LRB Supervisor/Librarian

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly rated secondary school in central Manchester is seeking a supportive individual to promote reading, learning, and research skills while managing library resources. The ideal candidate will have excellent numeracy and literacy skills, and experience in a similar role is preferred. This is a permanent, full-time position offering competitive benefits and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Employer-funded healthcare plan

Membership of Greater Manchester Pension Scheme

Staff Wellbeing Fund

Free on-site parking

Canteen facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in a secondary school environment or similar role.
• Ability to manage and maintain library and media resources.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and attend out of hours events.

Responsibilities

• Promote students' reading, learning, and research skills.
• Manage library and media resources of the school.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and build relationships with students.

Skills

Safeguarding and child protection understanding

Good numeracy and literacy skills

Good ICT skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work under deadlines

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent. Working Hours: Full Time. Qualifications Required: Good numeracy and literacy skills, at least equivalent to RQF Level 2. Salary: £26,403 - £28,142 per annum. Start Date: 15 December 2025.

This is a great opportunity to join our friendly and supportive staff team and work in our highly rated secondary school in central Manchester.

We are looking for a colleague with a welcoming, well-organised and supportive approach who is keen to promote students\' reading, learning and research skills, whilst managing and maintaining library and school media resources.

About the Candidate

What we\'re looking for from you:

• Experience and understanding of safeguarding and child protection issues, or be willing to undertake training in these areas;
• Numeracy and literacy skills at least equivalent to RQF Level 2; good ICT skills are essential;
• Experience of working in a secondary school environment in a similar role, specifically classroom & administrative experiences, or in a library, bookshop or customer-focused service;
• Experience of working in a busy environment with competing priorities and deadlines, ideally in an educational setting and with experience of using SIMS;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently responding to tight deadlines, whilst collaborating with colleagues to achieve goals and complete projects within timescales and build effective relationships with students, colleagues, visitors and professionals;
• An understanding of the need for confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information;
• Willingness to work flexibly and attend occasional out of hours events;
• First Aid trained, or be willing to undergo training;
• Supportive of the school\'s excellent staff attendance and punctuality record, which in turn supports student attainment.

About Us

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to join our very successful and over-subscribed school of 1500 students aged 11-18, supported by a hugely talented and hardworking staff team;
• Employer-funded membership of HSF Health Plan Core Scheme, helping you and your family (dependants under 21) to cover the costs of everyday healthcare, plus access to HSF Assist which includes a GP Advice Line, Virtual Doctor, Counselling, Legal Helpline and Perkbox benefits;
• Membership of the Greater Manchester Pension Scheme, with excellent employer contributions;
• Staff Wellbeing Fund for initiatives, activities and social events that support staff mental and physical health, plus wellbeing benefits such as Cycle to Work and free use of the School\'s Fitness Suite;
• Excellent facilities in new and refurbished buildings, supported by the latest resources to support learning, plus free on-site parking, canteen facilities, and staff room;
• We are a socially inclusive and equal opportunities school and committed to and actively promote equal opportunities for all our students and staff.

To apply for this role please complete the application form and email it to: [e-mail]