School Librarian - Charlton School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Shrewsbury is seeking a passionate Librarian to enhance student learning and promote literacy. This permanent, term-time only position involves organizing resources, delivering induction sessions, and collaborating with staff to create a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications or experience and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience in a library or educational setting is preferred.
• Ability to work flexibly with colleagues.
• Skills in promoting literacy and student engagement.

Responsibilities

• Organize resources and create a supportive learning environment.
• Deliver library induction sessions to new students.
• Promote student success through library displays.

Skills

Passion for reading

Support for young people

Organizational skills

Education

Qualification in librarianship, teaching, or information science

Job description

Librarian - Charlton School

37 hours per week

Permanent, Term-time only

NJC Scale 2

The role will require the organisation of resources and space, and the cultivation of a friendly, supportive atmosphere to ensure that students have a calm and productive environment in which to study.

The successful candidate will also be expected to promote and highlight students’ success through assemblies and by regularly updating the library displays to showcase the talents of the school.

The Librarian will work flexibly and proactively with colleagues and departments, including but not limited to the Literacy Coordinator, the SENDCo and Learning Support, Subject Leaders, and Teachers.

This position offers the opportunity to have a direct impact on student learning and will be responsible for delivering library induction sessions to all new students.

We are looking for someone passionate about reading, literacy, and supporting young people, who thrives in a busy and rewarding environment. Ideally, candidates will have a qualification in librarianship, teaching, or information science, but relevant experience will also be considered.

Closing date for applications: 9.00am Tuesday 3rd June 2025

Interviews will be held the week commencing Monday 2nd June 2025

Application forms and further information are available on the school website: www.charlton.uk.com. Alternatively, you may contact Rachel Proctor at [e-mail] or call 01952 951409 Ext. 1830.

Note: CVs will not be accepted.

Safeguarding Statement: The Learning Community Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post holders working in regulated activity with children are required to have an enhanced DBS check, including a check on the children’s barred list.

References will be required for all shortlisted candidates, prior to interview, and will be checked following the Trust's recruitment process. An online check will also be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Candidates will need to complete a criminal self-disclosure declaration. Posts involving work with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; it is a criminal offence for individuals on the barred list to apply for such posts. For more information, see the MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975.

Equality and Diversity: We are committed to equality and diversity and follow Safer Recruitment practices as outlined in the statutory guidance. For more information about our safeguarding policies, please see our Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy here.

Attached Documents:

Candidate Application Pack