From August 2023, The British School of Bucharest is looking for a full-time Primary Librarian to manage the libraries for students between the ages of 2 and 11. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates with a genuine love of reading that they feel passionate to share with our young readers.
The Primary Librarian is responsible for our considerable book stock, organising special events to promote the enjoyment of reading and teaching skills in research.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be able to provide evidence that there are no obstacles to working with children (ie. Criminal History Report).
- Have experience in working with students between the ages of 5 and 11 years old.
- Have a high level of English language proficiency.
- Be willing and able to work collaboratively with colleagues to support the needs of students.
- Be sympathetic to working in a multi-cultural and international educational community.
- Have had some previous experience of working in an educational setting and administrative tasks, as well as strong technological skills.
- Demonstrate a desire to learn and commitment to professional development.
- Have an outstanding record of attendance, punctuality, professionalism and organisational skills.
- Have excellent skills in behaviour management.
- Be able to commit to the post for the full academic year and potentially, beyond.
Benefits include:
- Receiving guidance and support from our qualified and experienced staff.
- Receiving training, opportunities for professional development and performance management.
- The exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant, diverse and friendly British international school.
- School holidays in line with the international school calendar.
All applications for open positions at BSB must be completed with the online application form, which can be found here. Please submit CVs in English.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to references and a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), ICPC or similar checks from both the country of origin and the previous country of employment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
The closing date for applications is: Tuesday, 30th of May.
BSB reserves the right to appoint before this deadline, so we strongly encourage early applications.
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