Librarian
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Position Overview & Specifications
- Salary Actual Salary: £18,795 pa
- Contract Term Time - Permanent
- Closing Date Apply by 24 January 2023
Patcham High School, Brighton
Job Summary
- Job reference orbis/TP/128304/30314
- Positions available 1
- Working hours 32.5
- Closing date 24 January 2023
- Job category Support Staff - Education
- Organisation Brighton & Hove City Council
- Directorate BHCC: External
We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking School Librarian to join our team as soon as possible
To work 5 days per week, from 8.30am-3.30pm, 32.5 hours per week.
This is a Grade C role, LGA Scale 5 £24,948-£26,845 per annum pro rata.
Actual pro rata salary £18,795 per annum (term time only, paid for 44.6 weeks per year).
About the role
We would like a Librarian, who is passionate about reading and literacy. The successful candidate will work with senior staff and another Librarian to create an exciting environment that promotes reading and literacy for students, staff and visitors. Ideally candidates will have experience in this field, but this is not essential as training can be provided if required.
The successful candidate will
- have a passion for working with young people;
- share a love of books and reading;
- be committed to making a difference to our students by helping to raise literacy levels;
- have the vision to make the Library an exciting and stimulating learning space;
- have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
Patcham High School is an 11 – 16 comprehensive school of 1100 students, situated on the northern outskirts of Brighton, very close to the old village of Patcham and within easy reach of the A23 and A27. The school is rapidly improving, at an exciting stage of change and development.
To apply please download and complete our application form (CVs alone are not acceptable) https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/schoolinformation/vacancies/
and email to Elise Holmes, Headteacher’s PA eholmes@patchamhigh.org.uk. If you have any questions please contact Mrs Holmes, either by email or by telephone (01273 543484).
Additional informationWork Permits: This role does not meet the requirement for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Successful candidates will need to evidence that they have the Right to Work in the UK.
Company informationPlease note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Municipal Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Librarian roles across Brighton & Hove City Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Municipal Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £18,795 - £18,795 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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