School Librarian job description

Job brief

We are seeking a friendly, approachable, and tech-savvy School Librarian to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for books and reading and have meticulous organizational skills. The focus of the role is to support students with finding books they need, and to ensure that books are returned to the library in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Keep the library in good order by ensuring that books are stored using the organization system in place, for example, by type or in alphabetical order.
• Ensure the library is clean and hazard-free.
• Greet students as they enter the library and offer them help in locating the books or materials they need.
• Assist students with checking out books and recording the check out on the computer system, ensuring to advise students when the books should be returned.
• Help and advise students and teachers on the use of the library's computers and photocopying equipment where required.
• Make calls and send out letters to students who have overdue books requesting their return.
• Ensure that all returned books are processed as returned on the computer system and re-organize them back into their original location.
• Keep the computer system up-to-date.
• Issue Library cards and issue replacements for lost library cards.

Requirements

• High School Education or above
• 2 years of experience within an educational setting would be highly advantageous
• Vocational qualification in a reading or librarian-focused course would be beneficial
• Previous experience working in a library setting or bookstore would be highly desirable
• Excellent computer skills
• Great communication skills
• Excellent attention to details
• Highly organized
• Friendly and approachable
• Great customer service skills