Librarian
St George's British International School
Italy
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 7 May 2015
Job overview
A creative, self-motivated and highly organised individual with a vision for how a library can enhance learning in the 21st century is required to enable our current comprehensive library service to move to the next stage of development. The ability to inspire and challenge readers of all ages and culture is essential, as is the enthusiasm and energy to operationally manage an effective library resource centre within a rapidly changing ICT environment.
Core Requirements of the Post
Understand how libraries are structured and operate to implement effective lending and reference sections for all learners.
To have the ability to work as an excellent teacher with all abilities of students in different groupings and ages
To have a creative vision of how spaces can be enhanced and used effectively to encourage learning in the library and throughout the Junior and Senior Schools
To ensure reading and reference materials meet the needs and interests of learners and teachers
To develop the e-learning availability of materials for students and staff
To actively connect with the world-wide learning community to support a stimulating programme of visiting speakers to the school who will inspire learning at the highest level
To develop strong parent/community learning links
To develop and run induction programmes on Library Resource Centre for new staff and pupils;
To manage the Library Resource Centre’s budget ensuring “best value”.
To manage the text book loan control system, and to conduct regular stock checks of all resources
How to Apply
Closing date for applications Thursday 7th May
Interview date Immediately after the closing date and initially by Skype
Start date Tuesday 1 September 2015
Job reference number TEALIB0415
Short listing will commence immediately after the closing date.
Please complete and the application form available at http://www.stgeorge.school.it/Employment, continuing on a separate sheet if necessary, and email it to jobs@stgeorge.school.it, inserting the job reference TEALIB0415 in the title of the email.
Our preference is for you to complete and submit the application form electronically. If this is not possible, then please use black ink for handwritten applications. Please do not submit a CV or send certificates or testimonials at this stage.
Please note that, as well as a face-to-face or Skype interview, the selection process may include another form of assessment (e.g. administrative test, demonstration of practical skill, a presentation etc.) if relevant.
Shortlisted candidates will have references taken up prior to interview.
Conditional Offer of Appointment
Any offer to a successful candidate will be conditional upon the following:
- verification of identity, qualifications and professional status;
- a safeguarding check;
- receipt of at least two satisfactory references (one of which should be from your current or most recent employer);
- verification of medical fitness (completion of a medical declaration).
Salary
The successful candidate will receive a salary and benefits that are highly competitive in the International sector and consistent with the status that St George’s holds as an HMC school.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an
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About St George's British International School
Welcome to St Georgeʼs British International School - Established 1958.
We are delighted that you are considering applying for a position at St Georgeʼs. We are one of the leading and most academically successful British International Schools in Europe, with a rich history of providing a world-class education to expatriate and internationally minded families in one of the worldʼs most iconic cities.
Our Vision is to be the best International School in Europe where all learners discover their passion and purpose, developing the character, skills and confidence to make a difference in the world. Our Mission is to ensure that all learners become the best version of themselves, in an environment of collaboration, respect and kindness. We focus on the inspirational teaching and holistic development of highly committed, aspirational and resilient learners. Everyone contributes to our happy and welcoming school community where strong relationships and cooperation lead to exceptional learning.
Our Founding Values are Internationalism, Inclusivity and Excellence. We are an internationally diverse community where differences are respected and celebrated. We are a welcoming community where all pupils, alumni, staff and parents are encouraged to thrive, feel safe and belong. We are a hugely ambitious community where all learners are challenged to strive for excellence in all that they do.
Be A Part of Our Special Community
Our incredible pupils - uniquely in Rome - come from 100 different countries and this infuses our school with vibrancy, inclusivity, tolerance, respect and support. Our highly qualified team of teachers includes many leading educationalists and experts in their field who inspire the pupils to genuinely be the best they can be.
We are dedicated to not only recruiting and retaining the best teachers, but also to ensuring that we constantly develop and improve the education that they provide for our pupils through a focus on training, coaching, research and innovation. Our close links with the worldʼs highest performing and most aspirational universities ensure that our Georgians are filled with ambition and have the highest possible expectations for their future.
Our programme of co-curricular activities allows pupils to develop a wide range of interests beyond the curriculum. Our sports facilities are without parallel in the city. Our performing arts and music productions are breathtaking in both their ambition and scope. And, perhaps not surprisingly for a school with such close links to the cityʼs diplomatic community, we have consistently excelled on the international stage in our Model United Nations endeavours.
With two campuses - a Junior School in the heart of Rome and a Junior and Senior School based in La Storta in the cityʼs northern suburbs, the school is seeking exceptional team members who can contribute to the exciting next phase of our development.
School Accolades
- Specialist Provision Provider of the Year, TES Awards for International Schools (Shortlisted for April 2024)
- Top 100 IB Schools in the World (Summer 2023 Examination Session)
- COBIS Accredited Member with Double Beacon Status (Learning & Teaching,Governance) (2023)
- Top 125 Schools in the World: Schools Index by Carfax (2023, 2022, 2021, 2020)
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
St Georgeʼs British International School is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults. Every member of staff employed at St Georgeʼs has a responsibility to safeguard. St Georgeʼs endeavours to provide a safe and welcoming environment where all staff and learners are respected and valued.
The schoolʼs Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, applicable to all employees, includes the procedures for spotting and reporting child protection concerns, the role of Designated Safeguarding Leads, procedures, actions, referral processes and support measures.
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