Library Assistant

Harrow International School Bengaluru; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrow International School Bengaluru is seeking a Library Assistant to support day-to-day library operations, helping students and staff access resources, organize materials, and promote a positive reading culture.

The role involves assisting with circulation, cataloging, and library displays, while supporting reading programs and literacy initiatives across the school community. Strong organizational skills and a passion for reading are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Library Science, Information Science, Education, or a related field.
• Experience in a school, academic, or public library preferred.
• Familiarity with library management systems and digital resources.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Passion for reading, learning, and supporting student development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
• Reporting To Librarian / Head Librarian

Responsibilities

• Assist students and staff in locating books, digital resources, and reference materials.
• Issue, return, renew, and maintain records of library resources using the library management system.
• Catalogue, label, shelve, and organize books and learning resources.
• Maintain an orderly, welcoming, and student-friendly library environment.
• Support the Librarian in conducting reading programs, book fairs, author visits, and literacy initiatives.
• Assist teachers in identifying and sourcing resources to support curriculum requirements.
• Monitor library usage and ensure compliance with library policies and procedures.
• Help maintain digital library resources, databases, and online subscriptions.
• Prepare displays, reading corners, and promotional materials to encourage student engagement with reading.
• Assist with stock verification, inventory management, and procurement of new resources.
• Support students in developing research and information literacy skills.

Skills

Organizational skills

Record-keeping

Reading promotion

Education

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Library Science, Information Science, Education, or a related field

Tools

Library Management System

Microsoft Office

Digital resources

Job description

Job Title: Library AssistantPosition OverviewThe Library Assistant supports the day-to-day operations of the school library by assisting students and staff in accessing library resources, maintaining library records, organizing materials, and promoting a positive reading culture within the school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist students and staff in locating books, digital resources, and reference materials.
• Issue, return, renew, and maintain records of library resources using the library management system.
• Catalogue, label, shelve, and organize books and learning resources.
• Maintain an orderly, welcoming, and student-friendly library environment.
• Support the Librarian in conducting reading programs, book fairs, author visits, and literacy initiatives.
• Assist teachers in identifying and sourcing resources to support curriculum requirements.
• Monitor library usage and ensure compliance with library policies and procedures.
• Help maintain digital library resources, databases, and online subscriptions.
• Prepare displays, reading corners, and promotional materials to encourage student engagement with reading.
• Assist with stock verification, inventory management, and procurement of new resources.
• Support students in developing research and information literacy skills.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Library Science, Information Science, Education, or a related field.
• Experience in a school, academic, or public library preferred.
• Familiarity with library management systems and digital resources.
• Good organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Passion for reading, learning, and supporting student development.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer applications.
• Reporting ToLibrarian / Head Librarian