Librarian and Intervention Support

University of Kent; Abbey Gate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benenden Healthcare membership

Free access to wellbeing, health and/c

Free on-site parking

Access to on-site gym facilities

Staff Thrive Days

UKAT Institute career opportunities

Eye care and hearing care vouchers

Free annual flu vaccinations

Relocation packages

Interest-free loans and travel loans

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Chatham Grammar in Medway, Kent is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Librarian and Intervention Support colleague to join our dedicated team. This varied role combines managing the school library with broader student support responsibilities.

You will support literacy development, independent study and intervention programmes, while building positive relationships with students. Working closely with teaching, pastoral and inclusion teams, you will help remove barriers to learning and create

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operation of the library
• Promote reading and literacy across the school
• Support intervention programmes
• Build positive relationships with students
• Collaborate with teaching, pastoral and inclusion teams

Job description

We are committed to supporting the wellbeing, development and success of our staff. As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Benenden Healthcare membership.
• Free access to wellbeing, health and counselling services.
• Free on-site parking and discounted electric vehicle charging.
• Access to our on-site gym facilities.
• Staff Thrive Days in addition to scheduled professional development days.
• Tailored professional learning pathways and trust-wide career opportunities via the UKAT Institute.
• Eye care and hearing care vouchers.
• Free annual flu vaccinations.
• Relocation packages for eligible candidates.
• Interest-free loans and travel loans.
• Excellent transport links, with London and the wider South East within easy reach, or you may benefit from the cycle to work scheme with UKAT.

Located in Medway, Kent, Chatham Grammar is a high‑performing and inclusive school with a strong academic tradition and ambitious aspirations for every student.

We welcome applications from colleagues at all stages of their careers who share our commitment to delivering an exceptional education and enriching opportunities for all learners.

UKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Librarian and Intervention Support colleague to join our dedicated team at Chatham Grammar. This varied and rewarding role combines the management and promotion of our school library with wider student support responsibilities, helping to create an environment where students can develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. The successful candidate will support literacy development, independent study and intervention programmes whilst contributing positively to student wellbeing and inclusion. Whether you have experience working in a library, school, educational setting or student support role, you will find a supportive environment where your contribution is valued. At Chatham Grammar, we believe that every student deserves access to high‑quality learning resources and the support they need to thrive both academically and personally. As a member of our support staff team, you will manage the day‑to‑day operation of the library, promote reading and literacy across the school, support intervention programmes and build positive relationships with students. Working closely with teaching, pastoral and inclusion teams, you will play an important role in removing barriers to learning and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where all students can succeed. Most importantly, you will be a positive role model who helps students learn, achieve and thrive.