School Librarian

Kingsmeadow Community School is recruiting a librarian to set up and run its brand-new library, opened in September 2026. The work covers building and managing the collection, selecting and cataloguing books and digital resources, promoting reading, and helping students and staff with research and information literacy. The post is term-time only and paid pro rata, with the chance to shape the library from the start.

Enhanced DBS and online search checks apply, and visa sponsorship is not available.

• Set up, organise and manage the school library collection
• Establish and develop the library as a welcoming, inclusive, well-resourced learning environment
• Lead and manage the library as a multifunctional space
• Select, acquire and catalogue books and digital resources
• Promote reading through events, displays and initiatives
• Support students with literacy, research and information skills
• Support staff with research, text choices and information literacy
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to support the curriculum
  
  Manage library systems, loans and records
• Create an inspiring environment where critical thinking and creativity flourish

• Enhanced DBS check
• Online search checks
• Right to work in the UK