School Librarian

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced School Librarian for a secondary school in Newham. This temporary role begins immediately and lasts until July 2026. The successful candidate will manage the library, assist students with their research, and promote reading initiatives. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential for engagement and support of the learning environment.

Qualifications

• Previous library experience is essential, preferably in an educational setting.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to engage and inspire students in their reading journey.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the school library to support learning.
• Assist students with research and reading development.
• Promote a love of reading and support independent learning.
• Organise, catalogue, and maintain library resources.
• Work closely with teaching staff to support the curriculum.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Cataloguing skills

Job description

Overview

School Librarian - Secondary School, Newham

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced School Librarian to join a vibrant secondary school in Newham on a temporary contract until July 2026. This role is available for an immediate start and will be arranged through an agency.

Responsibilities

• Managing and developing the school library to support learning and literacy across all year groups
• Assisting students with research and reading development
• Promoting a love of reading and supporting independent learning
• Organising, cataloguing, and maintaining library resources
• Working closely with teaching staff to support the curriculum

Requirements

• Previous library experience is essential (preferably within an educational setting)
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to engage and inspire students in their reading journey
• Strong IT and cataloguing skills

Details

• Location: Secondary School, Newham
• Start Date: Immediate
• Contract Type: Agency placement, temporary until July 2026

If you are a passionate librarian ready to make a positive impact in a thriving secondary school, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to secure your place and start making a difference.