Librarian and Careers Support - Q3 Academy Great Barr

Q3 is a highly successful, oversubscribed Academy located in Great Barr, committed to raising achievement and curriculum innovation. Our GCSE headline results continue to be among the best in Sandwell, and this success is underpinned by a relentless focus on raising standards, developing the whole child and improving the quality of teaching and learning. We are fortunately equipped with a significant and comfortable library space, including a class set of computers and wide selection of books to meet the needs of all reading ages.

We are seeking creative, dedicated and forward-thinking applicants with an ability to work with and support colleagues and students within excellent library and careers provision.  This opportunity would be suitable for anybody new to, or experienced within, a school setting.

The Academy is looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working with and maintaining library stock;
• Experience working with and motivating young people;
• Excellent organisation skills;
• Knowledge of IT systems including Microsoft Office, use of SIMS would be an advantage;
• Skills to build and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues, parents, students and external agencies.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining library stock, including refreshing and updating books as required;
• Working with students before, after and during the Academy day to make wider use of Library facilities;
• Contribution to the Academy reading programmes, including extracurricular opportunities;
• Supporting and encouraging the ‘Accelerated Reader’ programme, working with colleagues in the English Department;
• Supporting the Careers Leader and Vice Principal in the delivery of the careers programme;
• Completing administrative work to support library and careers provision.

Q3 Academy offers excellent CPD and career opportunities for staff at every stage of their career. This role offers a great first step for those considering a career in education and looking to gain school experience.

To apply for the role, please complete and return our application form to: recruitment@q3academy.org.uk

CVs alone are not accepted unless you have a disability which makes it difficult for you to complete an application form.

Please note that you may be contacted via e-mail throughout the recruitment process, so please check your e-mails regularly.

We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 28 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Q3 Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.

The successful applicant will be expected to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) and satisfactory references.

Hours:

37 hours per week, term time plus 10 days (as directed to meet the needs of the Academy)

Grade:

Scale 3-Scale 4 scp 5-8 £19,312 to £20,493 per year.  (actual salary £17,380 to £18,443 per year)

Location:

Q3 Academy, Wilderness Lane, Great Barr, Birmingham B43 7SD.  There may be a requirement to work at other locations in the Trust

Closing Date:

Monday 31^st January 2022 at 12.00 noon

Supporting documents
Application Form
Person Specification
Job Description