Job profile for Librarian
Librarian
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Job details
Salary Actual Salary: £22,846.89 pa
Contractual hours 32.5
Job category/type Libraries
Date posted 30/10/2026
Job reference REQ0001710
Attachments SUPPORT STAFF APPLIC FORM 25.docx School Information 10 25.pdf Librarian C grade - JD Person Spec Oct 26.pdf
Job description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking School Librarian to join our team as soon as possible to work 5 days per week, from 8.30am-3.30pm, 32.5 hours per week.
This is a Grade C role, LGA Scale 5, Point 13-17 £30,023 - £32,046 per annum pro rata. Actual pro rata salary £22,846.89 per annum (term time only, paid for 45.05 weeks per year).
Paid weeks per year:45.05 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Start date:As soon as possible
About the Role
We would like a Librarian, who is passionate about reading and literacy. The successful candidate will work with senior staff and another Librarian to create an exciting environment that promotes reading and literacy for students, staff and visitors. Ideally candidates will have experience in this field, but this is not essential as training can be provided if required.
A detailed job description and person specification is attached or can be downloaded from our school’s website https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/join-us/work-with-us/current-vacancies
The successful candidate will
- have a passion for working with young people;
- share a love of books and reading;
- be committed to making a difference to our students by helping to raise literacy levels;
- have the vision to make the Library an exciting and stimulating learning space;
- have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
In joining Patcham High you will find a creative and supportive culture within a school that is hugely aspirational. We place great importance on positive relationships, teamwork and a 'can do attitude'. We believe that we are at the cutting edge and, with exciting challenges ahead, this is a brilliant time to join the school. We offer a generous pension scheme, staff discounts available through the school, travel to work and cycle to work schemes, gym membership, CPD opportunities and more.
We welcome applications from colleagues who are determined to make a difference.
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Interview date:To be confirmed
Telephone: (01273) 503908
Website: www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk
Additional Information
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Company Information
Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.
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