Learning Hub AdministratorSecondary Librarian

International Schools Partnership; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Dubai seeks a Learning Hub Administrator to manage the library and promote a culture of reading. You will engage with children, support teaching, and organize events. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and a passion for children's literature. The role emphasizes safeguarding and inclusivity in a vibrant school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with contemporary children's and young adult literature.
• Ability to manage the Learning Hub effectively.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusivity.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Learning Hub including stock control and cataloguing.
• Encourage reading for pleasure.
• Support the Accelerated Reader programme.

Skills

Awareness of contemporary children's literature

Ability to inspire children

Organisational skills

IT literacy

High standard of written and verbal English

Ability to deal sensitively

Job description

Learning Hub Administrator (Secondary Librarian / Learning Hub Lead)

For all staff at The Aquila School. All colleagues share a collective responsibility to ensure that children are safe, happy and properly supervised at all times. Our school purpose – safe, happy learning guides everything we do, providing enjoyable meaningful and relevant learning experiences for all our pupils while ensuring we focus on their well‑being. All staff are expected to adhere to The Aquila Professional Code of Conduct and The Aquila Ways.

Key Qualities and Skills

• A passion for and awareness of contemporary childrens and young adult literature
• The ability to inspire children to enjoy reading and support their learning across the curriculum
• Approachable professional calm and knowledgeable demeanour
• Ability to deal sensitively and professionally with children staff and families
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• IT literate and confident using digital tools for learningand administration
• High standard of written and verbal English
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional discretion

Core Purpose

• To promote a love of reading and learning across the secondary phase ensuring the Learning Hub is a welcoming engaging and well‑organised space
• To support teaching and learning across the curriculum through effective resource management and library services
• To contribute to the daily life of the school by supporting administrative and academic functions
• To ensure the Learning Hub is safe inclusive and aligned with the schools values

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist visitors staff and pupils in a friendly professional manner
• Manage the Learning Hub including book issuance stock control cataloguing and digital resource management
• Actively engage with children to encourage reading for pleasure and academic success
• Support the Accelerated Reader programme and track pupil progress
• Plan and deliver workshops on academic integrity and research skills
• Actively support teachers and pupils during scheduled library sessions
• Support with English language interventions as directed by teaching staff
• Organise and promote library and literacy events such as author visits book fairs and literature festivals
• Lead library-based ECAs such as a homework club or reading club
• Provide lesson cover when needed
• Be an active member of the schools compliance committee contributing to discussions and actions that ensure high standards of welfare safety and operational compliance
• Carry out additional administrative and support duties to ensure the smooth running of the school

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures including an online due diligence search references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying hiring developing and retaining high‑performing teammates regardless of gender age disability status neurodivergence socio‑economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

ISP Principles

• Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
• Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another embrace similarities and differences and promote the well‑being of self and others.
• Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
• Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children students and our schools.
• Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement. You consistently demonstrate and role‑model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.
• Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning development and growth.
• Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.
• Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.
• Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.
• Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision Purpose and Principles.
• Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.
• Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans organises prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.
• Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity awareness and skill to understand the values behaviours attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.

Required Experience

Unclear Seniority