs that enhance literacy, numeracy, and research skills. The role promotes student engagement and wellbeing through inclusive practices and proactive behaviour management strategies that support learners from diverse backgrounds. Through explicit teaching of information literacy, digital citizenship, and critical thinking, the Teacher Librarian empowers students to become independent and ethical users of information. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building collaborative relationships with staff, students, parents/carers, and the broader community. The role also involves leading innovative initiatives that elevate the library’s role as a central learning hub, incorporating emerging technologies and supporting student learning.
Specific Selection Criteria
Approval to teach K-6 and approval to teach Primary Library, or currently undertaking or currently enrolled in Teacher Librarian qualifications approved by the NSW Department of Education.
Ability to learn and effectively use Oliver, the primary school library management system, including understanding budget processes, technology use, and the organisation of library resources.
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across the school, help colleagues access information, and stay up-to-date with the latest information management and information technology trends.
Proven ability to evaluate, select, acquire, catalogue and maintain a diverse range of high-quality resources in multiple formats, including digital tools, online databases and print collections, to support curriculum implementation, inclusive of Aboriginal Culture and Histories, High Potential and Gifted Education, and diverse student learning needs.
Conditions
An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.
Special Notes
Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.
About the NSW Department of Education
The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, neurodiverse people and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details provided above. For more information, visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion
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