Library Assistant

THE LADY ELEANOR HOLLES SCHOOL; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in London is seeking an enthusiastic Library Assistant to foster a love of learning within its diverse student body. The role involves supporting students with their academic and personal development through effective collaboration with teaching staff in a vibrant and supportive environment.

Benefits

Free lunches

On-site parking

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Qualifications

• Experience working in a library or educational environment.
• Ability to support students with study and life skills.
• Strong communication skills and rapport with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head of Library Services in supporting pupils.
• Contribute to curriculum and personal development of students.
• Foster a love of learning through activities.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant qualification in Library Science or Education

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic Library Assistant to join our friendly, diverse, and academically successful community at LEH.

Here at LEH, we believe that our Learning Resource Centre, Sixth Form Library, and Junior School Library are at the heart of the school. We seek someone who will be integral in supporting and fostering a love of learning through academic and extra-curricular activities.

The successful candidate will assist the Head of Library Services in supporting pupils with study and life skills by liaising with all departments and individual members of the teaching staff to contribute to the curriculum and personal development.

What we offer:

• LEH is a thriving school situated on a 24-acre site on the outskirts of London. It has a vibrant and diverse community, and LEH students are renowned for their academic prowess and success across a wide range of co-curricular activities, including sport, music, and drama.
• We have state-of-the-art facilities and encourage staff to make the most of the school's swimming pool, tennis courts, free lunches, on-site parking, and library services.
• A list of our attractive range of benefits can be found here.

How to apply:

An application pack is available on the school’s website by clicking here.

The closing date is Wednesday, 2 July 2025, at noon.

Applications will be considered upon receipt, and interviews may take place at any time. The school reserves the right to close this post earlier if a successful appointment is made.

CVs will not be considered and should not be submitted.

Safeguarding Statement:

All staff working in the school will have contact with children and will be in regulated activity. Staff with teaching duties will be responsible for their pupils and may have additional pastoral or other responsibilities. All staff will interact with pupils during their duties. The post holder’s responsibility for safeguarding is to adhere to the school’s policies and procedures at all times.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The school may ask applicants to declare all convictions and cautions to assess their suitability to work with children.

Lady Eleanor Holles is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the DBS.