Reading Champion & Library Assistant

International Schools Partnership; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant primary school is seeking an experienced Assistant Librarian to promote a love of reading, manage library operations, and support classroom reading initiatives. This role involves engaging with children, managing book stocks, and organizing literary events. The ideal candidate should possess a qualification in Library Science, a genuine interest in children’s literature, and the ability to inspire a love of reading in students. A welcoming personality and excellent communication skills are essential for fostering a positive school community.

Qualifications

• Ability to inspire children to love reading.
• Ability to read stories aloud.
• Kind, happy and friendly persona.

Responsibilities

• Engage children to enjoy reading.
• Manage library operations including issuance, stock control and cataloguing.
• Support the accelerated reader programme.

Skills

Passion for contemporary children’s literature

Excellent confidentiality practice

IT literate

High standard of written and verbal English

Education

Qualification in Library Science or similar

Job description

A vibrant primary school is seeking an experienced Assistant Librarian to promote a love of reading, manage library operations, and support classroom reading initiatives. This role involves engaging with children, managing book stocks, and organizing literary events. The ideal candidate should possess a qualification in Library Science, a genuine interest in children’s literature, and the ability to inspire a love of reading in students. A welcoming personality and excellent communication skills are essential for fostering a positive school community.