LRC Manager: Inspire Young Readers (Term-Time)

Kirklees Council; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear and shared values

Professional development

Stimulating work environment

Support leadership team

Job summary

Westborough High School, located at Stockhill Street, Dewsbury, invites applications for an enthusiastic Learning Resource Centre Manager (Library). This role offers 37 hours per week, term-time plus three days, with a permanent contract and a salary of £28,596 to £30,057.

The successful candidate will manage and develop our library, create an inclusive, engaging reading environment, and inspire pupils to read for pleasure.

Qualifications

• Genuine enthusiasm for books, reading and literacy.
• Passion for encouraging young people to read for pleasure.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive and purposeful library environment.
• Manage and develop an engaging and accessible range of books and resources.
• Support pupils in developing independent learning, research and information skills.
• Work with teaching staff to support curriculum and reading priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day library service and develop opportunities to foster reading.
• Promote reading across the school via displays, events and initiatives.
• Develop partnerships with external organisations to broaden reading experiences.
• Ensure library provision is inclusive for all pupils, including SEND and disadvantaged pupils.
• Monitor pupil engagement with the library and reading provision.
• Collaborate with literacy team to reflect pupil needs in resources.

Skills

Enthusiasm for books

Reading for pleasure

Inclusive library environment

Independent learning support

Collaboration with staff

Organised and proactive

Tools

Library management systems

Job description

Westborough High School, located at Stockhill Street, Dewsbury, invites applications for an enthusiastic Learning Resource Centre Manager (Library). This role offers 37 hours per week, term-time plus three days, with a permanent contract and a salary of £28,596 to £30,057.

The successful candidate will manage and develop our library, create an inclusive, engaging reading environment, and inspire pupils to read for pleasure.