Graduate Library Trainee
Forest School is a co-educational day school located in the heart of Waltham Forest, catering to students aged 4 to 18. We are seeking to appoint a Graduate Library Trainee to assist in both our Primary and Secondary school libraries. This fixed-term position, running from September 2025 to June 2026, is ideal for individuals seeking work experience prior to undertaking a postgraduate course in Librarianship.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the day-to-day operations of the library,- Staffing the library desk (checking books out to students, processing returns, textbook issue and shelving)
- Supervising students during breaks and lunchtimes
- Creating seasonal displays.
Completing a self-directed project. This could take the form of:
- Running a library club or book group,
- Re-developing and improving elements of the library collection,
- Arranging author visits or other library events for the benefit of students.
These activities will form part of a comprehensive training program designed to prepare you for your future studies and a career in librarianship.
Why work at Forest?
There are many benefits of working at Forest school as staff are our single most important asset. Key benefits include:
- Generous CPD budget
- Comprehensive Professional Development Review system
- Opportunities to contribute to the wider community via our extensive Outreach Programme
- Free hot lunch (takeaway sandwich lunch also available) and refreshments throughout the day
- 20% fee remission (pro-rata for part time staff) for children attending Forest which is applicable Y3-Y13
- Subsidised membership to the Sylvestrian Leisure Centre
- Membership of the School's Group Life Assurance scheme and Personal Accident Scheme
- Contribution towards private medical insurance fees
- Membership of a pension scheme
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so early applications are encouraged. Forest School reserves the right to make appointments at any stage.
Applications close on 27th February 2025, 08:00am
Interviews will take place on the week commencing 3rd March 2025.
Please note that if you have previously applied for this position and were not successful, your application will only be reconsidered if there have been significant changes to your qualifications, or skills that align more closely with the person specification.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.We are an equal opportunities employer.