Director of Library and Information Services

Brisbane Girls Grammar School

Brisbane Girls Grammar School establishes the educational foundation for girls and young women to contribute confidently to their world with wisdom, imagination, and integrity. One of Australia’s leading girls’ schools, Brisbane Girls Grammar School is an academically non-selective independent school, established in 1875 as one of Queensland’s original Grammar schools. The School’s curious, adventurous, and principled students are supported by a community of parents, alumnae and friends that values the finest traditions and aspirations in education.

About the Role

The Director of Library and Information Services provides strategic and operational leadership of the Senior School Library, ensuring it is a dynamic and innovative learning environment that enriches teaching and learning across the School. Working closely with the Assistant Deputy Principal (Academic), Faculty Directors and teaching staff, the Director leads the development of contemporary library services, information literacy programs and resource initiatives that support excellence in teaching and student learning.

The role is responsible for leading Library and Information Services staff, overseeing the Library's collections, systems, archives and learning spaces, and fostering a vibrant culture of reading, research and inquiry. The successful candidate will demonstrate contemporary knowledge of library and information services, together with the strategic capability to lead innovation and deliver initiatives that support the School's educational priorities and optimise learning outcomes for students.

Join Brisbane Girls Grammar School as our Director of Library and Information Services, commencing Term 1 2027.

About You

You are an accomplished educational leader with significant experience leading contemporary library and information services within a school or comparable educational environment.

You will bring:

• relevant qualifications in library and information services and teaching (a master’s degree is highly regarded)
• professional membership of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)
• demonstrated experience leading high-performing team and building collaborative partnerships
• strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of contemporary teaching and learning practices
• excellent communication, relationship-building and organisational skill
• a passion for promoting reading, research, information literacy and lifelong learning
• a commitment to contributing positively to a high-performing and collegial school culture.

Child Safety and Employment Requirements

Brisbane Girls Grammar School is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of every student in our care. The successful applicant will be required to comply with our Child Safety policies, Code of Conduct and Child Safety legislation.

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QTC).

How to Apply

Please submit:

• A cover letter addressed to the Principal, outlining your suitability for the role 
• A curriculum vitae
• Details of your education and qualifications
• Confirmation of Australian work rights 
• Professional referees.

Applications close: 9 am, Monday 31 August 2026.

For enquiries, please contact: Brigitte Bickham, Human Resources Manager T: 07 3332 1***

Please note:  Interviews may be conducted throughout the advertising period, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.