At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a vibrant school library and coordinate exciting enrichment activities.
- Company: Join the supportive and innovative team at Wayland Academy.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, health plans, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a high-performing school with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' learning and independence in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for reading, strong communication skills, and experience in educational settings.
The predicted salary is between 26217 - 28439 £ per year.
We are seeking a passionate, organised and inspiring individual to join our team as a Librarian with responsibility for Enrichment Coordination. This is a unique and rewarding role combining the management of a vibrant school library with the coordination and administration of a well-established and highly valued enrichment programme. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our school values including that “we work towards independence every day”, helping students to develop the skills, confidence and curiosity needed for lifelong learning. The library is central to this mission and plays a vital role in our delivery of the Trust Reading Strategy, promoting reading for pleasure, supporting curriculum literacy, and enabling all students to become independent learners.
Key Responsibilities
- To undertake to develop a dynamic and interesting school library that inspires young people to read.
- To help monitor, evaluate and support pupils' progress in reading and literacy.
- To deliver and support reading interventions.
- To lead extra-curricular activities and parental engagement/community activities with the library at the centre.
- The management, development, promotion and evaluation of an effective learning resource and information service which supports teaching and learning across the school.
- Support the administration and organisation of a comprehensive and thriving enrichment offer.
- Act as the school’s Educational Visits Coordinator (EVC), ensuring all visits comply with relevant guidance and procedures.
- Coordinate clubs, trips and activities, working with staff and external providers.
- Track participation and support equitable access for all students.
- Support the planning and delivery of trips and experiences, including accompanying or leading visits throughout the year.
- Participate in some trips during school holiday periods (with negotiation).
- Contribute to the continued growth and success of our enrichment programme.
- Communicate our enrichment programme with internal and external audiences.
About You:
- You will be someone with strong communication and organisational skills, and a passion for learning, combined with specific traits like being social, cautious, flexible, and detail-oriented.
- Have experience working in a school, library or educational setting.
- Have a passion for reading, literacy and student development.
- Be highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Understand the importance of fostering independence in young people.
- Be confident coordinating events, visits and activities.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be proactive, adaptable and committed to providing inclusive opportunities for all students.
- Have strong ICT skills and confidence using digital and administrative systems.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills/GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English.
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age.
- Knowledge of contemporary children’s literature.
- Knowledge of the school curriculum as it affects the service the library provides.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Ideally a fully qualified Chartered Librarian or equivalent experience.
Why Join Inspiration Trust
At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions.
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs.
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology).
- Free parking at most sites.
- Personalised CPD and development programmes.
- A structured and specific induction programme.
Next Steps
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: JUL20267823. Closing date for applications: 12pm on Thursday 27th August 2026. Interview date: Friday 4th September 2026.
Librarian and Enrichment Coordinator in Norwich employer: Inspiration Trust
Inspiration Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment at King Edward VII Academy in King's Lynn. With a strong focus on employee growth through continuous professional development, generous leave, and access to health plans, we empower our Teaching Assistants to make a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils with special educational needs. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to inspiring the next generation.
