Librarian

Scale: NJC 09

Working Weeks: 38.6 (term-time only) to include inset days

Hours per week: Mon -Fri : 08.30am -16.00pm (30min unpaid lunch break) 35hrs

Actual Salary: £21718.71

Part-time applications will also be considered.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative and experienced Librarian. The successful candidate will be an effective team player with the ability to nurture a passion for reading.

KEY SKILLS

• Liaise with Head of Department to ensure that the resources meet the curriculum and information needs of pupils and that the stock reflects a variety of media needs for pupils of all ages and abilities                                                                                                         
• Develop and deliver promotional activities for the Library
• Operate an issue and return of books service
•  Classify, catalogue and process new books and other resources
• Identify damaged stock and repair existing stock as necessary
• Withdraw from stock as necessary
• Arrange stock in an orderly and secure manner
• Undertake routine administrative duties such as overdue books                                                
•  Supervision of the Library during the school day, during breaks and before and after school
• Dealing with all enquiries from pupils and encouraging reluctant pupils to utilise the facilities       
• Promoting the Learning Resource Centre in and around the school and encouraging reading for pleasure by facilitating reading groups, participating in external initiatives, and organising extracurricular activities such as author visits

At our Academy, we promote the values of the Sikh community: serving others, humility, achievement, respect and equality. We are a school which has perfected the balance between our British heritage and the Sikh ethos. As a result, we welcome staff from a range of backgrounds and faiths to join our vibrant and inclusive environment.

"Our children must be at the heart of every decision we make. I am aware of the responsibility that my staff and I have in ensuring that we deliver the highest standards of teaching and learning across the MAT. I strongly believe in creating opportunities for children to build their enthusiasm for learning". (Mr. J. Sidhu - Executive Principal).

We are a happy Academy with delightful, enthusiastic pupils, excellent hard working staff, supportive parents and loyal governors.  If you are interested in investing in your future alongside that of our future generations, then this is the School for you.

Thank you for the interest you have shown in the role of Librarian. Please note the closing date for applications is 25th July 2023. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.