Librarian
The Ravensbourne School, Bromley, Kent, BR2 9EH9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
27 August 2026
Closing date
22 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
9 June 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
- £34,486.00 - £36,582.00 Annually (FTE) Scale 6 Point 16-20. £34,486-£36,582 FTE (actual salary £29,499-£31,2992 per annum) Starting Point Scale 6 Point 16
Librarian job summary
Orion Education is a values-led organisation, driven by a determination to create welcoming and inclusive schools where every person thrives, makes excellent progress, and succeeds. We are committed to transforming lives through education, improving outcomes, and promoting social mobility. Our work is underpinned by our shared values oftrust, kindness, and endeavour, and by a strong commitment to collaboration, consistency, and high-quality professional development for all staff.
At The Ravensbourne School, we are proud to be a forward-thinking and inclusive community where learning, wellbeing, and opportunity sit at the heart of everything we do. We are as committed to developing and nurturing our staff as we are to supporting our students.
AsSchool Librarian, you will lead the development and management of the school library to enhance learning, promote a culture of reading for pleasure, and support students in developing independent research and digital literacy skills. You will ensure the library is a welcoming, inclusive, and purposeful environment that supports both academic success and student wellbeing.
The role involves overseeing library services, managing resources, and supporting reading intervention programmes, including working with the Accelerated Reader platform (training provided). You will work closely with teaching and support staff to support students individually and in small groups, helping to remove barriers to learning and promote positive study habits.
You will also contribute to the school’s wider reading strategy by building strong partnerships within the school and with external organisations, ensuring the library plays a central role in supporting literacy, independence, and a lifelong love of reading.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly ambitious school and make a meaningful difference to students’ learning, confidence, and development. If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a school that is transforming lives, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Who You Are
- A caring and approachable individual with a genuine passion for supporting young people
- A confident and professional communicator
- A team player who works well with staff and students in a busy school environment
- A positive role model who demonstrates high expectations and professionalism
- Someone who values inclusion and supports all students to succeed
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Has experience working in a library, school, or similar setting (desirable)
- Can promote reading, literacy, and independent learning
- Is able to support students individually and in small groups
- Can maintain an organised, welcoming, and purposeful library space
- Communicates clearly and effectively with staff and students
- Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and student wellbeing
- Is confident using IT systems (e.g. Arbor, Microsoft Office) to support school processes
- Wants to be part of a school that is transforming lives through education
Further Information
We welcome applications from individuals who share our commitment to excellence and our ambition to raise standards for all students.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to arrange a visit to the school, which we highly recommend. For an informal and confidential discussion regarding the role, or to arrange a tour, please contact:
Mrs S Cooper Smith, Office Manager scoopersmith@trs.e21c.co.uk
Please be advised that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications.
We appreciate your interest and look forward to receiving your application.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Education for the 21st Century is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. Education for the 21st Century is fully committed to equality and to valuing diversity as an employer and a provider of education.
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 The Ravensbourne School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1531 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Ravensbourne School website
The Ravensbourne School is a large and truly unique 11-19 school, set in the heart of Bromley. There are 1500 students, with 440 students in Post 16. Some of the buildings are Grade II listed, dating back to 1911 whilst other additions are more recent. The buildings, coupled with the extensive 22-acre grounds, make up elegant and inspiring surroundings.
Our vision is that every student is prepared to be the best they can be in life and able to create their own future. We believe that every student is different and has unique talents. Through developing these talents and knowledge each student can be the best they can be and in control of their own future. We value an inclusive learning environment that accepts no excuses and builds partnerships with all stakeholders.
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