Library Programs Lead - Early Years

at  Brimbank City Council

LIBRARY PROGRAMS LEAD - EARLY YEARS

Closing date: 28/07/2024 11:45 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Location: Brimbank Community & Civic Centre
Department: Community Learning and Participation
Compensation: Library Band 6A 35 Hour Week AUD $93,235.45 - $101,108.52
Employment type: Permanent Full Time
Library Programs Lead - Early Years
Band 6
Permanent
Full time 35 hours per week with Fortnightly RDO
Brimbank Libraries is a dynamic public library service in Melbourne’s western suburbs delivering a range of services and programs to the community to support lifelong learning, literacy and social connection.

• We are seeking an Early Years professional who is committed to nurturing curious and creative young minds, offering engaging learning programs and weekly activities that foster a love for learning to:
• Deliver excellent direct customer service at all service points as rostered across opening hours, including weekends and evenings
• Lead a diverse team to plan, deliver and evaluate a range of library programs, including literacy, cultural, STEAM and parenting activities, that result in positive literacy, learning and social connection outcomes for children 0-5 years, their family and carers
• Provide support in the management of the libraries print and digital collections
• Lead and build capacity in program development and delivery
• Provide reader’s advisory services to foster a love of reading and learning
• Develop and enhance collaborative partnerships with Council work units, early years education providers and early years focused organisations to deliver a range of sustainable programs and services.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where children and their family / carers feel welcome, valued, supported, and encouraged to explore their interests and needs.
• Utilise technology and digital resources to enhance library services, including online learning platforms, educational apps, and virtual programming.