Library Assistant - 0.4 FTE

Bishop Young CofE Academy is a vibrant academy in the heart of Seacroft, Leeds. We have recently been judged as Good in all areas by Ofsted- a milestone moment for us, making now a great time to join the Academy.

Bishop Young is a safe and welcoming family, where all God's children are valued, and all are enabled to flourish.

We are seeking a part time Library Assistant to work Thursday 8am until 4pm and Friday 8am until 3.30pm with half hour unpaid break.

We are looking for a dedicated individual who can:

•      Work flexibly and collaboratively as part of a team as well as on own

•      Is keen to promote a welcoming and helpful image of the Academy

•      Has the ability to deal confidently with enquiries from library users

•      Looking to develop their career within a supportive team

•      Able to encourage and enthuse students to achieve their full potential

You will be:

·        A highly motivated and hard-working person

·        A team-player who can develop positive relationships with children, families and colleagues

·        Someone who will support the Trust’s Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values

Our Trust, a family of eight academies in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale, shares a mission to work

In Partnership to Educate, Nurture and Empower

We can offer:

·        Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos as well as enthusiastic, well-motivated colleagues

·        A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme

·        Retail discounts/ offers at high street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym memberships, dental care

·        Free secure onsite parking

·        Membership of an excellent pension scheme

How to apply:

Please click the apply button which will take you through to our electronic form. You are advised to read our recruitment guidance which outlines our safer recruitment requirements and responsibilities, including pre-employment checks, and provides information about eligibility to apply. 

Information about our Trust is available on our website. Find out about Bishop Young Academy, including the academy Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, by visiting www.bishopyoungacademy.co.uk

To arrange a visit or find out more about the role, please contact Olga Bracewell at obracewell@bishopyoungacademy.co.uk

The closing date for this vacancy is 9am Wednesday 18th December 2024 with interviews to be held soon after.

Applications can only be submitted up until the closing date. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity as the Trust reserves the right to close vacancies early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.