Admin Assistant - Librarian

Teaching Vacancies; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking an Admin Assistant/Librarian in Birmingham, working 2 days per week. This role involves managing library operations and providing administrative support while creating a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates have experience in admin or library settings and possess strong organisational and communication skills. Join a supportive team dedicated to inspiring students and contributing to their success.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Staff wellbeing program

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or library setting.
• Highly organised and efficient with excellent communication skills.
• Confident in using IT systems.
• Professional and friendly approach.
• Flexible and can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running the library, ensuring it's well-organised and accessible.
• Provide admin support for Free School Meals and school systems.
• General admin tasks including data entry and filing.
• Assist with book loans, returns and stock management.
• Liaise with staff and students.

Skills

Administrative experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Team player

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an organised and proactive individual to join our admin team as an Admin Assistant/ Librarian on a job share basis, working 2 days per week. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for supporting literacy and creating a welcoming environment in our school library.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day to day running of the library ensuring it is well-organised, tidy and accessible to all users
• Responsible for providing admin support for Free School Meals, Transition of Year 6 students into Year 7 and the school detention system.
• Provide general admin support including data entry, filing, photocopying
• Assist with book loans, returns and stock management
• Liaise with staff and students

Essential skills

• Previous experience in an administrative or library setting
• Be a highly organised, efficient and motivated person who has excellent communication skills.
• Confident in using IT systems
• Have a professional and friendly approach.
• A team player with a flexible, can-do attitude

What the school offers its staff

• A welcoming school
• Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn
• A strong senior and curriculum leadership team
• A supportive working environment
• Strong support for professional development, including membership of the Oaks Collegiate
• Staff Wellbeing and support programme

The successful applicant will join a team of strong practitioners who work together to inspire students to succeed. This is an excellent school to work in, with students who are ambitious and motivated to learn and staff who support each other. We are not only committed to developing our students, but you will also be fully supported with your own professional development.

Commitment to safeguarding

Hillcrest School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is committed to equal opportunities in employment and positively welcomes your application. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and relevant safer recruitment checks. Please note that it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.