Librarian

London Borough of Hounslow; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heathland School is inviting applications for a Librarian to manage and promote a welcoming school library at The Heathland, Wellington Road South, Hounslow. The role supports teaching and learning, enables independent study, and cultivates a love of reading among students and staff.

Salary range £30,915–£32,795 per annum, term-time plus INSET days, 36 hours per week, permanent position with ASAP start. Closing date 13 November 2026.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

LIBRARIAN

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

Salary: £30,915 - £32,795 per annum

Closing Date: 13/11/2026

• 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

We reserve the right to interview 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.