Job Description

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic Ofsted rated ‘good’ school where all can thrive and staff are highly valued. We are looking for a Librarian to join our committed team of staff and to support us to promote reading to all our pupils in all year groups. The ideal candidate will be passionate about reading and committed to providing an excellent quality reading provision for children of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. They will also be a team player, prepared to support the operational running of the school where necessary.

St Ignatius College is:

• A highly respected, oversubscribed Jesuit Community with a rich history, committed to the academic, spiritual, and personal development of each individual
• A warm, friendly community where all are respected and valued
• A school where teachers are developed ‘’through a strong programme of ongoing individualised support’ and where leaders are ‘’without compromise in their continuing programme of improvement’’
• A school where students are courteous, respectful and keen to learn and succeed
• Teacher testimonial: “I feel that I have really grown professionally at St Ignatius College. Teachers are encouraged to take risks with their practice and the CPD is second to none. It is an incredibly supportive environment.”

The successful candidate will:

• Be highly organised and have the ability to effectively time manage and prioritise multiple tasks
• Have an excellent understanding of how learning resources can effectively support students’ learning
• Enjoy working with young people and have a passion for reading
• Understand how successful libraries work and have knowledge of library cataloguing systems such as the Dewey Decimal Classification System

What we offer:

• An experienced and dedicated staff who share their excellent practice with each other 
• A highly organised, energetic and well equipped department where students flourish and are enthusiastic about the subject
• Opportunities for professional development through a comprehensive CPD programme, Teaching and Learning team, support with becoming an examiner, ELKLAN training, Leadership Programmes
• Excellent modern facilities in a well-resourced school, with access to free parking and swimming pool 

We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. The successful applicant will be committed to the distinct Jesuit ethos of the College. St Ignatius College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Anyone applying to work in our school is expected to share this commitment.  

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