School Library Assistant: Inspire Reading & Learning

Alleyn's School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Tech scheme

Local business discounts

Job summary

Alleyn's School in Dulwich, London, is seeking a proactive Library Assistant to support daily operations of our busy School Library during term time. You will help pupils find resources, assist with displays and events, and promote literacy and independent learning across the school community.

The role requires an organised, detail‑minded graduate with strong IT skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. DBS checked applicants welcomed.

Qualifications

• A graduate with a genuine interest in literature, reading and education.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Strong IT skills and the ability to work confidently with digital resources and online platforms.
• A proactive, enthusiastic and flexible approach to work.
• Experience working in a library, school or customer-facing environment is desirable.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Help pupils locate resources and develop a love of reading.
• Assist with library events, displays and reading initiatives.
• Support literacy, independent learning and academic success across the School community.

Skills

Literature interest

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Proactive/flexible

Library experience desirable

Education

Graduate

Tools

Digital resources

Job description

Alleyn's School in Dulwich, London, is seeking a proactive Library Assistant to support daily operations of our busy School Library during term time. You will help pupils find resources, assist with displays and events, and promote literacy and independent learning across the school community.

The role requires an organised, detail‑minded graduate with strong IT skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. DBS checked applicants welcomed.