School Librarian
William Ellis School
Camden
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- Salary:
- NJC Scale 6
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 1 November 2024
Job overview
We are currently Recruiting for
Role: School Librarian
Salary: 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. Literacy and reading are an ongoing focus in our School Development Plan and are a core part of our Pupil Premium strategy.
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 1st November 2024, Midday
Interview 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
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About William Ellis School
William Ellis School is a voluntary-aided, non-denominational comprehensive school in the London Borough of Camden, serving the secondary educational needs of boys in the diverse local community and of girls in the Sixth Form.
The aims of the school are to enable our pupils to strive for excellence in the academic, sporting and cultural spheres, and to contribute to a democratic society as good citizens, by developing:
• Good communication skills in written and spoken English and another language.
• Numeracy and problem-solving skills, particularly in the context of science and technology.
• Good health, physical education and activity.
• An informed understanding of the world of industry, commerce and work, and the processes of wealth creation.
• Creative skills and an appreciation of art, music and drama.
• An interest in the wider world and other cultures, through the learning of languages and travel.
• A growing awareness of ethical behaviour, respect for the environment and social justice.
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