PolyMAT is a
small and ambitious MAT with a unique family feel that is seeking a School
Librarian. Our vision is ‘Success for
Everyone’ and the successful candidate will help deliver this for our schools.
We currently have three schools in our Trust: Woolwich Polytechnic School for
Boys, a long-successful boys’ school, Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls
that opened in 2019, and Bannockburn Primary School, a large successful primary
that joined the Trust on 1st November 2023.
We also have our flourishing Sixth Form provision which is
co-educational.
Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic
and creative School Librarian who is able to maintain an established library
that is at the heart of learning in the school, whilst promoting and
maintaining a stimulating and welcoming environment. The post holder will be
expected to promote the value of reading throughout the school and encourage
all students to read for pleasure. The Librarian will work alongside teaching
staff to support and develop students’ academic reading and research skills and
facilitate independent learning. Our aim is to foster a lifelong love of
reading throughout the school community.
The ideal candidate will have:
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Knowledge of and passion for children’s literature
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Understand how to improve literacy levels
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Understand how to engage students in reading at all stages of their
reading journey
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Excellent numeracy, literacy and oracy skills, including English and
Maths GCSE at grades A* to C
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Ability to work in a team and be part of the wider life and ethos of the
school, creating buy-in from the wider school about the importance of reading
·
Good ICT knowledge (Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook, Library
Catalogue Software).
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Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise and
multi-task with good attention to detail
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Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
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Ability to work independently
As a member of staff at Woolwich Polytechnic School
for Boys, we can offer you:
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Opportunities
for career progression
·
Access to
apprenticeship training
·
Excellent
professional development
·
A contributory
pension scheme
·
Opportunities
to collaborate with outstanding and dynamic teaching professionals
·
Access to
various discounts for a small monthly fee
·
An employee
assistance programme
·
Season ticket
loans
·
Excellent
catering facilities
·
Cycle2Work
Scheme
·
Secure on-site
parking
·
Free daily
coffee for staff
An online
search will be completed for information that is publicly available
online. This will include social media
accounts you may hold. This will only be
carried out on shortlisted candidates and usually before interview.
PolyMAT is committed to promoting equality,
challenging discrimination and providing opportunities for people with
disabilities. We are an inclusive Trust who strives to provide an environment
where everyone feels welcome and valued. We aspire to ensure that every member
of our community, regardless of circumstances or background, have the
opportunity to be the best version of themselves through our vision of ‘Success
for Everyone’.
For any potential applicants, we would like to
encourage you to inform us of any additional support or adjustments you may
need throughout the recruitment process. We have an open approach to support
for candidates with disabilities and recognise that reasonable adjustments may
be required based on each individuals needs.
Sharing your needs with us ahead of interview, allows us to fully support and ensure you are not disadvantaged during the process. We welcome candidates contacting us at any point should you feel uncomfortable declaring a disability, to reassure you that we are here to support. So, please contact hr@polymat.co.uk if this is the case.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 25 August. Interviews will be scheduled to take place shortly after.
Suitable candidates will be interviewed promptly upon receipt of application. The closing date will be brought forward in the event that the post is filled
Kasey Cetindal
02083107000
kcetindal@woolwichpolyboys.co.uk