SRI School Library  Full Time NEW

Salient Responsibilities:

• Curate and manage a diverse and inclusive library collection that supports curriculum goals, independent inquiry, and global perspectives.
• Lead the development of student research, digital literacy, and ethical information use across the school.
• Partner with teachers to embed library resources into transdisciplinary learning experiences and project-based work.
• Design and implement reading and research programs, book clubs, author visits, and family literacy events.
• Oversee cataloguing, collection development, circulation systems, and digital library platforms.
• Guide and mentor the Library Assistant and student volunteers in supporting the library’s daily operations and outreach.
• Ensure the library is a welcoming, well-organised, and intellectually stimulating environment for all learners.
• Serve as a thought partner in SRI’s curriculum development and work closely with our Centres of Excellence and curriculum leads to align library services with broader school priorities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a school or educational library; experience in IB, IGCSE, or inquiry-based learning environments is a strong advantage.
• Deep knowledge of children’s and young adult literature, information literacy frameworks, and library technologies.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail in managing resources and systems.
• Collaborative and proactive, with a passion for fostering a love of reading and research in young people.
• Confident in using library software, digital tools, and multimedia platforms to enhance the learning experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a warm, student-centered approach.
• Eager to contribute to a school environment that values creativity, sustainability, inclusion, and innovation.
• Familiarity with library software and confidence using digital tools and basic office applications.
• Organised, reliable, and capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for children’s and young adult literature, reading, and inclusive education.