Librarian

Eteach International; Bromsgrove; Remote; GBP 9,500 - 9,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Job summary

St John's C.E. Middle School Academy is seeking a dedicated Librarian to develop our school library as a vibrant learning hub for Key Stage 2 and 3. The role focuses on promoting reading for pleasure, organising resources, and supporting curriculum literacy with teachers and pupils.

The successful candidate will create an welcoming library, manage collections, and run reading events to engage students across the school year.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate enthusiasm for children's literature and reading for pleasure.
• Be organised and proactive in managing a busy library environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with young people.
• Support curriculum learning and literacy initiatives in collaboration with teachers.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, organised and engaging library that supports learning and enrichment.
• Assist pupils in choosing reading materials and developing independent research skills.
• Collaborate with teachers to support literacy across the curriculum.
• Organise reading events, author visits, book fairs and library displays.
• Develop opportunities for pupil access to the library beyond timetabled lessons.

Skills

Reading promotion

Organisation

Communication

Literacy support

Team collaboration

Tools

Library management system

Job description

# LibrarianEmployer: St John's C.E. Middle School AcademyLocation: Bromsgrove, WorcestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Scale Point 2, SCP 3-4 - £9,517 - £9,882 p.a.Posted: 29th September 2026Expires: 14th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1576748Job Reference: Spire180* Share :* PrintJoin a school community where a love of reading helps every child flourishWe are seeking a dedicated, organised and enthusiastic Librarian to join our supportive team and play a key role in developing our school library as a vibrant learning hub for pupils across Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about children's literature, literacy and learning, and who can inspire young people to develop a lifelong love of reading.The successful candidate will:* Have a genuine enthusiasm for reading and children's literature, with a commitment to promoting reading for pleasure.* Be able to create a welcoming, organised and engaging library environment that supports learning and enrichment.* Demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills, maintaining library resources and systems effectively.* Support pupils in selecting suitable reading materials and developing independent research skills.* Work collaboratively with teachers to support curriculum learning and literacy initiatives.* Be creative and proactive in organising reading events, author visits, book fairs and library displays.* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy working with young people.* Be proactive in developing opportunities for pupils to use and enjoy the library beyond timetabled lessons, including supporting wider access to the library where appropriate.In return, we offer:* A welcoming and caring school community committed to improving outcomes for all children.* Excellent professional development opportunities through The Spire Church of England Learning Trust, which values ongoing CPD and supports staff development and progression.* A nurturing environment underpinned by our Christian vision, where inclusion, care and respect are at the heart of everything we do.* The opportunity to make a significant contribution to developing a culture of reading across the school.Our school is a place where children are known, valued and encouraged to succeed. We are looking for a Librarian who shares our values and wishes to contribute meaningfully to the life and development of our school community.The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, as well as upholding fundamental British values. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, satisfactory references, pre-employment checks and a self-declaration form for shortlisted candidates.If you would like further information or to talk to a member of staff about the school, please contact us.Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake all relevant safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this postPlease ensure application forms are signed if sending via email.Further information relating to our school, including our policies can be found on our website St John's C of E Middle School Academy - The Spire Church of England Learning TrustCV’s will not be accepted.If you have provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail.Successful applicants will be contacted with an interview date. If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there.We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.We are a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing disabled people and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose they would like to be considered under this scheme and meet the essential criteria.If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, be sure to include these on your application.This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this roleOnline SearchAn online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.Applications forms are available below and should be returned to the schoolWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.Hours: Part-Time 16 hrs per week (Term Time Only)Grade: Scale Point 2, SCP 3-4 - (£25,614 p.a - £26,016 p.a.) Actual Salary £9,517 - £9,882 p.a.Location: St. John’s C of E Middle School Academy, Watt Close, Bromsgrove, Worcs, B61 7DHClosing Date: 14th October 2026