School Librarian
Wright Robinson College, Manchester, M18 8RL3 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
13 March 2026 at 9am
Date listed
24 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): 35 Hours a week, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- From £27,776 - £30,475
What skills and experience we're looking for
To have overall responsibility for the management of the college library.
Managing, developing and organising the college library to support learning and teaching.
To manage the Accessit system in the college library – loaning student books in and out, contacting parents and assisting the English faculty with bringing classes across.
To index, catalogue and classify learning resources in the library and develop and maintain accurate and reliable catalogue and lending systems.
To select, acquire, purchase, organise, advise on and promote learning resources in all formats which support the curriculum and learning and teaching.
To collaborate with staff in the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of relevant learning and study skills programmes in the library.
To open the library before college at break-time, lunch-time and after college.
To manage library and LRC bookings.
To supervise and train staff on duty in the library.
To promote the use of the library to the college community and foster an atmosphere which is conductive to positive learning experiences.
10. To monitor educational materials for use in college in order to identify inappropriate material.
To promote the library within the college through assemblies, registration and other appropriate campaigns and events.
To develop and maintain links with external agencies and sources to maximise the use of appropriate materials and information for the library resource centre.
To be responsible for the supervision and management of the behaviour of students and to have responsibility for student health and safety in the library.
To act as responsible budget holder for the effective budgetary planning and management of LRC resources.
To provide support for the college Literacy Lead in the running and management of the Accelerated Reader programme with KS3 students.
To create and demonstrate a welcoming and ‘user friendly’ learning environment at all times of the working day in the college’s LRC.
To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/leadership team, to develop and support intervention work in English.
Researching and purchasing new texts to keep the library current and reading material exciting.
Assist the literacy lead with new and existing reading initiatives for the whole-college e.g. World Book Day.
Deliver literacy intervention and support guided reading recovery sessions at both Key Stages to improve reading age and speed.
To monitor students’ reading activity and habits to accurately record achievement/ rewards according to agreed procedures.
To contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the College.
To establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies and professionals.
To participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
To recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others.
To implement and adhere to the college’s equal opportunities policy
Any other duties that may be required, commensurate with the grade of the post.
To have a flexible and can-do approach with the ability to respond to the needs of the college.
To be aware of and comply with the College’s Safeguarding Procedures, Health and Safety requirements, confidentiality and data protection policies.
You will be required to work two additional INSET days, which will be paid additionally, and advanced notification of those days will be provided.
What the school offers its staff
Working at Wright Robinson College offers a rewarding and supportive environment where employees are valued both professionally and personally. The college is committed to fostering a positive workplace culture that encourages collaboration, growth, and innovation. Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes competitive salaries, ongoing professional development opportunities, and access to wellbeing programs designed to promote a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, the college provides pension schemes, generous holiday allowances, and various staff recognition initiatives that highlight the hard work and dedication of its team members. This combination of strong support, development prospects, and recognition makes Wright Robinson College an excellent place to build a fulfilling career in education. We also offer 2 research days a year for you to be off site and further your knowledge in whatever area you choose.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Statement on Safeguarding
Wright Robinson College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All employment offers are made subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. When appointing new staff, we will ask shortlisted candidates to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record and to provide any information that would deem them unsuitable to work with children.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Wright Robinson College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1810 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Wright Robinson College website
- Email address
- b.mccolgan@wrightrobinson.co.uk
Wright Robinson is an outstanding 11-16 secondary school situated on the outskirts of central Manchester, in extensive grounds alongside Gorton reservoir and surrounding greenbelt.
The college has state of the art facilities set in an impressive campus which facilitates an exceptional learning environment.
As you enter the college you will find a calm and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors frequently comment on how impeccably well-mannered our students are.
Our ‘Team Ethos’ permeates all aspects of college life. Life here at Wright Robinson is so much more than what happens in the classroom and we are extremely proud to offer a wealth of opportunities to our students. A culture of mutual respect, positive outlook and a ‘can-do’ approach pervades our school. We have established a secure, stable and well-ordered environment and make no apologies for the high expectations of all pupils. Our Governors and Leaders are deeply committed to ensuring that every pupil can flourish, irrespective of their personal circumstances.
Our core purpose is to deliver consistently high-quality teaching and provide an education that enables our pupils to excel. The ambitious curriculum motivates and engages pupils to work extremely hard.
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