Librarian & Literacy Learning Support

Librarian & Literacy Learning Support

Wakefield Metropolitan District Council

• Wakefield
• £22,593-24,915 per year
• Permanent
• Full-time

4 hours ago

Librarian & Literacy Learning Support

• Grade: 6 (£22593.38 - £24915.28 actual per annum)
• Hours: 32.50 hours per week
• Term Time Only plus Insets
• Required: As soon as possible

Are you passionate about reading, literacy and helping young people succeed?

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and inspiring Librarian & Literacy Learning Support professional to lead our Learning Resource Centre (LRC) and play a key role in promoting a culture of reading across the school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who believes in the power of reading to transform lives and who enjoys working directly with young people to develop their literacy, confidence and love of learning.

The successful candidate will manage and develop our Learning Resource Centre as a vibrant, welcoming and inclusive learning environment, ensuring students have access to a diverse and engaging range of resources. They will lead initiatives to promote reading for pleasure, organise author visits and literacy events, support targeted literacy interventions, and work closely with colleagues to raise reading standards across the school.

The role also includes supporting students with literacy and EAL needs, training student librarians and reading ambassadors, running enrichment activities such as book clubs and reading challenges, and contributing to wider school initiatives including student induction and baseline assessments for new starters.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for literacy, reading and education.
• Can create an engaging and welcoming library environment.
• Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Enjoys working with young people and supporting their development.
• Is able to work collaboratively with staff across the school.
• Can inspire students to become confident, independent readers and learners.

In return, we offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school community.
• Enthusiastic students who enjoy learning.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference to students' reading, literacy and educational outcomes.

The successful applicant will be required to provide criminal conviction information and complete a Disclosure Application Form. Kettlethorpe High School is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding our pupils and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information and to apply online please visit: Completed application forms should be returned to the school no later than noon on Friday 09 October 2026

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Are you passionate about reading, literacy and helping young people succeed? We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and inspiring Librarian & Literacy Learning Support professional to lead our Learning Resource Centre (LRC) and play a key role in promoting a culture of reading across the school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who believes in the power of reading to transform lives and who enjoys working directly with young people to develop their literacy, confidence and love of learning. The successful candidate will manage and develop our Learning Resource Centre as a vibrant, welcoming and inclusive learning environment, ensuring students have access to a diverse and engaging range of resources. They will lead initiatives to promote reading for pleasure, organise author visits and literacy events, support targeted literacy interventions, and work closely with colleagues to raise reading standards across the school. The role also includes supporting students with literacy and EAL needs, training student librarians and reading ambassadors, running enrichment activities such as book clubs and reading challenges, and contributing to wider school initiatives including student induction and baseline assessments for new starters. We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for literacy, reading and education.
• Can create an engaging and welcoming library environment.
• Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Enjoys working with young people and supporting their development.
• Is able to work collaboratively with staff across the school.
• Can inspire students to become confident, independent readers and learners.