Librarian - Blessed Hugh Faringdon

Reading Borough Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in England is seeking a passionate Librarian to manage the library, ensuring it is a resourceful asset for students. The role involves leading library activities, collaborating with staff and parents, and providing support to the students. Applicants should demonstrate creativity and a dedication to fostering a love for reading. This full-time role is 35 hours per week during term time.

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering a high-quality library service and engaging students.
• Flexibility, creativity, and imagination in service delivery.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Library is stocked with relevant resources.
• Supervise and lead library-based extracurricular activities.
• Work effectively with teaching staff, students, and parents.

Skills

High-quality library service

Engagement strategies

Collaborative work

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and innovative Librarian who can provide an accessible resource centre that is welcoming and attractive. 35 hours per week, 8.30am–4pm, Monday to Friday. Term time plus 5 INSET days. Scale points 12-17. The role is required November 2025.

Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School is a successful and oversubscribed school. We are committed to character education, helping students flourish not only through academic excellence but by offering them the opportunities to grow and develop. Its an exciting time to join our friendly, supportive and dedicated staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Library is stocked with up-to-date and stimulating resources relevant to the curriculum.
• Supervise and lead on library-based extra-curricular activities such as the School Chess Club, Homework clubs and Reading/Film clubs.
• Work effectively with a range of stakeholders including teaching and support staff, students, parents/carers and external agencies.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering a high-quality library service and the ability to engage every student and encourage them to succeed.
• Flexibility, creativity and imagination in delivering library services and activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Additional Information

• Closing Date: 2 November 2025. Applications considered on receipt; interviews will be organised as applications are received. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.
• Safeguarding: The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people; this post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
• Further information can be obtained from Juliet Lyons, Operations Assistant. A job description and application form can be downloaded from our website at https://www.hughfaringdon.org/home/join-us/vacancies/ or via the upload application link on our website.

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