Head Librarian
Role Overview & Responsibilities
HEAD LIBRARIAN
Permanent, full time, term-time plus 6 additional weeks.
We have an exciting opportunity at Shrewsbury School for a Head Librarian who will be responsible for providing the leadership and management of the Library service to Shrewsbury School. An important part of this role will be to promote independent learning within the school, working with the Heads of Faculty to support this as part of the overall academic provision.
It is desirable that the successful applicant will have Chartership or Fellowship with CILIP or equivalent, and have achieved a CILIP accredited Library and Information Studies degree or equivalent. Leadership and senior library environment experience is essential in addition to good interpersonal communication and time management skills.
In return we offer a competitive salary of up to £35k, depending on experience, the chance to work with inspiring pupils and colleagues, training and development opportunities and other generous benefits.
A full Job Description is contained within the Application Pack, which can be obtained from https://www.shrewsbury.org.uk/page/job-vacancies, alongside the Application Form. Alternatively please contact the Human Resources Department on 01743 280834 or email recruitment@shrewsbury.org.ukfor more information.
Closing Date: 12pm, Tuesday 9 May 2023.
Interviews will take place at the School during the working week commencing Monday 15 May 2023
Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will undergo thorough child protection screening including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 09/05/2023
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