School Librarian
We are currently Recruiting for
Role: School LibrarianSalary: NJC Scale 6
Contract: Part-time (7 – 17.5 hours per week) – Term Time Only
About the School
William Ellis School is a thriving, voluntary aided, non-denominational, inclusive comprehensive boys’ school serving the educational needs of boys from the ages of 11 to 18. It is an attractive site on the edge of Hampstead Heath with excellent access to Central London.It is a neighbourhood of great social and cultural diversity, and this diversity is very well represented at William Ellis.
The school is committed to nurturing successful students and good citizens through strong relationships in line with the school motto, “rather use than fame”. The school is part of the longest established and most successful mixed sixth form consortium in London, LaSWAP, which enables our students to access a wide range of subject expertise.We provide excellent professional opportunities for staff and are part of the Camden family of schools.
About the role
We are currently looking for a School Librarian who is motivated and enthusiastic and will be able to develop the school library to its full potential. You will be reporting to the Assistant Headteacher and your key responsibilities will be:
- Maintain and organise the school library’s collection of books, digital resources and other materials
- Assist students and staff in locating resources, offering guidance on reading materials and research projects
- Maintain and up-to-date inventory of resources, ensuring the library is stocked with contemporary, relevant and diverse materials
- Organise engaging whole-school literacy initiatives like author talks, world book day and reading for pleasure activities
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Experience and knowledge about the library process and have knowledge of IT systems
- Excellent organisational skills, and an ability to manage concurrent tasks in a demand-led environment with a positive attitude and a flexible approach
Application packs can be downloaded from the school website www.williamellis.camden.sch.uk, emailing the HR team HR@Williamellis.camden.sch.uk or calling the school office on 020 7267 9346
Closing Date: Friday 31st January 2025, MiddayInterview Date: TBC
Interested Candidates are welcome to contact the school for an informal conversation about the role, the school and to arrange a visit. We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date.
William Ellis School is committed to Equal Opportunities and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and therefore expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, all appointments are subject to DBS checks and excellent references and an online media search