Library Assistant

Professional Expectations:
The Library Assistant should have the following qualities
? demonstrate skills in promoting the School?s Philosophy and Objectives
? have good English language skills in speaking and reading
? take an interest in reading
? have proven ICT and information sourcing skills
? enjoy working in a school-based environment
? have strong communication and interpersonal skills
? be professional and rigorous in approaching matters of Health and Safety
? be conscientious, efficient and organised
? actively seek to improve his/her practice and participate in Training and Development
? be a strong team player ? good-natured, willing to learn and flexible in approach
? be keen to develop library skills, approaches and practices
? be willing to engage in change as the library service develops

Child Safeguarding:
Shrewsbury International School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to
? attend in-house Child Safeguarding programmes
? promote and safeguard the welfare of all students in the school
? report to the Child Protection Officer any concerns they have for the welfare of a student. This may include unsafe practices witnessed within the school as outlined in the school?s Speak Out (Whistleblowing) Policy.
? keep professional relationships with students where personal boundaries are respected and maintained
? seek advice from a Line Manager or Child Protection Officer with issues or concerns related to Child Safeguarding.

Key Responsibilities:
The Library Assistant reports directly to Librarian who is responsible as part of a team to provide an excellent library service to all members of the school community; students, parents and teachers, and keep the physical library and all of its services running smoothly. In particular, the Library Assistant will
? help to promote reading to all members of the school community, and advises on information access
? help to create a welcoming environment in the library
? work with students of all ages, from 3-18 years
? provide assistance to teachers and parents
? process check-in and check-out of books
? shelve and tidy books
? perform routine Library administrative tasks
? deal with students? enquiries
? ensure library stock is in good order
? process library materials
? help to create displays
? supervise students in the library
? support teachers through resource provision
? promote reading
? help student find the information they need
? promote the speaking and learning of English
? solve problems as they arise or pass them on to a senior person to deal with

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