St Aloysius College is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and organised Librarian to join our library team and help foster a culture of reading, curiosity, and independent learning across the school.
Working alongside the Library Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in creating a welcoming and engaging library environment where students can discover new interests, develop their literacy skills, and become confident, lifelong readers.
The role offers an exciting opportunity to work with students and staff to promote reading for pleasure, support learning across the curriculum, and contribute to a wide range of literacy events and initiatives throughout the academic year.
The successful candidate will also support the school's literacy strategy through the delivery of targeted reading and literacy interventions, including Lexia programmes for identified students, working closely with the Whole School Literacy Coordinator and Library Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Library Operations
- Support the daily operation of the school library.
- Maintain an organised, accessible, and welcoming library environment.
- Catalogue, classify, and process new books and resources.
- Assist with stock management and identify resources for potential purchase.
- Support regular stock audits and maintain accurate library records.
- Create engaging displays and promote library resources throughout the year.
Student Support
- Support students in locating and selecting appropriate reading and research materials.
- Encourage reading for pleasure and independent learning.
- Assist students in developing information and digital literacy skills.
- Promote the responsible use of library resources and facilities.
- Provide a welcoming environment that supports students' learning and wellbeing.
Literacy Promotion
- Support whole-school reading initiatives and literacy activities.
- Organise book displays, reading challenges, themed events, competitions, and other activities that promote reading for pleasure.
- Assist with activities linked to World Book Day and other literacy-focused events.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff to support curriculum enrichment and reading engagement.
- Promote reading and literacy across all year groups.
Literacy Intervention Support
- Deliver and monitor Lexia literacy interventions for identified students.
- Track student progress and maintain accurate intervention records.
- Liaise with teaching staff and relevant pastoral and SEND colleagues regarding student progress.
- Encourage student engagement and celebrate achievements in literacy development.
- Support the school's wider literacy strategy through targeted intervention work.
Administrative Duties
- Operate the library management system, including issuing and returning resources.
- Monitor overdue loans and communicate with students regarding returns.
- Maintain accurate records and produce routine reports as required.
- Assist with ordering resources and liaise with suppliers regarding deliveries.
- Support the Library Manager with administrative tasks relating to library services.
Health and Safety
- Ensure the library remains a safe, secure, and welcoming environment.
- Comply with school safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection policies.
- Promote positive behaviour and uphold school expectations within the library.
Safeguarding
St Aloysius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS clearance, and all other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Equal Opportunities
The post holder will be expected to carry out all duties in accordance with the Colleg
Pay: £13,406.36 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London N6 5LY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
