Librarian

Responsible To: SENCO/Literacy Lead

Location: Margate, Kent

Salary: Competitive salary dependent on experience

Start Date: As soon as possible

 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone enthusiastic and innovative to develop an outstanding library provision here at Hartsdown.  

 

The successful candidate will undertake the day-to-day running of the school library provision under the direction of the school Literacy Lead. Specific duties will include overseeing the maintenance and use of the school library, including the Accelerated Reader and Lexia provision, facilitating library-based learning and supporting the delivery of literacy interventions for low ability learners.

 

The ideal candidate will have experience of working with children, ideally of secondary age, hold Level 2 or 3 NVQ Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) and GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualification).

 

Applicants must have good knowledge of policies and procedures relating to Special Educational Needs, child protection, health, safety, security, equal opportunities and confidentiality.

 

In return we will offer you:

  • An exciting environment where you can really make a difference
  • Being part of a small local trust that is totally committed to its staff and children
  • Significant opportunities for CPD and development

 

Applications can be made via Kent Teach:  Please click  here

 

Closing date:  24th November 2020 12.00pm

 

Hartsdown Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will need to undertake a DBS Employment Check.