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Librarian

Birmingham City Council

Librarian

£11243

Birmingham City Council, Bordesley Green, Birmingham

  • Part time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 days ago, 18 Sep | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: a4d64113446147ffa1f692caf398f7f0

Full Job Description

  • in conjunction with other members of staff assist the Headteacher to draw up and implement a policy for the library which reflects the educational aims and objectives of the school. To monitor the effectiveness of the policy on a regular basis

  • plan and oversee the organisation and management of the library including the financial management of the library resource budget the preparation of financial estimates. The compilation of an annual report to the Governing Body on the library's stock and developmental needs in relation the library's integral role in supporting the school curriculum

  • contribute to curriculum development through attendance at management team, faculty and departmental discussions and informal liaison with individual teachers

  • selection, acquisition, organisation, promotion and maintenance of book and non-book resources to cover the full age and ability range of the school community, and to ensure an equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff

  • responsibility for optimising the use of IT services within the school; this is to include on-line view data systems and the compilation of in-house databases as appropriate. Development of training packages for staff and pupils on the use of IT as an effective information retrieval tool

  • arrangement of materials for effective retrieval including the systematic indexing, classification and cataloguing of all library resources to staff and students as appropriate

  • to ensure a high standard of display and promotional material to enhance the standard of appearance of the library in order to provide an attractive environment conductive to achieving optimum use both for purposeful study and leisure

    We wish to appoint a reliable and flexible person to join Bordesley Green Girls School and Sixth Form. You should have great communication skills and be able to converse confidently with students, staff and parents. Excellent timekeeping and attendance are an essential requirement for this role.


    • The successful candidate will be a committed, reliable and self-motivated person, who is able to form positive relationships with a range of stakeholders. As the Senior Librarian The key function is the management, development and promotion of the library within the school to ensure than an effective resource and information service is provided to all pupils and staff., This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for the role.

    Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence.

    There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
  • A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.

  • An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.

  • A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.

  • A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.

  • A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.


    • We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making.

    We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

    £25,119 to £31,364 pro rata Actual Salary: £9,004 to £11,243 per annum Subject to formal evaluation, In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.