Secondary School Librarian
Doha College
Qatar
- Expired
- Salary:
- Tax-Free
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2017
- Apply by:
- 24 August 2017
Job overview
Doha College is one of the oldest British curriculum schools in Qatar providing a world class education for 1914 students between the ages of 3 and 18, who represent over 72 nationalities. Established in 1980, the college was originally opened to meet the demand for a British-style education, and continues to operate under the sponsorship of the British Embassy on a not-for-profit basis.
Primary Objective of Role:
Primary objective of this role is supervise the day to day running of the Library in Secondary, ensuring effective services to students and staff, in line with Doha College Vision, Mission and Core Values.
Accountability and Responsibilities:
- Successful candidate will be responsible for developing and supervising the Library in the Secondary school, creating a stimulating learning environment for students;
- Overseeing the issue and discharge of books and other materials, including the preparation and dispatching of overdue letters;
- Participate in Library professional organisations and activities (i.e. membership, conference, meetings and group discussions, book fairs, seminar- workshops, etc.) to keep abreast with the current trends of Librarianship.
Experience, Knowledge and Skills:
- Librarianship / Information Studies Degree or equivalent qualification.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- Positive approach to problem solving.
- Experience of working with children in a similar capacity.
- Prior experience managing or working in a learning resource centre or library is preferable but not essential.
- The successful applicant will be a reliable and enthusiastic individual with experience of promoting a passion for inquiry and effective research skills. Well-developed organisational and communication skills are a prerequisite. We are looking for the right balance between experience, enthusiasm and a passion for reading and books, which will inspire our students.
Special Circumstances:
- None
*** Only candidates with a family sponsorship, currently residing in Qatar will be considered.***
Instructions to Apply:
Candidates must download the Doha College application form and submit the same through our website. The completed form will have to be uploaded as an attachment.
Doha College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced criminal record check.
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About Doha College
As one of the oldest British Schools in Qatar, Doha College boasts a rich history of educational excellence based on firmly embedded values, a passion for learning and an international environment that inspires through its sheer diversity. We are the first school in the world to be honoured with the High-Performance Learning (HPL) accreditation, as well as the first school in Qatar to be accredited under the new Council of British International Schools (COBIS) Patron’s Accreditation and Compliance Scheme.
Originally opened in 1980, the school continues to operate under the sponsorship of the British Embassy on a not-for-profit basis, featuring over 2,000 students, aged 3 -18, from 68 different nationalities. We are truly an international school teaching the well-respected British curriculum offering IGCSE, AS and A levels in a wide range of subjects.
Benefitting from a 90,000m² state-of-the-art campus that opened in September 2020, we offer cutting-edge facilities and inspiring learning environments that feature dedicated zones for Primary and Secondary, as well as expansive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, drama studios and swimming pools. Our world-class campus allows future generations of Doha College students to thrive and unlock their full potential in an environment that is fit for the learning needs of the 21st century.
Doha College’s salary and benefits package is recognised as one of the best in the Middle East. Our staff receive a generous tax-free salary, a monthly accommodation allowance, an annual flight allowance and a substantial settling-in allowance. We have a comprehensive onboarding and orientation programme, providing support at every step of the process, which allows new staff to effectively navigate the challenges that come with an international move. Doha College also offers an enormous CPD budget, allowing our staff to multiply their talent and pursue further education and training courses within Qatar and around the world.
A combination of old-world hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication means that Qatar is a country like no other and its capital Doha is a city that has something for everyone. Whether you will be looking to move with your family or to come on your own, you are guaranteed a warm welcome.
In keeping with our motto Excellence for All, Excellence from All, we foster outstanding relationships from which both, students and staff, draw their ambition to do well and make a lasting contribution to College life and society as a whole - so why not apply and join our team.
Vision
To enable personal growth, instil a passion for learning and create aspirational minds.
Mission
With the growth-mindset philosophy of High-Performance Learning, we develop confidence, creativity and intellectual curiosity in a safe, caring and inclusive environment for our students to make a lasting contribution to global society.
Core Values
- Excellence and diligence
- Respect and Integrity
- Commitment and Accountability
- Perseverance and Honesty
- Fun and Enjoyment
- Challenge and reward
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Safeguarding and Child Protection
Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found here.
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