School Librarian (Full Time) (Temporary)

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School Librarian, Renfrewshire, Full Time, 35 hours p/w, Temporary until 30 June 2025, Grade 6: £31,097.97- £32,813.46 p.a.

 

All applicants should apply online at https://www.oneren.org/work-with-us/join-our-team/ where job outline and person spec is available. 

 

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4pm with a 30 minute lunch break.

 

 

You will be responsible for the effective administration, management and organisation of three school libraries; Johnstone High School Library (3 days per week), St. Andrews High School Library (1 day per week) and Gryffe High School Library (1 day per week).

 

 

Duties of the post include: to select relevant books and other learning resources to support the curriculum and the whole school community; to provide assistance and support to pupils and staff using the library; to encourage effective use of ICT and online resources; and to provide opportunities, activities and events to develop and enhance learning and literacy.

 

 

You must have a degree or postgraduate diploma in library and information studies or equivalent professional library qualification; have excellent ICT skills; and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy environment. You must also have the ability to work under your own initiative with minimum supervision, and good communication skills.

 

 

Experience of working in a library, and experience of working with children and young people is desirable, as is a knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence and of children’s literature.

 

 

 

Closing date: 21 November 2024

Interview Date: 3 December 2024

 

 

 

 

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a PVG Disclosure Scotland check.

 

 

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.

 

 

Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have ‘care experience’.