Achievement Assistant & Library Lead

eTeach UK Limited; Redditch; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Redditch is seeking an Achievement Assistant and Library Lead. The successful candidate will promote and manage the library while supporting pupils with various needs. This role offers an excellent opportunity for those passionate about education and working with young people. Interested candidates should have (or be willing to pursue) a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
• Experience working with young people in a school community is an advantage.
• Ability to manage a library as a valuable learning resource.

Responsibilities

• Promote and manage the library as a valuable resource.
• Encourage reading for purpose and enjoyment.
• Support pupils in lessons and specific reading interventions.

Skills

Motivation

Support for pupils with SEN

Reading promotion

Education

Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Achievement Assistant and Library Lead

School: Church Hill Middle School

Start date: 1st October 2025

Contract details: 12-month Fixed term contract, 25 hrs per week, term time only + 5 training days

Salary: Scale 3, SCP 5-6 (£14,333.37 to £14,560.60 actual)

Closing date for applications: 9.00am on 12th August 2025

Interviews: 28th August 2025

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our team of Achievement Assistants. Church Hill Middle School takes pride in delivering high-quality teaching and learning that empowers all students to succeed. As a team, we are committed to supporting pupils in developing their reading skills and providing meaningful opportunities that promote purposeful and progressive reading.

As a library lead, you will be responsible for promoting, managing, and maintaining the library as a valuable learning resource. This includes encouraging reading for purpose and enjoyment, ensuring the space remains quiet and calm to support focused study, and keeping students informed about a wide range of books and resources available to them. The library lead will also offer extra-curricular provision each day to support the children and school.

The role would be suited to those seeking a career in education and is a great opportunity to gain experience working with young people in a school community. The role involves supporting pupils with SEN and other identified needs or barriers to learning, in securing the best possible outcomes. Responsibilities include supporting pupils in lessons, small group work, and leading specific reading interventions.

This post offers a great opportunity for personal and professional development at an exciting time when the schools are working ever more closely to support our community. Possession of (or willingness to work towards) a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools is essential.