Librarian - London, United Kingdom - Sue Hill Recruitment

Sue Hill Recruitment

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

Librarian

East London

£36,569.20 pro rata

Term Time + 4 weeks = 43 weeks

40 hours per week

ASAP Start
Sue Hill Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for a Librarian for our education provider client in East London.

Main purpose of the job

The Librarian will work closely with the Head Librarian to facilitate the Library and Information services provided to approximately 1450 students and 300 teaching and support staff.

An Enhanced DBS is required for this position which the client will request during the offer stage

Duties and responsibilities

Supervise pupils and positively manage behaviour in accordance with Library guidelines
Create and maintain a welcoming and purposeful environment where pupils can work, learn and participate in any school related initiatives
Provide information retrieval and guidance support to pupils and staff
Develop the library's contribution to literacy and information skills
Work with teaching staff to integrate library services and resources into the school curriculum
Use the Library Management System (Oliver) to issue and discharge books and equipment, add records, catalogue new items, perform collection management and generate reports
Select, acquire, organise and maintain library resources within budget
Organise and promote activities and events that stimulate innovation and learning that will inspire pupils through a range of media and technologies
Provide technical support for printing, copying and scanning when using library digital equipment

Person Specification

A relevant honours degree within Library and Information Management or extensive Library experience from within an academic environment
Working knowledge of forward looking Education Information Systems
Experience of working with young people and meeting their educational needs
Previous experience or working within a school library advantageous
Experience of using Library Management Systems
Experience of online searching for information retrieval
Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the school community
Strong IT skills
Ability to work well as part of a team and to build trust in those requiring assistance
Confident in instructing groups of pupils in the use of library resources
Effective time management skills