Librarian – Inspire Reading & Run Library Events

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Whitehouse Community Primary School in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Librarian to promote reading for pleasure and support early reading skills. This permanent part-time role (15 hours per week) offers the chance to lead our school libraries and organise events such as author visits and book fairs.

The post is part of the Children’s Endeavour Trust; applicants should have Level 2 English and Maths and experience in a library or educational setting. Closing date 1 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualifications: Level 2 (GCSE or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Experience working in a library or educational setting and promoting reading to children.
• Knowledge of children’s literature and ability to use library systems.
• Welcoming, inclusive, independent and team-working with safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead our school libraries and create a welcoming space for all.
• Promote reading for pleasure across the school.
• Support the Little Wandle early reading programme.
• Organise events like author visits and book fairs.
• Collaborate with the English curriculum team to support literacy.

Skills

Children's literature

Organisational skills

Reading promotion

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Tools

Library management systems

Job description

Whitehouse Community Primary School in Ipswich is seeking a dedicated Librarian to promote reading for pleasure and support early reading skills. This permanent part-time role (15 hours per week) offers the chance to lead our school libraries and organise events such as author visits and book fairs.

The post is part of the Children’s Endeavour Trust; applicants should have Level 2 English and Maths and experience in a library or educational setting. Closing date 1 October 2026.