Librarian; UAEN

Aldar Education is seeking an outstanding Librarian (UAE National) for Bateen World Academy in Abu Dhabi for immediate start.

Bateen World Academy is an Outstanding rated by ADEK International school located in the vibrant city of Abu Dhabi. Established in 2011, the school offers a rich and diverse educational experience through the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Diploma Programme (DP), IB Certificate pathway, IB Career-related Programme (CP) and BTEC qualifications, consistently achieving excellent outcomes in both IB and IGCSE examinations.

Our dedicated educators, coupled with a globally respected curriculum, create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment grounded in core values of excellence, respect, collaboration, creativity, and passion.

• Develop and deliver ‘library information literacy’ sessions to enable students to find resources independently.
• Select and order new books appropriate to grades and interests, meeting teacher requirements.
• Liaise with teachers to distribute topic‑related resources to classrooms.
• Catalog all resources in the automated library system, ‘Destiny Follett,’ using the Dewey system, labeling and covering books.
• Maintain the library database, ensuring records of students and teachers are current.
• Follow up on overdue books, collect fees for lost or damaged items, and repair damaged books.
• Maintain an attractive library environment that accommodates quiet reading and independent study.
• Promote reading with attractive displays to encourage a love of books and recommend new releases to students.
• Arrange author visits and local book‑shop fairs.
• Run the ‘Book Club,’ consolidating orders, and distributing books when they arrive.
• Sign books in and out and re‑shelve returned books.
• Respond to enquiries from teaching and non‑teaching staff on postholder responsibilities.
• Comply with health and safety, legislation, and school policies.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures.
• Attend necessary training related to duties.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties within the overall function and level of responsibility.

Diploma in Library Studies / Information or Bachelor of Library Information / Studies.

1–2 years experience as a librarian.

• Fluent English communication skills, written and oral.
• Arabic speaker preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills for daily contact with parents in a multicultural environment.
• Excellent office management skills.

We offer an attractive remuneration package and a range of benefits, emphasizing professional development, coaching, and training.

Successful candidates will have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to lead and develop themselves and others.

This job description is not all‑inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend it at any time.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment and encourage UAE Nationals to apply.

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.