Receptionist / Administrator

Librarian with Administration Duties
Location: Northampton
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday – Thursday 8am–4pm, Friday 8am–3:30pm)
Pay: £25,727 - £27,410 FTE

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Librarian with strong administrative skills to join our team. This unique role combines the management of a vibrant, resource-rich library with key administrative duties supporting the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

You will be pivotal in creating a welcoming space that inspires a love of reading and literacy among students, while also providing efficient, confidential, and professional support to our SLT.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the school library, ensuring it is organised, accessible, and engaging for all students.

• Develop and maintain a diverse collection of books and resources that support the curriculum and encourage reading for pleasure.

• Deliver small group literacy interventions to boost reading and comprehension skills.

• Collaborate with teaching staff to embed literacy across the curriculum.

• Organise and promote reading events and initiatives such as book clubs and author visits.

• Maintain digital cataloguing and library systems for efficient resource management.

• Provide high-quality, confidential administrative support to the SLT, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, managing confidential files, and producing reports.

• Support effective communication by drafting and proofreading letters, emails, and other correspondence.

• Undertake project work and training as required.

About You

• Proven experience in library management and administration.

• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.

• Excellent customer service skills and a proactive approach.

• Confident with digital systems and data management, including GDPR compliance.

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across all levels.

• Passionate about promoting literacy and learning in a school environment.

If you are interested in this position, please do not hesitate in reaching out by attaching your CV to this advert. 

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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