Graduate Librarian

Summary:

Join a school as a Graduate Librarian and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic learning environment.

About the School:

A school with a long history and a strong commitment to academic excellence, fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity, personal growth, and inclusivity.

The Opportunity:

As a Graduate Librarian, you will play a key role in supporting the library’s mission to provide a welcoming and information-rich environment for students. This role offers structured training and the opportunity to develop essential library skills, making it ideal for those aiming to pursue a postgraduate qualification in Library and Information Science.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a calm, comfortable, and welcoming library environment that supports both study and reading for pleasure.
• Support the day-to-day operation of the library, including circulation of library resources and organisation of materials.
• Assist with processing new stock, maintaining well-ordered shelves, and creating engaging library content for both in-person and online audiences.
• Manage the Issue Desk at the start of each day, answering enquiries, registering classes, and supervising pupils as needed.
• Ensure a focused and orderly environment through strong interpersonal and behaviour management skills.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Strong interpersonal, IT, and behaviour management skills.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service and a welcoming library experience.
• Willingness to learn and develop library knowledge through structured training and support.

Preferred

• Prior experience working in a library or similar setting.
• Interest in pursuing a postgraduate qualification in Library and Information Science or a related field.
• Experience with social media content creation or library promotion.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Generous school pension scheme.
• Free access to the school’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and season ticket loans after probation period.