Librarian at Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/MVPA/50464

Location

Victoria Park Road, Hackney, London, Greater London, E9 7HD

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

Annually (FTE) Support staff pay scale spine point 22 to 32 (£32,022 to £41,503)

Closing Date

Midnight, Wed 3rd Jun, 2026

Start Date

1st September 2026 [Inset Days 2nd & 3rd September]

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

About this Role

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy seeks to appoint a Librarian

Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically.

Since the federation was formed in 2004, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools. We now consist of seven academies:

Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney
Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock
Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHLA) primary, Thurrock
Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney
Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock
Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney
Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and passionate Librarian to lead and develop our vibrant library provision and promote a culture of love-of-reading amongst all students and the wider school community.

The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operation of the library, oversee physical and digital resources, and create an engaging learning environment that supports both academic achievement and reading for pleasure. They will lead targeted reading interventions, support students with lower reading ages, and encourage reluctant readers through creative and inclusive literacy initiatives.

The role includes organising exciting events such as World Book Day activities, book fairs, competitions, and author visits, while also promoting use of the online library catalogue and digital reading platforms including Wheelers e-Platform.

The successful candidate will work closely with staff and students to support literacy development, independent learning, and student wellbeing. They will also supervise and support students during break, lunch, and after school, advising students on appropriate reading materials suited to their interests and abilities.

Applicants should have experience working within a library or in an educational setting, experience using library databases and catalogue systems, and a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a genuine passion for literacy, student development, and reading engagement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to make a significant contribution to literacy, reading culture, and student achievement within a supportive school environment.

Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence.

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including:

Private healthcare, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation
Early finish on Friday – secondary academies
Hybrid working for planning and preparation time – primary academies
The Mossbourne Allowance*
Free lunches*
Free staff fitness classes and/or use of onsite gym – secondary academies
Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes
Discounts at local restaurants
Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs
Saturday and holiday paid programme
Special leave scheme (additional paid time off)
Staff appreciation awards and events
First rate professional development and career opportunities
Financial support for career development*
‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff*
Remuneration for exam board marking*
Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week

*Terms and conditions apply for some benefits

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We are committed to anti-racist principles and practices, and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal.

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

You can follow us on LinkedIn at – https://www.linkedin.com/company/mossbourne-federation/

Find more about working with Mossbourne Federation in our Federation Recruitment and Employee Experience Brochures.