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LIBRARY CO-ORDINATOR
22.5 hours per week (negotiable), term-time only
Salary WSCC Grade 4, point 5 (£25,583 pro rata, per annum, equating to £12,929.25 actual per annum)
The Governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic Library Co-ordinator who has a love of books, including children’s fiction, teen fiction and non-fiction, and all aspects of managing a school library. The successful candidate will actively promote a love of literature amongst all ages and provide a welcoming and supportive learning environment. The role involves working with teachers to support learning across the school, assisting with literacy interventions, encouraging pupils to develop their reading, research and study skills, and arranging events to promote literacy and reading for pleasure within the school community.
In return, we can offer you:
- A varied and interesting role which has a positive impact on children’s education
- A supportive, hard-working and committed team of staff and governors
- A high level of professional development
- Term time only working
- Enrolment in Local Government pension
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounted gym membership
- Access to Easit Card for discounted train travel
- Shared salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Employee Assistance
- Free on-site parking
- Complimentary tea/coffee available in the staffroom (all day)
- Staff social events
The school is an equal opportunity employer and supports the safeguarding and protection of children and individuals. This post is subject to a DBS Enhanced Disclosure. It is illegal to apply for a position requiring an enhanced DBS if you are on a barred list which prohibits you from working with children.
As part of our safeguarding processes for recruitment and due diligence at St Philip Howard Catholic School, we may complete an online search in addition to our standard background checks for your suitability to work within an educational setting. You will have a chance to address any issues of concern that come up during our search if called for interview.
Job Details
SPECIFIC DUTIES OF THE POST
- To establish and develop the Library and to promote a ‘whole school’ reading ethos, including reading for pleasure.
- To select and purchase books and e‑books within the library budget, including ordering in selections for specific events or department requests
- To catalogue, classify, access and process books and e-books.
- To create and manage a small team of ‘Student Librarians’
- To assist with literacy interventions, including leading small group or 1-1 reading. To assist students and staff with enquiries
- To promote a love of literature amongst all ages through the organisation of events and visiting speakers, eg Book Fair, author visits, Chichester Literature Quiz
- To compile book lists for all age groups as well as lists on specific themes when requested by departments or individuals.
- To promote the use of the Library as an essential and valuable resource among members of staff.
- To attend meetings organised by the School Library Service.
- To keep up to date with new developments and to liaise with other librarians.
- To provide a pleasant, interesting area where pupils feel they can work comfortably.
- To provide displays of material which stimulate interest in different genres/by different authors
- To develop links with department staff, particularly the English Department and Inclusion to support literacy.
- To construct an annual development plan for the library.
- In liaison with the Co-ordinator of Vocational Education, to maintain a careers section of the library including cataloging, classifying and processing booklets, books and using the Library software.
- To provide First Aid support to the students and staff of the school in the absence of the school nurse or under her guidance at busy periods. Full training will be provided.
- To undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the grade as and when required by SLT
- To support the school directly and/or indirectly in the fulfilment of its Catholic mission, and to identify with our Catholic/Christian ethos and behavioural standards.
What You Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role you will need to:
- Have a genuine passion for working with students and a love of books
- Promote a love of literature amongst all ages
- To compile book lists for all age groups as well as lists on specific themes when requested by departments or individuals.
- To promote the use of the Library as an essential and valuable resource among members of staff
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Have an understanding of data protection and confidentiality
- Liaise and communicate effectively with others
Further Information
St Philip Howard Catholic School and West Sussex County Council 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 an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
How to Apply
Please complete the CES application form and email to Jacqui Inglis at [email protected] or send to the school address.
Closing date for applications: 8am on Monday, 22 June 2026
Interviews: Thursday, 25 June 2026. Please note that we may invite promising applicants in for interview prior to the closing date where early applications are received.
Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01243 558205
NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.
The reference number for this role is SCHO02617.
