Library Assistant

Midsomer Norton Primary; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 7,600 - 7,700; Part time

Job summary

Beechen Cliff School in Bath is seeking an organised, enthusiastic Library Assistant to support reading and learning for pupils. The role is term-time only plus 2 inset days, offering 13 hours per week from 10am to 2:20pm Wednesday to Friday. The successful candidate will help run the library as a welcoming space and work closely with staff and students.

An enhanced DBS is required prior to commencement. The post sits within the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership, which is committed to

Qualifications

• Organised, enthusiastic individual with a passion for reading and working with young people.
• Friendly school environment, supporting colleagues and leadership as part of a professional team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and run the library as a welcoming space for pupils, homework and reading activities.
• Support reading initiatives, clubs and after-school activities within the library.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to promote reading and learning across the school.

Skills

Organised

Passionate about reading

Working with young people

Job description

Grade 2, Point 4-5. Term time only plus 2 inset days. 13 hours per week10am-2.20pm - Wednesday-FridayActual salary - £7,602-£7,722

To start as soon as possible, we are looking for an organised, enthusiastic individual who is passionate about reading and working with young people. Applicants should be enthusiastic about working in a friendly school environment, supporting colleagues and leadership, as part of a motivated and professional team.

The Library at Beechen Cliff is in the heart of the school and strives to be a safe, welcoming space for all which supports a love of reading and learning across the school community. With around 4000 books, a bank of chromebooks and space to study, the library is used by all our pupils as a place to complete homework and read during breaks and lunchtimes. In addition, all our KS3 students have access to the library during reading classes and sixth form students use it as a study area. Various clubs and activities also run in the library during and after school. As a multifunctional space, the library is a dynamic and vibrant place to work.

Beechen Cliff School is part of the Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership. Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service Certificate is required for this post prior to commencement.