Learning Resource Centre Manager And Wellbeing Coordinator

Altrincham College; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrincham College requires a Learning Resource Centre Manager and Wellbeing Coordinator to lead and develop the school library, support Reading and Literacy strategies, and enhance student learning across Y7–Y11. The role is permanent and full-time (36.25 hours/week, term-time).

The successful candidate will oversee library resources, champion independent learning, and work closely with senior leaders to deliver wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, safeguarding, and first-aid responsibilities

Qualifications

• English and Maths GCSE (Grade C or above) or equivalent.
• Post-16 qualifications or a degree or professional qualification.
• Trained to give medication is desirable or willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Learning Resource Centre and promote its use across the curriculum.
• Support reading and literacy strategies across the school.
• Liaise with departments to provide access to resources and run inductions.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English and Maths (A-C)

Post-16 qualifications or degree

Tools

First Aid at Work Certificate

Job description

The Achieve and Learn Trust has recently rebranded with new leadership at all levels. We are excited about this new strategic direction and the changes made to improve educational provision even more, for all our young people. Our Vision At the heart of the Trust's vision is a belief that students deserve the best educational Ms Kim Earle experience with aspirational curriculum provision and enrichment opportunities. We strive CEO of the for personal and academic achievement within a safe, inclusive and enriched learning Achieve and Learn Trust environment: opening minds, opening doors to learning opportunities and opening up pathways to successful futures. Our Aims Our aim is to ensure that all schools within the Trust aspire to be strong providers and aim for exemplary practice through creative approaches. Our Future We have an appetite for continuous improvement and development, with an overall ambition of expanding the Trust to develop a local partnership of schools, covering both primary and secondary phases. This will enable us to foster true partnership and collaborative work that both supports and challenges member schools., CONTRACT TERM: We have an exciting opportunity to join the team at Altrincham College Permanent / Full Time / Term Time as our Learning Resource Centre Manager and Wellbeing Coordinator. plus 1 week. We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to ensure HOURS: that our Learning Resource Centre is well-resourced and well-managed 36.25 hours per week. to support and enhance the Y7-11 curriculum, raise achievement and promote equality and inclusion. The successful candidate will also PAY SCALE: support the whole school strategy for Reading and Literacy., JOB PURPOSE: Ensure a well-resourced and well-managed learning resource centre is available to support and enhance the curriculum, raise achievement and promote equality and inclusion. Support the whole school strategy for Reading and Literacy. To provide a high level of support to students in all operational matters of day-to-day life beyond the classroom., Altrincham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Undertake administrative duties promoting the ethos of the school by providing a professional, supportive and courteous service to all student related enquiries. Learning Resource Centre

• The management, promotion and operation of the school library and a wide range of
resources in a variety of formats, traditional and electronic, and the equipment to access them.
• Liaison with all departments in the school and with the wider learning community to ensure
appropriate access to learning resources.
• Responsibility for the acquisition, organisation, dissemination and exploitation of resources
appropriate to the learning needs of the full age and ability range within the school.
• Operating efficient lending systems and other library procedures.
• Helping learners to identify, locate and access the information they need.
• Maintaining local and regional catalogues and indices for all books and audio-visual
resources.
• Manage a study environment for both curriculum-based and independent learning; this
involves the management and integration of both physical spaces and virtual learning environments and supervision of students.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and repaired.
• Helping students and staff develop the transferable information, learning and knowledge
access skills which are the core skills of independent lifelong learning.
• Preparation of booklets, exhibitions and displays to enhance pupil learning and
development.
• Delivering library induction and research skills sessions.
• Keeping well-stocked and up-to-date careers and Post-16 information.
• Working closely with the Assistant Headteacher (Reading Strategy) and Head of English to
promote and develop strategies for whole school reading and literacy (for information, recreation and reading for pleasure) o Organisation of events and promotions o Supporting the Reading Initiative during lesson time o Resourcing and maintaining a staff CPD library in the staffroom o Keeping up to date with new developments relevant to school librarianship. First Aid and Wellbeing
• To act as the lead first aider in school for students and staff. Along with other designated first
aiders, the successful candidate will be part of a rota for administering first aid treatment to staff, students and visitors as and when required during the day.
• To maintain statutory first aid, student and staff injury/illness records including accident
forms, CPOMs and reporting to RIDDOR as required.
• Maintain a list of students with specific health conditions (for example, diabetes, epilepsy,
anaphylaxis, allergens etc) with appropriate paperwork (IHCPs (Individual Healthcare Plans) and liaise with parents/carers regarding day-to-day care of their child/ward's condition(s) and appropriate action to take in the event of an incident/accident.
• Update the school's 'Supporting Children with Medical Conditions Policy' (reviewed and
approved every three years).
• To regularly review and update students' IHCPs and PEEPs (Personal Emergency Evacuation
Plans).
• To maintain accurate records of students and staff who have known allergies, including
whether or not the individual has been prescribed an AD (adrenaline device).
• To assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead with updating the Allergy Safety Policy.
• Alongside the Office Manager, check spare AAIs are present and in date on a monthly basis.
• Alongside the Office Manager, make sure that replacement AAIs are obtained when expiry
dates approach.
• To maintain first aid kits throughout the school, ensuring replacement supplies are ordered
in order as and when required, to ensure kits are always up to date.
• To ensure the safe and secure storage of all student medication, maintaining up to date
records of all medication stored, along with expiry dates etc.
• To assist the school nursing team with arranging immunisations.
• Hold termly first aid meetings, to keep all first-aid trained staff up to date with changes to
guidance/policies/student and staff medical conditions etc. General Requirements All staff are expected to:
• Work towards and support the academy vision and current objectives outlined in the
Academy Improvement Plan.
• Contribute to the school's programme of extra-curricular activities e.g. helping at Open
Evening.
• Support and contribute to the school's responsibility for safeguarding students.
• Work within the school's health and safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for
staff, students and visitors.
• Work within the Trust's School's Equality Objectives to promote equality of opportunity for
all students and staff, both current and prospective.
• Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and
positive, courteous relations with students, parents/carers and colleagues.
• Maintain confidentiality of information acquired in the course of undertaking duties for the
school in this role.
• Adhere to policies and circulars.
• To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post as directed by the
Headteacher.
• (Actual Salary £28, 486 - £29,942) This varied role will also provide a high level of support in all operational matters of day-to-day life beyond the classroom as the school's LOCATION: Wellbeing Coordinator and lead first aider. Altrincham College, Green Lane, Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 8QW The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills and will be able to demonstrate proven experience START DATE: of developing successful working relationships with young people., English and Maths GCSE or equivalent (Grade C or above) A/C/I EssentialPost-16 qualifications (e.g. A-Levels) or a degree or other relevant A/C/I Desirableprofessional qualificationFirst Aid at Work Certificate or equivalent (or willingness to A/C/I Essentialundertake training)Trained to give medication (or willingness to