Job Description

Librarian

Secondary School - Tower Hamlets
Salary: £14 - 15.50 p/h
Hours: Full-time

We are seeking a motivated, organised and enthusiastic Librarian to join our vibrant secondary school in the heart of Tower Hamlets. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in promoting reading, literacy and independent learning across the school.

The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day running of the school library, creating a welcoming and inclusive space that supports students' academic progress, wellbeing and love of reading.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop the school library as a calm, engaging and purposeful learning environment

  • Support students with reading, research and independent study

  • Promote reading for pleasure and information literacy across Key Stages 3-5

  • Organise, catalogue and maintain library resources (print and digital)

  • Work closely with teaching staff to support curriculum learning

  • Supervise students using the library during the school day

  • Support literacy initiatives and events such as reading programmes and book fairs

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

  • Experience working in a library or educational setting (desirable)

  • A passion for reading, literacy and young people's learning

  • Strong organisational and ICT skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

We Offer

  • A supportive and inclusive school community

  • Enthusiastic students who value the library space

  • Professional development opportunities

  • The chance to make a real difference in a diverse inner-London school

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.