School Librarian

Rodborough has a strong reading culture and we are looking for someone to play a key role in its development across the school’s curriculum, inside and outside of lessons.

The Librarian is responsible for the daily operation of the Library. The role will require the careful deployment of resources and the cultivation of a friendly, supportive atmosphere to ensure that students have a calm and productive space in which to study and read. The role will also offer the opportunity to have a direct impact on student learning through supporting teachers within lessons through our KS3 reading lessons and star reader programme and also through developing and celebrating extra-curricular activities and events that promote a lifelong love of reading.

The successful candidate should have good interpersonal skills, be a strong communicator, be innovative and be able to work as part of a successful team.

Non-teaching staff are required to take their own holidays during the school holiday periods.

The salary range for this post at Grade WA4-10-16 £20,970-£24,514 (Full Time Equivalent) depending on qualifications and experience. We offer full training and defined career/pay progression. In addition, we offer an excellent benefit package to include a comprehensive health and wellness scheme, combined physiotherapy services, optical vouchers, cycle to work, a range of additional lifestyle discounts and a Local Government Pension Scheme.

Exact hours to be discussed and agreed at interview. The deadline for application is Monday 29 May 2023 with interviews being held w/c 29 May 2023. Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the advertised closing date if required so early application are advised.

For an informal discussion about this role please contact Ashleigh Deane, PA to the Principal via the school.

To find out more information about this post and the school, please visit our school website.

Rodborough is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an Equal Opportunities employer. The successful applicants will be required to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure.