At Hillwoods, we are dedicated to equipping our students with the skills and knowledge to make a positive impact on society. Our non-denominational, non-selective, mixed "community schools" are deeply rooted in the local community. We prioritize teaching our students not only robust problem-solving skills but also the ability to identify and address meaningful challenges that can benefit both our local and global communities.
We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated Librarian to join our team. As a librarian, you will perform a range of duties such as cataloguing library resources, maintaining library records, managing budgets, and planning book sales.
For this position, you will have to demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills, as a great part of your job will involve interacting with the local community including parents, students, and young children. The ideal candidate should also possess in-depth knowledge of library database systems, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills.
Librarian Responsibilities:
Collecting and cataloging library resources including books, films, and publications.
Helping people locate reference and leisure reading materials.
Maintaining library records and ensuring they are up to date.
Performing regular audits of the information and inventory on file.
Educating patrons on how to properly search for information using the library databases.
Managing budgeting, planning, and employee activities.
Overseeing the check-out process for books and other resource materials.
Organizing and hosting book sales, author signings, and other reading events.
Clarifying the use of library amenities and providing information about library policies.
Ensuring the library meets the needs of precise groups of its users, including postgraduate students and disabled students.
Librarian Requirements
A minimum of 5 years experience working in a public library.
Female candidate required for the post.
Bachelor's/Master's degree in Library Science is preferred.
Excellent IT skills and knowledge of library databases.
Outstanding organizational and interpersonal communication skills.