Librarian

Walthamstow Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Walthamstow Academy is seeking an enthusiastic librarian to support students aged 11–18. You will promote a love of reading, manage the library space, and ensure the borrowing system runs efficiently in a modern, quiet environment.

You will provide high quality resources for teaching and learning, collaborate with staff to align stock with the curriculum, and share expertise across United Learning to help every pupil reach their academic goals.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the creation and maintenance of an inspiring, purposeful, orderly and productive working environment in the library.
• Develop and manage the operation, systems and procedures of the library, in accordance with agreed policies/plans
• Be responsible for the acquisition, organisation and management of all library books and materials
• Deliver literacy and reading interventions to small groups of targeted students
• In liaison with teaching staff, provide books and resources relevant to the curriculum and areas of study and support the teachers in their delivery to students
• Ensure that students and staff are aware of the library services available and encourage maximum use of the library’s books and resources, and the potential of the library as a centre for reading and learning

Job description

About United Learning

United Learning is a unique group of independent and state schools working together to achieve the best in everyone. Our vision is to provide excellent education so that all young people are able to make a success of their lives and, if we are to realise this vision, we need to make sure we attract, develop and reward the key ingredient – you.

Job Introduction

This is a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who enjoys working with a wide range of students aged 11-18 years old. Our newly refurbished library is modern and provides our students with a peaceful environment in which to quietly read, learn and carry out their own research to reach their academic goals.

As a librarian you will promote a love of reading amongst students and staff and ensure the library book borrowing system is led and managed efficiently. You will provide high quality resources for students and staff to support the learning process. You will also have the opportunity to share expertise across a growing group of Academies and independent schools within United Learning.

We know that outstanding librarians have transferable skills and are confident and effective in all aspects of their role but we also recognise that you will need support and challenge so that you can grow to be the best you can be – we will make this happen. You will relate to the Academy’s ethos of “the best in everyone” and enjoy working with a rich, diverse group of young people in a dynamic and vibrant learning environment. Walthamstow Academy is sponsored by United Learning. As part of the largest group of Academies and independent schools, we offer outstanding professional development and career progression across both the maintained and independent sector.

To conclude, we need someone who is passionate about making a difference.

Main Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the creation and maintenance of an inspiring, purposeful, orderly and productive working environment in the library.
• Develop and manage the operation, systems and procedures of the library, in accordance with agreed policies/plans
• Be responsible for the acquisition, organisation and management of all library books and materials
• Deliver literacy and reading interventions to small groups of targeted students
• In liaison with teaching staff, provide books and resources relevant to the curriculum and areas of study and support the teachers in their delivery to students
• Ensure that students and staff are aware of the library services available and encourage maximum use of the library’s books and resources, and the potential of the library as a centre for reading and learning