Learning Resource Manager

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Resources Manager. A motivated and ambitious individual who will be committed to driving our high expectations for all pupils across the school and have the resilience to make a real difference to the lives of our young people, believing that all children can, and will, achieve. The successful candidate will be passionate about the power of reading and be able to inspire our young people to become ambitious, independent and confident readers. You will possess strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with staff, parents, carers, pupils and external agencies; you will be organized and able to make efficient use of your time. You will be responsible for all elements of maintenance of our school library and the promotion of reading and literacy across all phases.

This exciting role would include:

• Ensuring the school library is organised, well-stocked and well-maintained, providing a welcoming and safe space for all pupils
• Managing the LMS (Library Management System) to catalogue and classify stock and for the circulation of books to pupils and staff
• Working with Heads of Faculty and Teachers to support their efforts to develop reading and literacy across the curriculum
• Leading reading sessions in the library, working closely with young people to encourage and develop excellent reading habits
• Support KS3 Reading lessons fortnightly for all Year 7-9 classes in the LRC, working with their class teacher
• Supervision of before & after school homework clubs
• Collaboration with Language for Learning leader in running special events to coincide with key calendared events during the year e.g. National Poetry Day, World Book Day, Black History Month etc.

St Teresa of Calcutta MAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment process, please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search, in line with the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.   Any incidents or issues identified from the search will be explored with the applicant at interview. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.  A copy of our  Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on the our website.

For further details and application form please visit the school website www.holytrc.bham.sch.uk or contact Mrs G McLeish (PA to the Head teacher) gmcleish@holytrc.bham.sch.uk 0121 772 0184

Closing Date: 17^th October 2024 – noon

Interviews: w/c 21^st October 2024