Librarian

Royal Grammar School; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Royal Grammar School in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an enthusiastic librarian to oversee daily library operations and to curate a vibrant, motivating collection that supports pupils’ research and lifelong learning.

This full-time role (40 hours/week, term-time only plus 10 days) offers a salary in the region of £30k–£36k FTE / £25k–£30k actual, depending on experience, with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and committed librarian.
• Ability to promote reading and independent learning.
• Experience in library management or school library environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of library spaces.
• Curate a relevant and inspiring collection of resources.
• Champion a culture of reading and support research and literacy across the school.

Job description

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed librarian to build on our strong legacy of provision. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day management of our library spaces, curate a relevant and inspiring collection of resources, and champion a culture of reading across the school. They will also play an active role in supporting research, literacy and wider educational opportunities, helping pupils develop the skills and habits needed for lifelong learning. This role would suit an enthusiastic and highly motivated professional who is committed to promoting literacy, reading and independent learning. It is an exciting opportunity for someone who can build positive relationships with young people, champion the role of the libraries across the school, and contribute actively to our wider educational vision. The successful candidate will be an effective advocate for the library, inspiring pupils to engage with reading and helping to further develop the library as a vibrant hub at the heart of school life. This is a full-time role, but we are also willing to consider anyone who may be seeking a job share role.

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed librarian to build on our strong legacy of provision.

• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: 40 hours per week during term time, Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm. Term time only + 10 days.
• Salary: In the region of 30-36k FTE / 25-30k actual (based on 40 hours/week, term time only + 10 days) The salary offered will be dependent on experience and qualifications offered by the successful candidate.
• Excellent benefits available- please see our job information pack below for full details