This vacancy is only available to internal candidates who are currently employed at King's Academy Gomer. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed at this organisation as your application will not be considered.
At King’s Academy Gomer, our children love
reading, and we are committed to nurturing this passion. However, the role
extends far beyond books. Our librarian will work in partnership with staff to
ensure that high-quality resources, both physical and digital, support learning
in every subject area, helping pupils to develop as confident readers, curious
researchers and independent learners. School librarians play a central role in
organising and maintaining resources that underpin the curriculum, while also
promoting information literacy, critical thinking and a lifelong love of
learning
The role will involve:
● Managing the day-to-day running
of the school library
● Keeping books, shelves and records
in order, in all the reading areas
● Providing colourful and interesting displays,
making the library look interesting and inviting.
● Assisting staff with preparing the necessary books
and resources to support teaching and learning
● Support in the organisation of
special events.
● Overseeing our Therapy Dog Volunteer with
reading to selected pupils
● Assist in promoting and developing
reading awareness throughout the school
● Termly visits to the School Library Service,
to arrange book swaps.
● Annual stocktaking
● Training and supervision of Y6 Junior
Librarians
We are looking for someone who will:
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Champion a love of reading across the school
community
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Curate and manage a rich range of resources
aligned to the curriculum
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Support pupils in developing research, enquiry
and information literacy skills
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Work collaboratively with teachers to enhance
learning across all subjects
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Create an engaging, inclusive and inspiring
library environment
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Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Georgina Mulhall
enquiries@kgagomer.uk
