Location
Oldham, Greater Manchester | United Kingdom
Job description
Job Title: Academy Librarian
E-ACT The Oldham Academy North | Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, Mastery
E-ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive 11-16 secondary academy located in Oldham. Rooted in our core values of Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we committed to fostering an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and socially.
We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging our students to excel in all areas of their education. Beyond academic excellence, we inspire and empower them to become ambassadors for their community, instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in their role as contributors to the greater whole.
Join us on this journey of education, growth, and community engagement, where we value Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery are at every step.
Want to make a difference to young people?
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?
We are looking for an exceptional School Librarian to join our forward-thinking school. You will be an experienced professional with an enthusiasm and passion for reading and books, which will inspire our students, and responsibility for managing our school library activities.
Key responsibilities:
Ensuring that the Library is stocked with an up-to-date range of relevant books and resources
Promoting a stimulating, safe and welcoming environment for students with a consistent focus on reading and developing independent users
Ensuring the library catalogues and classification systems are as user-friendly as possible so that readers can find the books they need
Managing the booking system
Pay range: SCP4-6 - (£17,398.93 - £17,985.32 - FTE: £23,114 - £17,985)
Qualifications and Skills:
5 GCSE's
Good knowledge of children’s and/or young adult literature
Ability to demonstrate, role model and inspire a passion for reading
Effective use of ICT and other specialist equipment/resources
About E-ACT: Join a trust that is going places!
We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 28 academies, educating of over 18,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing.
Benefits:
Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.
Support System of 28 Academies: Be part of a network of 28 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.
Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.
Electric Car Scheme: Take advantage of our environmentally friendly initiative, making electric vehicles more accessible for a sustainable and efficient commute.
Generous Pension: Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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£17.4k per annum
