Learning Resource Centre Manager

High-Achieving Secondary School | Redbridge, East London

36 Hours per Week | 44.8 Weeks per Year (Term Time Only) Permanent Position Salary: £27,954 - £29,202 per annum (actual salary)

Are you passionate about literacy, reading and helping young people develop a lifelong love of learning?

An ambitious and forward-thinking secondary school in Redbridge is seeking to appoint an exceptional Learning Resource Centre Manager to lead and develop its thriving library and literacy provision. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and proactive individual who understands the vital role that reading plays in academic success and personal development.

The successful candidate will be at the heart of the school's teaching and learning culture, creating an engaging and inspiring learning environment that encourages reading for pleasure, independent study and academic excellence. You will work closely with students, teachers and school leaders to drive literacy initiatives and support the school's ongoing commitment to raising achievement.

The Role

As Learning Resource Centre Manager, you will:

• Lead the day-to-day management and development of the school's library and study centre.
• Create a vibrant and welcoming learning environment that promotes independent study.
• Encourage and develop positive reading habits among students.
• Manage and deliver reading intervention programmes.
• Support the school's whole-school literacy strategy.
• Organise and promote reading, literacy and educational competitions.
• Develop engaging displays and promotional activities to celebrate reading success.
• Work alongside Heads of Department and pastoral teams to support student progress.
• Organise and run literacy-focused extracurricular clubs and activities.
• Manage library resources, stock and budget effectively.
• Promote the use of digital learning resources and e-book platforms.
• Support students during lessons, interventions and independent study sessions.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• A Level 3 qualification or equivalent with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience working within a school or educational setting.
• Experience supporting, mentoring or working with young people.
• A genuine passion for reading, literacy and education.
• Excellent communication, organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative.
• A positive, flexible and approachable attitude.
• The confidence to build strong relationships with staff, students and parents.

Desirable

• Degree-level qualifications.
• Experience managing a library, learning resource centre or literacy provision.
• Knowledge of reading intervention programmes and literacy strategies.
• Experience contributing to student achievement and progress within a school setting.

What the School Offers

• A permanent term-time-only position.
• The opportunity to play a key role in shaping literacy across the school.
• A supportive and collaborative staff team.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Access to a comprehensive employee wellbeing and healthcare benefits package.
• Modern facilities and resources.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' educational journeys.

Salary & Hours

Actual Salary: £27,954 - £29,202 per annum
FTE Salary: £32,535 - £33,987 per annum
Hours: 36 hours per week
Working Weeks: 44.8 weeks per year (Term Time Only)

Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and passionate literacy advocate who is eager to inspire young people and help create a culture of reading across a successful secondary school in Redbridge.

Learning Resource Centre Manager | Redbridge | Permanent | 36 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only | £27,954 - £29,202 Actual Salary

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