We are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Secondary School librarian for Sunmarke School. The right candidate will have previous experience working in a successful Library and will have excellent organisational and communication skills. The Librarian will be responsible to carry out the day-to-day operation of the library under the direction of the Head Librarian.The role will be based in the Secondary team.

Main Accountabilities

• Promote a love of reading and a culture of curiosity, independent learning and active research amongst staff and students at all levels
• Ensure that the library plays an active and stimulating role in the intellectual life of the School.
• Advising on usage of resources and helping establish where improvements can be made
• Liaising with faculty heads to ensure key material is readily available.
• Be familiar with all aspects of curriculum in all phases covered by Fortes Education.
• Managing a responsive enquiry service, including literature searches and advice to colleagues.
• Processing new materials including books, audiovisual materials, etc.
• Registering and updating students records through the library system.
• Support the active and appropriate use of digital information services within and beyond the School.
• Ensure that services and facilities meet the needs of students and staff.
• Lending and collecting books, periodicals, and other library materials at circulation desks.
• Shelving books, periodicals, audiovisuals, etc. in the designated storage areas.
• Maintain library inventory and conduct periodic audits of the information on file
• Help stakeholders navigate the electronic records and periodicals
• Check books and other materials in and out of the library
• Teach students and staff how to use the electronic database and its functions
• Locating library materials for students including books, periodicals, audiovisuals, etc.
• Guiding patrons on how to use library services and resources.

Person Specification

• Proficient in MS Office Application and familiar with OPAC .
• Minimum Graduate Degree in Library Science.
• Must have at least 3 years’ relevant experience in library cataloging/classification.
• Previous experience in an educational setting is a must.
• Infectious passion for reading, literature and technology in education.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Engenders mutual respect with students, staff and parents.
• Flexible and responsive to the needs of the school community and driven to achieve the best outcomes for the school.
• Model and promote lifelong learning.
• Highly motivated individual with a strong ‘can do’ attitude.
• Dedicated to creating opportunities for the use of library resources and facilities.