School Librarian

Madani; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Madani Schools Federation seeks an enthusiastic Librarian to foster a vibrant reading culture. The role involves supporting students and staff, promoting literacy, and managing the library effectively. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills and a passion for literature.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students in an educational or library setting.
• Passionate about literature and literacy.

Responsibilities

• Support students and staff in promoting literacy and independent learning.
• Manage competing priorities effectively under pressure.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

IT Skills

Job description

Madani Schools Federation is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Librarian to join our team.

Our Library plays a central role in the life of the school, supporting both students and staff and playing a key part in promoting literacy, a love of reading, and independent learning across all year groups.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with students in an educational or library setting

• Be passionate about literature and literacy

• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organisational skills

• Be able to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities

• Possess solid IT skills and be confident in using library management systems

This is an excellent opportunity for someone ambitious, proactive, and committed to fostering a vibrant reading culture within a school environment.

Our most recent inspections for both, Madani Girls and Madani Boys School were graded as ‘Good’, with many exemplary and outstanding elements.

Our latest summer key performance information demonstrates that both of our schools are amongst the very best schools in the city of Leicester, Leicestershire, and the region in terms of progress and attainment and in the top percentiles in the DfE's published table of schools in the country overall.

The vision for our Federation is clear - Sustained world-class education & care that enables ALL learners to reach their personal excellence, equipped with the skills, identity, HEART values, character and leadership to contribute to the local community, British society & the world wholeheartedly.

The successful candidate will be committed to providing high quality teaching and care that enables every child and young person to reach their potential, regardless of background. Through the curriculum the successful candidate will enable every learner access to powerful knowledge that is intelligently planned and is uniquely ambitious.

Closing date for applying: Monday 2nd June 2025 by 12 midday

Contract Type: Permanent, Monday to Friday, 8.00 – 4.00, 37hpw, 40 wpy

Short listing: Monday 2nd June 2025

Start date: 21st August 2025

If you would like to know more about our vacancies, or about the school, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We would love to give you a tour, or to put you in touch with a school leader who will be more than happy to give you a call to discuss the role.

Madani Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.