School Library Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Cannock Chase; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Cannock is seeking a dedicated School Library Assistant to support teaching and learning for students from Reception to Year 6. The ideal candidate will hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification and exhibit a passion for literacy, creativity in library displays, and effective communication with staff and students. This part-time role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a strong commitment to professional development and school improvement.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with experienced professionals

Commitment to professional development

Collaborative staff and leadership team

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent.
• Have a love of literacy and books.
• Demonstrate good organising, planning, and prioritising skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across Reception to Year 6.
• Design and maintain engaging library displays.
• Communicate daily with class teachers and leadership staff.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Grade C / Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths

Love of literacy and books

Effective use of ICT packages

Good organising, planning, and prioritising skills

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

SCHOOL LIBRARY ASSISTANT

Start Date: ASAP
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, term-time only plus INSET days
Hours: 12.5 hours per week (9:00 – 11:30am daily)

Grade: 3 (NJC Point 4)
Salary: £25,185 FTE
Actual Salary: £7,386 (pro rata)

About the Role

The Local Academy Council of Littleton Green Community School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated School Library Assistant to support teaching and learning across Reception to Year 6.

We are a hardworking and committed team of professionals who work together to provide a welcoming, safe, and outstanding academy and nursery environment.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) & Grade C / Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths
• Have a love of literacy and books, with enthusiasm for promoting reading across the school
• Be creative, with the ability to design and maintain engaging library and book-related displays
• Be able to communicate and promote a “Book of the Month” (or similar reading initiative)
• Have experience of the Accelerated Reader programme (desirable)
• Demonstrate effective use of ICT packages
• Be able to use relevant equipment and resources
• Work constructively as part of a team
• Relate well to children and adults
• Be able to direct other adults as required
• Demonstrate good organising, planning, and prioritising skills
• Be methodical, with excellent attention to detail
• Work effectively within school policies and procedures
• Communicate daily with class teachers, teaching assistants, and leadership staff
• Be proactive, adaptable, and flexible in their approach

We Offer:

• The opportunity to work with experienced and supportive professionals
• A strong commitment to professional development
• The chance to contribute to strategic school improvement
• A welcoming and collaborative staff and leadership team
• An excellent working environment

How to Apply

Applicants should submit a completed application form and monitoring form by the closing date to:

Mrs Thorneycroft, Headteacher
Littleton Green Community School
Colliers Way
Cannock
WS12 4UD

Email: [e-mail]

Important Dates

• Closing Date: Thursday 22 January 2026, 12 noon
• Interviews: Wednesday 28 January 2026
• Start Date: To be confirmed

Littleton Green Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

For further information, please visit:
🔗 https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service