Repton School Librarian

Repton is a wonderful and inspiring place to work: one of the UK’s foremost co‑educational boarding and day schools. Set in the heart of the English countryside, yet within easy reach of major cities, the School is strengthened by a history that stretches back over a thousand years, while remaining firmly focused on meeting the challenges and opportunities of the twenty‑first century.

We are seeking to appoint a skilled and committed Librarian who will play a central role in supporting the academic life of the School. The Library lies at the heart of intellectual enquiry at Repton, providing a space in which pupils can read, research and think independently, supported by expert guidance and a rich and carefully curated collection of resources.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive and reflective individual who is passionate about reading, learning and the development of young people. The successful candidate will contribute to a culture in which curiosity is encouraged, scholarship is valued, and pupils are inspired to engage deeply with ideas both within and beyond the curriculum.

Main Responsibilities:

Library Management and Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the School Library, based in the Old Priory building.
• Maintain an organised, accessible and well‑presented library environment.

Resources and Collection Development

• Select, acquire and maintain a relevant and engaging range of library resources (print and digital).
• Ensure resources support curriculum delivery and independent learning.

Supporting Teaching and Learning

• Support independent study and project work.

Reading and Engagement

• Contribute to literacy development and enrichment opportunities, including the running of relevant academic clubs.

Administration and Budget

• Manage the library budget effectively.

Wider Contribution

• Provide support to the Deputy Head (Academic) with regards to Speech Day – specifically, the organising of pupil prizes, completing the required administrative tasks
• Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by the Headmaster/Principal Deputy Head/Deputy Head (Academic).
• Line manage the work of the Part Time Archivist and form time to time, assist them with their duties where reasonably required.

Please see the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Package Description:

Job Title: School Librarian

Reporting to: Deputy Head

Hours of work: To be agreed with the successful candidate. This will be a full time, term time only position.

Salary: Dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Location: Repton School

Holidays: Term Time Only position, holiday pay is included in the salary.

Benefits: Please see attached job description for details

Start date in August 2027.

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