School Librarian

Type: Term Time

Location: Senior & Junior School

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000

Application: To be considered for this role, please send your CV and a covering letter to [email protected]

Closing date: Friday 24 April 2026

The High School of Glasgow is seeking to appoint an outstanding and enthusiastic School Librarian to lead and develop library services acrossboth the Senior and Junior Schools.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and creative individual to play a central role in fostering a culture of reading, curiosity and intellectual engagement within a vibrant school community.

THE ROLE

The School Librarian is responsible for the day-to-day management and strategic development of The High School of Glasgow’s libraries, while also contributing to teaching and learning across the curriculum.

The successful candidate will actively promote literacy, support research skills and help create an inspiring and inclusive learning environment for all pupils.

Working closely with the English Department and pastoral teams, the Librarian will lead reading initiatives, organise events and support pupils in developing a lifelong love of reading.

This role extends beyond traditional library duties. The Librarian will contribute to the wider intellectual and cultural life of the school through events, displays, collaborations and pupil engagement. There is also an opportunity to support the Development and Alumni Relations Team through the management of school archives and preparation of materials for alumni events.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The successful candidate will:

Have experience working with young people (essential)

Demonstrate a passion for reading, literacy and education

Be highly organised, proactive and creative

Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff

Be confident working both independently and collaboratively

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Library Management

Lead the management and development of library services across both schools

Maintain a welcoming, organised and accessible library environment

Oversee acquisition, cataloguing and promotion of print and digital resources

Manage library systems, lending processes and stock control

Manage the library budget and ensure a diverse, relevant and up-to-date collection

Create engaging displays and themed reading promotions

Literacy and Reading Culture

Promote a strong culture of reading for pleasure across the school

Support whole-school literacy initiatives in collaboration with the English Department

Plan and deliver key events such as World Book Day and Book Week/Festival

Organise author visits, reading challenges and themed activities

Support pupils in developing research, study and independent learning skills

Curriculum Support

Work with teaching staff to support learning through library resources

Deliver or assist with lessons focused on research and information literacy

Provide guidance to pupils undertaking coursework and extended research

Pupil Engagement and Supervision

Supervise pupils in the library throughout the school day

Support after-school study and homework sessions

Train and oversee pupil librarians where appropriate

Maintain a calm, purposeful and inclusive study environment

Inclusion and School Values

Support initiatives linked to inclusion and wellbeing, including Rights Respecting Schools work

Contribute to events celebrating diversity and equality

Engage with pupil groups and committees where appropriate

Archives and Alumni Engagement

Assist with the organisation and management of school archives

Support preparation of historical materials for alumni events and reunions

Contribute to preserving the school’s heritage

Professional Practice

Keep up to date with developments in librarianship and literacy education

Contribute to relevant policies and school initiatives

Undertake additional duties as required by the Head of Senior School or Rector