Resource Centre Manager

Barr Beacon School; Walsall; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being package

24/7 online GP

Physiotherapy services

Counselling services

Annual health checks

Job summary

Barr Beacon School in Aldridge, Walsall, is seeking a Resource Centre Manager to run the Resource Centre and Library, promoting reading and supporting leaders in running targeted reading interventions for weaker readers. You will also assist with general administration duties.

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, an excellent communicator, computer literate, and passionate about reading. You will collaborate with other resource centre managers across our trust to drive reading

Qualifications

• Very organised with good time management
• Strong communicator, verbally and in writing
• Computer literate and willing to learn new software/tools
• Passionate about reading and promoting reading
• Creative in encouraging pupils to become lifelong readers
• Eager to collaborate with other resource centre managers across the trust

Responsibilities

• Run the Resource Centre and Library, ensuring it is a welcoming environment for all
• Promote reading and lead targeted interventions for weaker readers
• Assist with general administration duties as required

Job description

Resource Centre Manager

Barr Beacon School, Old Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF

37 hours |Monday to Friday | Term Time Only

Starting Salary: £21,290.91 (FTE £24,573)

Start Date: September 2026

The role:

Can your ideas and creativity drive our Resource Centre to the next level? In this role you will run the Resource Centre and Library, ensuring the environment in respected by everyone, using creative approaches to promote reading and supporting leaders in running targeted reading interventions to support weaker readers. You will also be required to assist with any other general administration duties.

About you:

This is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in an exciting and important role in our school community. To be successful for the role, we are looking for someone who is:

• Very organised and has good time management;
• Keen to help young people;
• A good communicator, verbally and in writing;
• Capable on a computer and willing to learn how to use new software and electronic tools;
• Passionate about the values of reading;
• Creative in encouraging pupils to become lifelong readers;
• Eager to collaborate with other resource centre managers across our schools in the trust.

Please see job description for full list of skills, requirements and duties.

About us:

It is an exciting time to join a growing and thriving Academy Trust with a focus on school improvement. Barr Beacon School has a shared belief that no child should fail and our high standards and expectations ensure our pupils strive for success. We have a commitment to exceptional teaching to provide the best possible education for our students. The successful candidate will have access to excellent professional development opportunities within our Academy and across the wider Trust.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

You may also wish to contact the Headteacher Mrs K Hibbs: [e-mail]. for an informal look around the school.

Application Deadline: 6th September 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.