SRI School Librarian Full Time NEW

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of a future-ready, inclusive library environment that supports reading, research, and independent learning across all key stages.
• Promote a strong reading culture through events, curated displays, and student engagement initiatives that reflect diverse voices and support personalised learning.
• Equip students with research, referencing, and source evaluation skills, supporting project-based learning, and academic pathways in collaboration with curriculum leaders.
• Work in close coordination with SRI’s Centres of Excellence and curriculum teams to align library provision with key learning themes, interdisciplinary projects, and whole-school priorities in innovation, inclusion, and digital learning.
• Support teachers in embedding library resources into schemes of work, recommending relevant texts, research tools, and enrichment materials that reinforce classroom learning.
• Maintain a diverse, current, and balanced collection of physical and digital resources based on student need, curriculum requirements, and strategic development goals.
• Manage digital subscriptions and promote access to e-books, academic databases, and emerging technologies (e.g., AR/VR, AI tools) to enhance the research and reading experience.
• Ensure the library supports all learners, offering differentiated resources, multilingual materials, and inclusive practices that meet the needs of a diverse student body.
• Encourage student voice, ownership, and leadership within the library through peer-led initiatives, student librarianship opportunities, and regular feedback channels.
• Use borrowing trends, digital engagement analytics, and student/staff feedback to inform decisions on library programming, space design, and resource acquisition.
• Oversee library systems and daily operations, ensuring accurate cataloguing, borrowing processes, inventory management, and policy compliance in line with GEMS and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

•  Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Library and Information Science.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a school or academic library setting.
• Strong understanding of research skills, digital resource curation, and inquiry-based education.
• Experience with British or equivalent curricula is preferred.
• Comfortable using library management systems and digital tools (e.g., databases, citation software, online repositories).
• A proactive approach to supporting learners in a tech-enhanced and innovation-led environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills with a clear passion for reading, research, and lifelong learning.
• Strong organisational abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A friendly and approachable manner, with a commitment to providing excellent customer service.