Job Details
We are seeking a knowledgeable and service-oriented Librarian to manage the library's collection, support users in finding and using information, and foster a genuine love of reading and research. Reporting to the Head of Library Services or Principal (in a school setting) or Library Director (in a public or institutional setting), the successful candidate will oversee daily library operations and act as a resource for students, staff, or the wider community.
The core of the role is collection management. The Librarian selects, orders, catalogues, and classifies books, periodicals, digital resources, and other materials in line with the library's budget and the needs of its users. Collection quality is maintained through regular weeding of outdated or damaged material, condition checks, and repairs, and inventory is kept accurate through periodic stocktakes. Cataloguing follows recognised standards so that materials are findable, and records in the library management system are kept current and correctly classified.