Library Management:

• Lead, run, and oversee the successful management of the library.

• Plan and oversee the financial management of the library budget and the preparation of financial estimates.

• Draw up and implement a policy for the library that reflects the ethos and educational aims and objectives of the school, in conjunction with senior staff and the line manager.

• Compile an annual report on the library's stock and developmental needs in relation to the library's integral role in supporting learning and raising achievement.

• Write and review a yearly improvement plan as part of the school's annual planning cycle.

• Ensure a high standard of display and promotional material to enhance the appearance of the library, providing an attractive environment conducive to study.

Resource Management:

• Select, acquire, organize, promote, and maintain books and non-book resources to cover the full age and ability range of the pupils, ensuring equality of opportunity for all students and staff.

• Optimize the use of ICT services for students to access both inside and outside of school.

• Arrange materials for effective retrieval, including the systematic indexing, classification, and cataloging of all the library's resources.

• Disseminate information about resources to staff and students as appropriate.

Curriculum and Reading Support:

• Lead library lessons that foster a love of reading.

• Support the implementation of reading interventions.

• Contribute to curriculum development through attendance at departmental discussions and informal liaison with individual teachers.

• Establish curriculum links to reading across various subjects.

• Participate with the teaching staff in the planning and development of reading programs.

Support for Students:

• Provide strategies for the selection and evaluation of information resources.

• Assist in the choice of materials to meet curricular and leisure needs.

• Support the implementation of reading interventions 

• Compile book lists where appropriate.

• Develop and deliver induction programs for Year 7, Year 10, and 6th form students.

• Act as a form tutor, supervise independent study, and mentor for Extended Project Qualifications (EPQs).

6th Form Support:

• Plan and manage the extended project for 6th form students.

• Supervise silent study sessions for 6th form students.

Enrichment Activities:

• Develop the use of the library before, during, and after school, including break and lunch times.

• Develop extracurricular activities such as a book club and a chess club.

• Develop homework clubs with the support of Special Needs staff.

• Lead the Festival of Reading for World Book Day and the Greyfriars Literary Festival. 

• Support at Open Evening and other marketing events in school, as required.

Professional Development:

• Engage in professional development, utilizing advisory services and staying current with children's literature and developments in education and librarianship through membership in CILIP and OSLA (Oxfordshire School Libraries Association).

• Encourage the training and development of staff in the use of the library.

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Additional Duties: 

Perform any other duties reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities of the grade of the post.ad library lessons that foster a love of reading

To continue personal development as agreed. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to Child Protection, Health and Safety and security, confidentiality and data protection. To support the school in meeting its legal requirements for worship. 

School Ethos 

To support the Catholic Ethos of the school. To play a full part in the life of the school community, to support its distinctive mission and ethos and to encourage staff and students to follow this example. 

To continue personal development as agreed To comply with the school's Health and Safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate

Person Specification – Librarian 

Education/ Qualifications 

➔ Good standard of education including C/5 equivalents in English and maths

• Degree and /or Diploma in Librarianship accredited by CILIP (Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals) or willingness to undertake this qualification is desired. 

Skills/Knowledge 

➔ Confident and accurate use of Google (Education) 

➔ Proficient use of SIMs database 

➔ Decision-making skills and the ability to solve problems, prioritise workload and work on own initiative 

➔ Good organisational ability with a systematic and methodical approach

➔ Excellent communication skills with an ability to communicate with a range of staff, pupils and parents 

➔ High standard of literacy and accuracy 

➔ Tact, diplomacy and ability to maintain confidentiality 

➔ Attention to detail 

Experience 

➔ Experience of working in an Academic Library is preferred 

➔ Experience of working in School environment is preferred 

Interpersonal skills 

➔ Ability to relate to teachers, other professionals, families and students ➔ Good listening skills 

➔ Ability to work as a member of a team, be solution-focused and work on own initiative