Library Assistant (part-time - 2 days per week)

We require a Library Assistant (part time) at Brentside High School. In this post you will:

· contribute to the provision of an inspiring, thriving, supportive library which supports and engages our students

· supervise students in the library (particularly 6th Formers)

· assist with readers' enquiries

· shelve books and carry out general housekeeping tasks

· process computerised loans and returns

· catalogue and process new books and maintain the existing collection

· create effective displays to promote the library's holdings and general reading

· monitor stock security

· assist with photocopier/printers/computerised catalogue/scanners

· assist the Librarian in administrative tasks

· assist with library induction

· support the administration of reading initiatives across the school

· monitor, support and analyse students' use of the library

· supervise students outside of the library when necessary, as directed by senior members of staff

Applicants will need to have GCSE English grade C/4 or equivalent, should ideally have experience of working with students aged 11 to 19 and must have a commitment to our school's vision.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at www.gov.uk/dbs

In addition, as part of the shortlisting process, we may conduct an online search as part of due diligence checks in the recruitment process.

An application form can be downloaded from the school's website: http://www.brentsidehigh.ealing.sch.uk/89/staff-vacancies

Please return application and personal statement to Ms T Roach

t.roach@brentsidehigh.ealing.sch.uk

Applicants will need to have GCSE English grade C/4 or equivalent, should ideally have experience of working with students aged 11 to 19 and must have a commitment to our school's vision.