School Library Assistant

School Librarian / Library Technician – Secondary School (Southwark) Location: London Borough of Southwark Contract: Full-time, Term-Time Only long term until July 2027 Salary: £15 – 17 PHR Are you an organised, student-focused School Librarian, Library Assistant, or Library Technician looking for your next opportunity in a vibrant secondary school? Our partner school in Southwark is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic professional to lead the day-to-day running of their school library and support literacy across the school. Key Responsibilities * Manage the daily operations of the school library * Support students with research, reading, homework, and literacy development * Catalogue, organise and maintain books, digital resources, and library systems * Deliver library inductions and promote reading for pleasure across year groups * Assist teaching staff with resources for lessons and curriculum projects * Oversee library behaviour, independent study, and quiet working areas * Coordinate book loans, returns, reservations, and stock management * Support whole-school literacy events, book fairs, and reading initiatives Requirements * Experience as a School Librarian, Library Technician, Library Assistant, or similar * Strong organisational and administrative skills * Confident using library management systems (e.g., Eclipse, Accessit, Oliver) * Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage students * A passion for reading, information literacy, and supporting young people * Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply) What the School Offers * A welcoming and supportive secondary school environment * Opportunities for professional development and library training * A diverse student community with strong literacy ambitions * Modern facilities and a well-resourced library space How to Apply Click apply