School Librarian

Location: Lister Community School

Salary: NJC Scale S02 point 26 to 28 (depending on experience)

Contract: Full Time, Term Time

Reports to: Assistant Headteacher

Responsible for: Assistant Librarians and, on occasion, Learning Support Assistants (LSAs)

Please note applications will be considered on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and interview and appoint candidates before the advertised closing date.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and forward-thinking School Librarian to lead and develop our Learning Resource Centre (LRC) into a vibrant, inclusive and inspiring environment that supports teaching, learning and student development.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate literacy and learning professional to play a central role in shaping the school’s reading culture and ensuring that students have access to high-quality resources, information and opportunities to develop independent learning skills.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic development and day-to-day management of the LRC, ensuring that it remains a welcoming, safe and well-resourced hub at the heart of school life. Working closely with curriculum teams, senior leaders, students and external partners, the postholder will develop the library’s role in supporting academic achievement, literacy development and lifelong learning.

The School Librarian will lead reading interventions, develop information literacy programmes, manage library resources and budgets, support staff development and coordinate library staff and volunteers to maximise the impact of the LRC across the school community.

The Role

As School Librarian, you will:

• Lead and develop the strategic vision for the Learning Resource Centre, ensuring it supports the school’s priorities for teaching, learning and literacy.
• Manage the day-to-day operation of the school library, maintaining an efficient, safe and engaging environment for students and staff.
• Develop and maintain a high-quality collection of resources that supports the curriculum and encourages independent learning.
• Promote a strong reading culture through reading interventions, literacy initiatives, events and enrichment activities.
• Develop and implement information skills and literacy programmes that enable students to become confident and effective users of information.
• Ensure effective use of ICT systems to support library management and access to information resources.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum departments, teaching staff, external agencies and feeder schools to strengthen the role of the LRC.
• Create, monitor and review the whole-school Library/Learning Resource Centre policy and development plan.
• Manage library budgets, monitor expenditure and work with departments to ensure resources are allocated effectively.
• Lead, support and develop Assistant Librarians, LSAs and volunteers, identifying opportunities for training and professional development.
• Develop and maintain resources that support staff development and wider teaching and learning across the school.
• Organise and promote library activities, including before-school, lunchtime and after-school clubs.
• Maintain an inclusive learning environment that empowers students to become confident, resourceful and independent learners.

About You

We are looking for a committed and innovative professional who can demonstrate:

• A passion for reading, literacy and improving outcomes for young people.
• Experience of working within a library, Learning Resource Centre, educational or similar learning environment.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage resources, budgets and competing priorities effectively.
• The ability to inspire students and create a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity and independent learning.
• Knowledge and understanding of developing literacy, reading and information skills programmes.
• Confidence using ICT and library management systems to enhance learning opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, families and external partners.
• A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and ensuring all students feel supported and valued.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment. All employees are expected to understand and promote equality, diversity and inclusion throughout their work.

Safeguarding

Lister Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and visitors to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to complete appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. All employees are expected to promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people and adhere to the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection policies at all times.