Learning Resource Centre Officer

TN United Kingdom; Edgware; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic individual to manage and develop their school library. This full-time role involves overseeing library operations, promoting reading and literacy, and creating a welcoming environment for students. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing resources, supporting students in their learning journey, and coordinating library events. If you are passionate about fostering a love for reading and have the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Support for professional development

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in managing library resources and budgets.
• Ability to create a welcoming environment for students.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Learning Resource Centre.
• Assist students in selecting reading materials and support literacy initiatives.

Skills

Library Management

Organizational Skills

Student Support

Literacy Promotion

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Education or Library Management

Tools

Library Software

Health & Safety Compliance Tools

Job description

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Edgware, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

Full Time

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The role : to manage and develop our school library, promoting reading and literacy across the school community. This role requires an organised and enthusiastic individual to oversee the Learning Resource Centre, manage its budget, and create a welcoming environment for students.

Key Responsibilities

Library Management

Oversee the daily operations of the Learning Resource Centre.

Implement and review the School Library policy.

Maintain and develop library resources within the allocated budget.

Ensure library software and student accounts are efficiently managed.

Work with IT support to maintain functional equipment and ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Student Support

Assist students in selecting appropriate reading materials.

Supervise the library during student breaks and form time.

Coordinate the work of student library assistants, prefects, and volunteers.

Create a calm and productive learning environment.

Support students in developing research and library skills.

Organise and facilitate library lessons and reading interventions.

Work with teachers to ensure the library supports the curriculum.

Support the Literacy Coordinator with relevant learning resources.

Promote reading through events, book recommendations, and school-wide initiatives.

Promoting Literacy in the School Community

Organise reading events such as World Book Day.

Introduce students to new authors and literature.

Represent the library at Open Days and public events.

General Duties

Provide administrative support and assist with general school duties.

Participate in training, development, and staff meetings as required.

Assist with first aid for students and staff when necessary.

Comply with safeguarding, health & safety, GDPR, and equality policies.

Maintain a professional and positive representation of the school.

If you’re passionate about fostering a love for reading and supporting students in their learning journey, we’d love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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