Careers at TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Librarian (Grade 1)

Permanent part time, 2.5 days per week (17.5 hours) at Padstow Campus

Plus the creation of a talent pool for the locations of: Bankstown, Baulkham Hills, Castle Hill, Granville, Lidcombe and Padstow

$85,313 - $111,461 salary package - includes base salary ($75,164 - $98,202), plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading – paid pro-rata for part-time

At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.

That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.

Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish. 

We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work and inspire our performance.   

We invest in our people

At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.

We provide you with tools and ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and a variety of flexible working options.

About the role

As a Librarian at TAFE NSW, you’ll be the go‑to expert who connects students with the information, tools, and confidence they need to thrive. You’ll deliver dynamic, customer‑focused support, both in person and online, helping learners build strong information literacy skills and navigate a wide range of digital and physical resources with ease.

You’ll collaborate with teaching teams, champion our collections and digital guides, and promote innovative library services that inspire engagement across campus. If you’re energised by helping others learn, love staying ahead of emerging technologies, and enjoy shaping a modern, impactful library experience, this is a role where you’ll make a real difference every day.

While the primary location for this role is the Padstow campus, there may be occasional requirements to provide relief at other libraries within the Western Sydney Central Library Network.

About You 

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality library and information services.

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you: 

• Hold a graduate or post graduate library qualification: You are eligible for Associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Check for your qualification on the ALIA Website or contact ALIA to confirm
• Bring strong expertise: You have a solid understanding of library and information service principles, concepts, and theory.
• Are tech-savvy and future-focused: You’re confident with library systems, including, but not limited to circulation, inventory, reporting and analytics and emerging technologies, including digital literacy and AI. You’re also capable of supporting others in developing these skills.
• Thrive in dynamic environments: You’re adaptable and willing to travel on occasions to support service continuity with the network.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Role Description.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks. If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!

Applications close 11.55pm AEDT Monday 2 March 2026

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable, (upload as one PDF file). Certified copies preferred; these will be required if successful for the role.
• Response to the targeted question when prompted in the application form (max. 300 words)

Targeted Question: Tell us about a situation where you helped someone navigate or learn a technology, they were not confident using. How did you ensure clear communication and deliver a customer‑focused outcome? What was achieved?

Additional Information:

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: 
Contact Linda Dewbery, Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at Linda.Dewbery1@tafensw.edu.au or phone 02 7921 5811

Role-specific enquiries: 
Contact Ben Carter, Library Network Lead, via email at benjamin.carter35@tafensw.edu.au or phone 02 79210190

For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW. 

This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.

To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.