Job Introduction
Do you want to be part of a school community on a journey from good to outstanding?
Do you want to make a difference to outcomes for all students?
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Library Assistant to organise, maintain and contribute to the promotion of the Library, creating a vibrant, interesting, and inspiring learning space for students. This includes working in partnership with the Library Manager, who works Monday - Thursday.
The ideal candidate should have a flexible approach to work and an ability to engage with students at every stage of their learning. In this role you would be expected to work in partnership with the teaching and learning staff to support the delivery of timetabled Library Lessons and to support with the ongoing implementation of the School’s literacy targets.
Qualified librarian status is not essential as full training will be given. However, a love of literature, an understanding of the importance of reading and extracting information to support independent learning and a desire to make a difference to students’ appreciation of the value of reading, research, and the acquisition of knowledge, is essential.
Main Responsibilities Include:
- Carrying out daily routines to ensure the smooth running of the Library
- Increasing the use of resources
- Use of ICT systems effectively
- • Support the Library Manager with the updating of resources
- To supervise students and manage behaviour whilst using the Library
- Support the Library Manager and Whole School Literacy Lead with the Library Improvement Plan
Hours: Fridays ONLY: 8.15am – 3.00pm (30 min lunch break), 6.45hrs, 39 weeks per year (term time only, including inset days).
For further information, please contact Sarah Fradley, Whole School Literacy Lead: Sarah.Fradley@staff.beaufort.hants.sch.uk
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Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
