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Librarian Library - Term Time

Valley Park School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-4249-424S
  • Posted:10/12/2018
  • Pay:VIAT 6
  • Start Date:Feb 2019
  • App Close Date:08/01/2019 at 12:00
  • Interviews:To be advised

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School Librarian

Are you the Outstanding Librarian for whom we are looking?  Are you….

  • Passionate about learning?
  • An advocate of all students feeling valued, safe and happy?
  • Committed to making the best provision for all students?
  • Able to provide leadership to promote our library as a centre of research and independent learning as well as reading for pleasure?

This is a role for a committed and motivated professional who would like to work in a school that provides a wealth of opportunities for both its students and staff; we have a strong ethos at Valley Park School and we are looking for a visionary team-worker who would fit into our established workforce.  This post is suitable for an Outstanding candidate who has, ideally but not exclusively, experience of running a busy library.

If you are interested in this role, please download the application form and send your completed application to recruitment@valleypark.viat.org.uk  .

VIAT 6 - £18,293 to £20,793 for 190 days dependent on experience.

Term Time 190 days, 37 hours per week.

Please see job description for full details of the duties.

The closing date is 12 noon on Tuesday 8 January 2019.

Information about the school

Valley Park School is a large mixed secondary school with a vibrant Sixth Form and an Arts-rich environment. Set within the Valley Invicta Academies Trust (VIAT) main campus, based in Maidstone, the school has enviable indoor and outdoor facilities, including a state-of-the-art Sports Hall. There is a strong co-curricular programme, providing students with opportunities beyond the classroom.

Sixth Form students have the opportunity to study some subjects at Invicta Grammar School, also set within the VIAT campus.

Valley Park prides itself on aspiring for every student to reach their full potential, with encouragement to engage in the Creative Arts – a resounding strength of the school.

Job Contact Information

Fax: 01622 661671

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.