Learning Support Librarian

Be challenged and imagine with us

As a Learning Support Librarian, you’ll work closely with students and academic staff to develop and deliver information literacy support, both in person and online, and provide expert guidance on scholarly resources and copyright.

You will support student success and academic excellence by connecting the University community with the information, tools, and skills they need.

In this role you will:

• Deliver tailored information literacy and library skills sessions within courses in collaboration with academic staff and Teaching Liaison Librarians.
• Provide face-to-face and online support to students through individual consultations and group workshops.
• Assist in developing and maintaining online learning resources to support self-directed learning.

This continuing position is full time and will be located at our Central Coast Campuses (both Ourimbah and Gosford), on Darkinjung Land.

How will you inspire us?

You will have:

• Familiarity with, or experience in, student support in an academic library setting, or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support diverse student and academic audiences both online and in person.
• Confidence using digital tools and technologies to create learning resources and deliver services across multiple platforms and locations.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position is from $80,972 to $93,929 + 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience. 

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• 17% super and salary packaging.
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal, life, and parental leave, annual leave loading, and additional purchased leave scheme.
• Discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more.
• A range of support and wellbeing programs.

For more information on benefits and conditions, please follow this link.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

Your next steps

Important information before you apply:

• If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ (or equivalent) to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy from the Related Documents section before commencing your application.
• Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Your application:

Your application must include:

• Your resume.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below (these may differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the below in your application).

1. Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or completion of an associate diploma and at least 2 years subsequent relevant work experience; or completion of a post-trades certificate or advanced certificate and extensive relevant experience as a technician; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
2. Demonstrated ability to assist with the development and delivery of information literacy programs, across a variety of formats and modes.
3. Sound knowledge of the academic library environment and trends relating to teaching, learning and research.
4. Highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to participate in a team environment demonstrating clear communication and mutual respect.
5. Sound knowledge of information resources in all forms and demonstrated experience and skills in accessing, utilising, and promoting these resources.
6. Demonstrated ability to prioritise work, manage time and workloads, solve problems and maintain attention to detail when managing competing demands from multiple stakeholders.
7. Knowledge of, and experience in adhering to workplace policies and procedures in the areas of work health safety, equity, diversity and promoting a respectful workplace culture.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 3 pages.

We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free. If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or to submit an application, please reach out to employment@newcastle.edu.au.

We also seek to provide a fair chance to all applicants by providing reasonable adjustments where required during the assessment and interview phases of the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For specific position enquiries, please contact Alison Jordan, Manager, Academic Engagement on (02) 4921 6924 or via email at alison.jordan@newcastle.edu.au

Having technical difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au Please note, we do not accept email applications.

Closing date: Monday 16 June 2025 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do. 

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

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