This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly, dynamic and outstanding Catholic school. We value our staff and want to develop them to the full in a supportive environment. We are looking for a Library Assistant to join our committed team of staff and to support us to promote reading to all our pupils in all year groups. The ideal candidate will be passionate about reading and committed to providing an excellent quality reading provision for pupils of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. They will also be a team player, prepared to support the operational running of the school where necessary. In addition to the library duties, you will be supervising Sixth Form study sessions.
St Ignatius College is:
A highly respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community with a rich history, committed to the academic, spiritual, and personal development of each individual
A warm, friendly community where all are respected and valued
A school where teachers are developed ‘’through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support’ and where leaders are ‘’without compromise in their continuing programme of improvement’’
A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to learn and succeed
Teacher testimonial: “I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College. Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment.”
The successful candidate will:
Be highly organised and have the ability to effectively time manage and prioritise multiple tasks
Have an excellent understanding of how learning resources can effectively support students’ learning
Enjoy working with young people and have a passion for reading
Understand how successful libraries work and have knowledge of library cataloguing systems
What we offer:
An experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other
A highly organised, energetic and well-equipped department where students flourish and are enthusiastic about the subject
Free tea and coffee
Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking and swimming pool
We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. The successful applicant will be committed to the distinct Jesuit ethos of the College. St Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.
Jeniene Fordham
01992 717835
recrutiment@st-ignatius.enfield.sch.uk
