IB School Library Assistant

Shiv Nadar School; Chennai; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Shiv Nadar School Chennai is seeking a Library Assistant to help manage the school library and promote a love of reading among students and staff. You will work closely with the Librarian and teachers to support information access, inquiry-based learning, and literacy activities across IB programmes.

The role includes organizing materials, assisting with circulation, and helping implement reading initiatives and book promotions in a dynamic school environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Library Science or related field.
• Proficiency in library management software and digital research tools.
• Familiarity with children’s and young adult literature; enthusiasm for reading promotion.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize, catalogue, shelve and maintain library materials.
• Assist students and teachers with locating, borrowing, and returning resources.
• Promote reading through displays, author spotlights and reading challenges.
• Maintain an organized, welcoming library space for reading and research.
• Support integration of library resources into IB PYP and MYP units.
• Assist with acquisition, inventory and withdrawals records.
• Oversee student use and ensure library policies are followed.
• Provide basic assistance with library software for check-outs and research.
• Collaborate with teachers to support literacy and inquiry activities.
• Assist Librarian with events, reading weeks, and book fairs.

Education

Bachelors in Library Science

Diploma in Library Science

Tools

Library management software

Digital research tools

Job description

Job Description – Library Assistant

Function: Non Academic Grade : Non Academic

Department: Primary Years Programme Reporting to: Coordinator - Primary Years

Programme

Employment

Type:

Full Time Location: Chennai

Job Summary

The Library Assistant supports the smooth and efficient functioning of the school library by assisting in the management, organization, and promotion of library resources. The role involves supporting students and staff in accessing information, fostering a love for reading, and integrating library services into inquiry-based learning across the IB programmes. The Library Assistant works closely with the Librarian, faculty, and students to create an inviting and resourceful learning environment that encourages curiosity, research, and lifelong learning.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing, cataloguing, shelving, and maintaining books, periodicals, and other library materials.
• Support students and teachers in locating, borrowing, and returning library resources efficiently.
• Promote a reading culture through book displays, author spotlights, and reading challenges in coordination with the Librarian.
• Maintain an organized and welcoming library space conducive to reading and research.
• Support the integration of library resources into classroom learning, particularly for transdisciplinary (PYP) and interdisciplinary (MYP) units.
• Assist in the acquisition and inventory process by maintaining accurate records of new materials and withdrawals.
• Oversee student use of library facilities and ensure adherence to library policies and etiquette.
• Provide basic assistance with library software systems for cataloguing, check-outs, and research support.
• Collaborate with teachers to support literacy and research-based activities for students.
• Support the Librarian in planning and executing library events, reading weeks, author visits, and book fairs.

Education Requirements

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• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Library Science, Information Management, or a related field.
• Proficiency in library management software and digital research tools.
• Familiarity with children’s and young adult literature, and enthusiasm for reading promotion.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a school or educational library setting (IB or international school experience preferred).
• Ability to work effectively with students, teachers, and administrative staff.
• Experience in assisting with cataloguing, circulation, and resource management.
• Basic knowledge of digital literacy and technology-based research tools.
• A proactive, approachable, and service-oriented attitude with attention to detail.