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Library Assistant

Library Assistant

Albemarle Primary School

Wandsworth

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Salary:
Scale Point 1 £21,231 FTE
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
01/09/2020
Apply by:
17 July 2020

Job overview

For September 2020

Albemarle is a dynamic, emotionally intelligent primary school with a creative approach to education.

At Albemarle, reading lies at the heart of the curriculum and provides the children with life-long experiences.

A passion for reading is interwoven across all aspects of school life and empowers all learners (children and adults) to thrive.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic bookworm to inspire both children and staff to extend and enrich the wonderful world of books.

We are looking for a Library Assistant to manage and develop our libraries and to support staff in instilling a love of reading and learning across the whole school community. 

You will need to have a passion for reading and the ability to inspire and engage our  children.

You will need to be motivated, have excellent communication and organisation skills, have a flexible and calm approach and be able to respond to the needs of the children. You will embrace the vision for how learning can be supported and extended. You will need to have a genuine interest in books from all cultures or an interest to learn more. As our newly appointed library assistant, you will have the opportunity to be part of a school working party where we discuss reading strategies and materials.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated, creative, approachable and preferably able to demonstrate experience with young people. Key tasks include assisting staff with library lessons, as well as supervising children. 

We offer:

• A caring and supportive whole school community, culturally diverse and inclusive

• A supportive, warm and welcoming ethos

• Happy and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn

• A commitment to your professional development

We welcome visits to the school by prospective candidates. To arrange a visit please contact the school office by calling 0208 788 3170 or emailing recruitment@albemarle.wandsworth.sch.uk

Closing date: Friday 17th July 2020 at 12.00 noon.

CVs are not accepted. Previous applicants need not apply.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Work Pattern: 15 hours per week, term-time only, Mon-Fri 11:30 - 2:30 

Starting at Scale Point 1  £21,231 per annum (FTE) 

Actual starting salary: £7,602 per annum


About Albemarle Primary School

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