School Librarian
Listed on 2026-05-31
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Academic
School Librarian
Contract: Permanent, Full-time, 37 hours per week (Mon-Thu 08:00-16:00, Fri 08:00-15:30) Term Time only plus 2 INSET days.
Pay Scale: NJC
13-15
Start date: 01/09/2026
Interview date: 17/06/2026
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised School Librarian to manage and develop our inclusive, welcoming school library service. Reporting directly to our Senior Leader for Whole School Literacy & Reading, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our curriculum, promoting reading for pleasure, and developing students’ information and digital literacy skills.
This is a dynamic role where you will collaborate directly with faculties, deliver targeted literacy intervention programmes, and create a purposeful, safe, and inspiring learning environment.
Key Responsibilities:- Oversee day-to-day operations, including cataloguing, stock collection development, and budget management.
- Partner with teachers to integrate library resources into the curriculum and guide students in using digital research tools.
- Deliver planned literacy intervention programmes, track student progress, and organise engaging book displays and reading events.
- Ensure equitable access to resources for all students while upholding a strict commitment to safeguarding.
The successful candidate will have an unequivocal commitment to excellence and a core belief that all students can achieve, regardless of their background. They will be enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and possess the skills to deliver high-quality student support, and be committed to the personal development of our students.
What Ashton Park School can offer:- A highly collaborative department of specialists
- Committed and supportive staff body with a real sense of community
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Ashton Park Fitness Centre offers
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Free eye tests
- Access to staff sports and competitions
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Internal job market and great opportunities for progression
- Family friendly policies
- Free parking
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