Librarian

Librarian

St Georgeʼs British International School is seeking an organised, proactive and student-centric Librarian to lead the daily operation and development of the school library, fostering a love of reading, research and independent reading across the school community.

School Accolades

• Top 10 Private Schools in Europe, Spears Index (2025, 2024) 

• Top 15 Schools in Europe: Schools Index by Carfax (2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020)

• Finalist, British International School of the Year, International Schools of the Year Awards (October 2024)

• Top 100 IB Schools in the World (Summer 2025 Examination Session)

• British School Overseas (BSO) Accredited Status (2024 - 2027)

• COBIS Accredited Member with Double Beacon Status (Learning & Teaching, Governance) (2023)

• Newcastle United Foundation Football School (the Club and Foundation’s first International School partner)

• ABRSM Partner Programme School (Second Worldwide International School Partner)

• AFEC (Athlete Friendly Education Centre) School (one of just 40 worldwide)

• UAL Art & Design Foundation Diploma Accreditation (one of only 4 centres outside of the UK) 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the Library as a resource centre incorporating print, online and e-learning resources and support the teaching and learning across the school 

• Oversee the procurement of resources for all the campus libraries and manage the budget prudently

• Liaise with accounts with regard to invoicing for lost /damaged stock across all three campus libraries

•  Effectively liaise with academic departments and in consultation with senior academic leaders to collate the procurement needs for learning resources

• Have a creative vision of how spaces can be enhanced and used effectively to encourage learning in the library and throughout the  Senior School

• Have the ability to engage staff through outreach activities so that the school's central learning resource is used actively across the whole school

• Ensure reading and reference materials meet the needs and interests of learners and teachers

• Develop and implement the Library development plan in consultation with members of the Strategy Team

• Promote the library and reading through displays, communications and co-curriculum activities

• Develop and deliver information, literacy sessions and research skills  for staff and pupils across all levels

• Support Y6 to Y7 transition activities, as required

• Contribute to the further development of the academic integrity  policy

• Develop the library's contribution to literacy programmes and all other whole school reading initiatives, in order to inspire and enthuse students to read widely, including ensuring all students have timetabled access to the library

• Be responsible for ensuring the library and its resources are making an appropriate contribution to the CAS programme

• Develop strong parent/community learning links

• Link closely with the City Centre and La Storta  Junior School campus libraries  to ensure there is parity for pupils and staff in the availability of resources and to ensure a cohesive vision relating to library provision.

• Work closely with the librarians at the City Centre and La Storta campuses in relation to library events (e.g. visiting authors; library contribution to whole school weeks and significant calendar days)

• Develop and run induction programmes on Library Resource Centre for new staff and pupils

• Manage the Library Resource Centre 's budget

• Manage the school's textbook loan scheme

• Regularly audit library stock and remove obsolete, damaged or inappropriate material from collections

• Oversee reordering / replacements of stock as appropriate

• Carry out any other duties that are commensurate with the nature of the position

• Attend all meetings and INSET as required

Personal Skills

• Enthusiastic and passionate about education with a sound understanding of UK best practice

• Flexible and adaptable to the varied demands of working in a world-class school environment

• Proactive in all aspects of school life

• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

• Creative and innovative across and beyond the curriculum

• Able to work successfully under pressure, with excellent organisational skills

• Reliable and respectful

• Able to demonstrate a positive and proactive attitude towards participation in professional

• development and the school’s induction and appraisal processes

• Able to present a professional image in line with the high expectations of St George’s

• A talented communicator, orally and in writing

• Other appropriate duties as notified by the Principal or Head of Senior School

Formal Qualifications / Experience

• A good UK Honours Degree (or equivalent) 

• Experience in library management (desireable)

How to Apply

Reference Number                                   260501

Application Deadline                 Monday 25 May 2026,  4.00pm CEST

Start Date                                                             1 September 2026

Availability (full-time/part-time) Full-time

Contract 1-year contract with the potential for a permanent position from Year 2

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date. Early application is strongly encouraged. 

Please complete an online application form via  St George's School Rome website Shortlisted candidates will have references taken up prior to interview.

Supporting Statement

1. The Supporting Statement is an instrumental part of our shortlisting process and should address and detail: the reason you are applying for the role, why you feel that you are a suitable candidate for the role to which you are applying, your skills and experience, and an explanation of any gaps in employment during your career.

   Additional Application Guidance

2. The Education and Qualifications section of the application form must be completed in full (including grades obtained). References provided should always include your current employer. If you are currently working in education, please note that your first referee must be the Headteacher/Principal of the school that you are currently employed with.

   School Policies

   Applicants to St George’s should be familiar with the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy available at St George's School Rome website . A copy of the Staff Code of Conduct and Whistleblowing Policy will be made available to shortlisted candidates. 

   Conditional Offer of Appointment

   Any offer to a successful candidate will be conditional upon the following:

   1. Verification of identity, qualifications and professional status

   2. A safeguarding check

   3. Receipt of at least three satisfactory references (one of which should be from your current or most recent Principal, Head of School or line manager)

   4. Verification of medical fitness (completion of a medical declaration)

   5. Social media screening 

Non-EU applicants will be required to produce their university transcript with courses taken and final grade of their first Degree.

Remuneration

Package details will be available to shortlisted candidates upon request. 

Equal Opportunities

St George's is an equal opportunities employer and is fully committed to a policy of treating all its employees and job applicants equally. Discrimination will not be made on the grounds of age, race, religion, disability, marital status, gender, re-assigned gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other basis.