Library Manager

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Hours of work: 22.5 Hours

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.

(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Fixed term for: TBC

Closing date: Friday 10 March 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Cavendish School

Eldon Road

Eastbourne

East Sussex

BN21 1UE

Phone: 01323 744290

Email: personnel@cavendish.cet.uk

Website: www.cet.uk/vacancies

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

LIBRARY MANAGER (PART TIME)

22.5 Hours per week (worked across three days)

Single Status 5 Points 12-13

£25,183 - £25,584 pro-rata. Actual Salary - £13,230 - £13,441

Term time - 39 weeks per year

Temporary - Maternity Cover

Closing date: 9am Friday 7 March 2025

Interview date: w/c 10 March 2025

Starting date: 22 April 2025

NB: we advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and committed Library Manager to work alongside our current Library Manager. The Library Manager will manage and promote pupil literacy and learning and the use of the Primary and Secondary Library by the school community across both phases

Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding support for young people? Do you want to make a difference to the outcomes and life chances of young people? Would you enjoy the opportunity to work in a school environment?

This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to pursue a career in education. You will be part of a specialised and dedicated team, which is committed to providing a safe and inclusive learning environment, where everyone is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.

The Head of Phase is looking for highly motivated, committed professionals who are passionate and enthusiastic to join in the continued development and success of our exciting all-through status. If you have the skills, drive and enthusiasm this could be the perfect role for you.

The ideal candidate will:

• Believe in creating strong, positive relationships with the children, developing them personally, socially, emotionally and academically
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills
• Have the ability and determination to ensure excellent progress and to raise standards.
• Establish and maintain the highest standards
• Inspire, challenge and motivate our pupils
• Have the potential to get the best out of our pupils and can forge positive relationships with children
• Have a commitment to personal and professional development
• Be a team player who is supportive of colleagues

The job role consists of:

• Managing a library based system.
• To research and source information on bestsellers/best buys and make decisions on suitable reading material.
• To manage bookings for the Secondary Library.
• To be responsible for library stock maintenance and control.
• To attend relevant meetings and liaise with professional groups to ensure maximum use is made.
• To organise Library events and trips e.g. World Book Week, Author visits, and Open Evening Library Event, Pupil Book Groups, Southern Book Awards and other literary themed events. To promote the welfare of all children.
• To support pupil learning - by running small reading groups and lunchtime and afternoon school clubs.
• To manage the learning environment - arrange displays, accessible resources, ensure the Libraries are tidy and welcoming.

This school offers:

• A strong and visionary leadership
• To be part of a vibrant community
• To be part of an exciting new environment in our all-through campus
• Excellent CPD opportunities for all levels and interests
• Staff Wellbeing: a genuine focus on staff wellbeing
• Pupils who are motivated and keen to learn

You will join a team of dedicated and caring staff in establishing outstanding provision, learning and progress for all our pupils.

If you have the skills, drive and enthusiasm this could be the perfect role for you.

Please download the application form and further details from our website https://cet.uk/vacancies/

We look forward to receiving your application by email to personnel@cavendish.cet.uk

Please note that we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. ; We give high priority to promoting diversity throughout the school.

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency's Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).

For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.