Librarian
King's Leadership Academy Bolton, Bolton, BL3 3HLThis job expired on 22 June 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
22 June 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
2 June 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,790.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE) TTO - Salary Pro-Rata to an actual of £21395 - £21734 per annum
Librarian job summary
School Librarian – King’s Leadership Academy Bolton
Inspire. Empower. Connect.
King’s Leadership Academy Bolton is thrilled to offer a compelling opportunity for a motivated and visionary School Librarian to join our ambitious and thriving learning community. This new role is central to our commitment to delivering a world-class education grounded in character and academic excellence.
King’s Bolton is a non-selective free school, guided by traditional values and inspired by cutting-edge educational research. As a proud member of the Great Schools Trust, we are consistently oversubscribed and recognised for delivering a distinctive and high-quality educational experience.
The Great Schools Trust was recently recognised as one of the UK’s fastest-improving multi-academy trusts and shortlisted for MAT of the Year. We are redefining education through innovation, values-led leadership, and a culture where both students and staff flourish. With all academies rated Good or better by Ofsted and a strong +0.4 Progress 8 score, we are proud to be transforming futures across our communities.
About the Role
King’s Leadership Academy Bolton opened a state-of-the-art school building in 2024, an inspiring environment designed to support our mission of academic excellence and character education.
The Library is the intellectual heart of our school, a dynamic, inclusive space that nurtures a love of reading, supports independent learning, and enriches our knowledge-rich curriculum. We seek an enthusiastic Librarian who can curate and evolve this space to inspire a new generation of curious, informed, and confident learners.
You will work closely with teaching staff across all departments to integrate library resources into the wider academic and character education programmes. You will also be responsible for leading initiatives such as author visits, book clubs, and literacy events that enhance the cultural life of our school.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the school library, including cataloguing, shelving, and book loans.
- Promote a reading culture through exciting campaigns and initiatives.
- Support students with research, digital literacy, and information sourcing.
- Collaborate with staff to provide tailored resources that complement schemes of work.
- Facilitate student engagement with the King’s Adventure and character development curriculum through reading and exploration.
What We’re Looking For
- A passion for literature, learning, and student empowerment.
- Excellent organisational skills and digital literacy.
- A proactive and creative approach to promoting reading and research.
- Experience in a library setting (school or public) or relevant qualifications preferred.
- A commitment to the values of ASPIRE: Aspiration, Self-awareness, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Endeavour.
Further details can be found in the attached Recruitment Pack.
Why Join King’s Bolton?
As part of the Great Schools Trust, you will benefit from:
- Weekly dedicated CPD and leadership development opportunities.
- Access to CredimusAI tools that support efficient working.
- A strong wellbeing culture with tangible support through our Staff Wellbeing Charter.
- A vibrant and collaborative community where students are respectful, engaged, and a joy to work with.
This is not just a job. It is a chance to ignite imagination, foster independence, and become part of a values-driven community that believes in leaving a lasting legacy through education.
Helpful Information
For queries or to arrange a visit, please contact: Jemma Harvey – j.harvey@kingsbolton.com
Safeguarding Statement
King’s Leadership Academy Bolton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment checks.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
King’s Leadership Academy Bolton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff o share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
To find out more about working for the Great Schools Trust and King’s Leadership Academy Bolton check out our Twitter or website and please get in touch if you would like a visit or chat with the Principal.
About King's Leadership Academy Bolton
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 899 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- King's Leadership Academy Bolton website
Welcome to King’s Leadership Academy Bolton, a non-selective free independent school in the state sector that is providing a world class education for the young people of Great Lever.
King’s is founded on international research and traditional values with a huge focus on leadership and academic development.
Our vision is “To develop in each of our student the academic skills, intellectual habits, qualities of character and leadership traits necessary to succeed at all levels and become successful citizens in tomorrow’s world”.
At King’s we believe every child can succeed and that great teaching is the key to that success. This sentiment is reflected in our motto, ‘Credimus’, which translated from Latin literally means we believe.
We believe in appointing only the very best teachers and staff who are committed to serving the students and parents of this community. We believe in having the highest expectations of ourselves and our students as well as accepting no excuses for underperformance. We believe that our school exists to shape the life chances of all our students in order that they can attend the best Universities or places of employment in the years to come. We believe in fully supporting our students throughout their education.
King’s is unique, in that we have developed a highly personalised approach to our provision and teaching. Our smaller class sizes and year groups afford us tremendous opportunities to truly nurture and develop the academic and creative talents in all our students.
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