Librarian
St Augustine Academy, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 8AE14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
25 January 2026 at 10:59pm
Date listed
9 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,989.00 - £27,254.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary of £8,558 - £9,180 (approx.) per annum. WAT grade D
Librarian job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and student-focused Librarian to assist with the development and day-to-day running of our school library. This is an exciting opportunity to promote a love of reading, support learning across the curriculum, and help our students develop strong independent study and research skills.
Key ResponsibilitiesManaging and developing the school library and resources
Promoting reading for pleasure and academic success across the school
Supporting students and staff in accessing and using library resources
Maintaining library systems, catalogues and stock
Creating a welcoming, inclusive and purposeful study environment
Supporting literacy initiatives and whole-school reading programmes
Leading a weekly after-school homework club on one afternoon each week, supporting students with study skills and independent learning
We are looking for someone who:Is passionate about reading, literacy and learning
Is organised, proactive and able to work independently
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Enjoys working with young people in a school environment
Has experience of library work or working in an educational setting (desirable but not essential)
Informal visits are welcome. CV’s will not be accepted.
The hiring manager may call candidates for an informal chat prior to the shortlisting process.
Applications will be considered as they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date therefore early applications are encouraged. St Augustine Academy reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made.
What we offer
2 weeks holiday at October half term
A comprehensive CPD programme for all staff
Laptop
Free Car Parking
Meals available on site for all staff between 8am to 2pm
Free meals for all staff on Inset days and Open Evening events
Occupational Sick Pay
Exceptional leave arrangements for family events
Free eye tests for VDU users
A comprehensive EAP (employee assistance programme) with 24 - hour access
Free fitness suite on site
Applicants Requirements
To comply with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must fully complete the application form. This includes;
Providing a full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with explanations for any gaps in employment.
Providing details and evidence of any name changes from birth
Detailing all relevant education and qualifications.
All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches as part of the recruitment process.
Incomplete applications and CV’s will not be considered. Your cooperation is essential in upholding the highest standards of safety and care for our students.
About our School
St Augustine Academy is a non-selective 11-16 school in Maidstone who is dedicated to fostering excellence in education. We pride ourselves on our supportive community, innovative teaching methods, and commitment to the personal development of both students and staff.
Our Christian Ethos helps to make our school a thoughtful community and we are welcoming, positive and open to pupils and staff of all faiths and none.
Our Academy has a calm purposeful atmosphere. We strive to broaden horizons and challenge our students to achieve their potential. We offer a rigorous academic curriculum, a strong behaviour policy.
We are committed to continual CPD and a positive work life balance for staff. We offer additional training days, support staff to complete additional qualifications and remove unnecessary workload.
We are one of six Academies which make up the Woodard Academies Trust (WAT). WAT is part of the Woodard family of schools. Created by founder Nathaniel Woodard in 1848, Woodard is the largest group of independent Church of England schools in England and Wales. Woodard Academies Trust and Woodard Schools share a common ethos and vision: to inspire young people to make a difference.
Our ethos reflects our deep commitment to delivering an outstanding education to the students we teach. We prioritise inclusion and value individuals, and excel in delivering pastoral care and personalised learning paths for our students. Our aim is to offer students not only a first-class education, but also to teach them life skills that will provide benefits beyond their time with us. We believe that our academies should enrich the communities they serve and play an active role in their development.
DBS Checks
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986 and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Asylum and Immigration
To comply with Asylum and Immigration legislations you will be required (if appointed) to provide one or more documents from the Immigration Act 2006 - List A and B. You must provide proof of current and valid permission to be in the United Kingdom and valid permission to do the type of work offered.
St Augustine Academy is an equal opportunities employer. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Safeguarding Statement
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, including volunteers, to share in this commitment.
All posts will be subject to safeguarding and vetting checks, including the receipt of two satisfactory references. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal record self-declaration form and to give consent for an online search to be carried out. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check, therefore individuals on the children’s barred list (and adults barred list where relevant) should not apply. There is a six-month probation period for all post-holders.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts will be subject to satisfactory references and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About St Augustine Academy
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 736 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Augustine Academy website
St Augustine Academy is a small, caring, inclusive school committed to providing an education that allows every student to succeed and flourish in our Christian community, for all faiths and none. We believe the very purpose of school and education is to help young people grow and develop so that no door is closed to them in their lives.
We are an inspirational community, with high standards of discipline creating a disruption free learning environment. Our broad curriculum is exciting and knowledge-rich to engage, excite and challenge all students, regardless of their starting level. Our successful grammar stream adds further challenge and pace.
At St Augustine Academy we promote courage, compassion, and community as well as a desire to learn and achieve. These values are guided by our school motto, “Together with God we achieve.” We believe that the sum of all our parts is much greater than any individual part. We work with students, families, and our local community to bring about the best opportunities for all members of our academy.
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