Assistant Librarian

The Grey Coat Hospital, founded in 1698, is a Church of England school for girls aged eleven to eighteen with a mixed Sixth Form. The historic foundation of the school and its current ethos are rooted in a confident and generous Christian faith and practice, which welcomes students and staff of all backgrounds and beliefs. 

This ‘outstanding’ voluntary-aided Church of England Girls’ school has the following vacancy for September 2024:

Assistant Librarian

(Term time only, 36 hours per week 08.00 to 4.30)

Salary circa £26,000 per annum depending on qualifications and skills.

The Library plays an important role in encouraging the strong reading culture of the school, by providing a wide range of resources and activities for both students and staff. The Assistant Librarian's duties include issuing and returning of library books, aiding students in the use of the library resources and processing new stock. The successful applicant will be customer-focused, interested in libraries and the education of young people, and competent in IT systems.  

Individual Responsibilities include: 

·        Deputising for the Librarian when necessary

·        Staffing the Upper School Library on a rota basis

·        Processing new stock, and carrying out basic repairs

·        Maintaining the Library blog under direction of the Librarian

·        Checking deliveries and keeping stock record up to date

The Assistant Librarian will work with the Librarian to: 

·        Provide excellent frontline service through staffing the desk and answering queries

from students and staff

·        Promote awareness and use of physical and online resources

·        Maintain stock relevance through regular weeding and stocktaking

·        Provide displays, competitions, and book lists

·        Manage the Pupil Librarian scheme

·        Foster a quiet atmosphere for study

·        Collaborate with colleagues across the school in Library events and projects 

Other duties as directed by the Librarian to ensure the efficient and effective running of the school library 

Opportunities will be given for further training and responsibilities within the Library, including special projects and student clubs.

For further information, please refer to the links on our website www.gch.org.uk. 

Please address any additional queries to: recruitment@gch.org.uk.

Closing date for applications: Friday 5th July 2024 at 12 noon

Interviews week commencing 8th July 2024

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all posts. Please note CVs will not be accepted.