Librarian

Work In Hounslow Schools; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heathland School in Hounslow is seeking a Librarian to manage the school library, promote reading and support teaching and learning. The role is term-time plus 5 INSET days, 39 weeks per year, with a 36-hour week and a permanent contract.

Start date ASAP and a salary of £30,915 to £32,795 per annum. The Librarian will ensure the library is open and accessible to all students and staff, delivering a high-quality lending service and fostering a love of reading.

Responsibilities

• The Librarian will organise and manage the school library and promote reading across the curriculum.
• Ensure the library is open throughout the day and accessible to all students and staff, delivering a high‑quality lending service.
• Develop the library as a hub for enrichment, home learning and independent study.

Job description

Location: The Heathland, Wellington Road South, Hounslow TW4 5JD

Salary: £30,915 - £32,795 per annum

Closing Date: 13/11/2026

LIBRARIAN

• Term-time plus 5 INSET days / 39 weeks per year
• Full time 36 hours per week
• Permanent
• Start date: ASAP
• Salary: Scale 6, pt 16 £30,915 - £32,795 per annum

An exciting position has arisen at this large, multi-cultural 11-18 community school to work as a Librarian.

We offer an excellent staff programme for professional development and opportunities for promotions. The school is close to good transport links and has ample free parking for staff.

Main Purpose Of The Role

• The Librarian will organise and manage the school library, ensuring it is actively open throughout the

day and accessible to all students and staff within the school community, encouraging its use for teaching and learning, independent study and cultivating a passion for reading.

• The librarian will ensure the library is used effectively by classes, groups, and individuals. The

postholder will deliver a high-quality lending service, promote reading and literacy, and support the educational aims of the school.

• The librarian will develop and promote the library as a hub for enrichment, home learning, and

independent study.

• The Librarian will supervise Sixth Form Independent Study periods.

Information about the school is available on our website: https://www.heathland.hounslow.sch.uk/

We reserve the right tointerview as suitable applications are received. Please note references will be taken up in advance.

The Heathland School is committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and visitor to uphold this commitment.

All appointments will be subject to satisfactory references, online checks and enhanced DBS checks.

The Heathland Librarian October 2026

2026 Non Teaching Application Form

The Heathland Librarian October 2026

2026 Non Teaching Application Form

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