Head Librarian
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Position Overview & Specifications
HEAD LIBRARIAN
Permanent, full time, term-time plus 6 additional weeks.
We have an exciting opportunity at Shrewsbury School for a Head Librarian who will be responsible for providing the leadership and management of the Library service to Shrewsbury School. An important part of this role will be to promote independent learning within the school, working with the Heads of Faculty to support this as part of the overall academic provision.
It is desirable that the successful applicant will have Chartership or Fellowship with CILIP or equivalent, and have achieved a CILIP accredited Library and Information Studies degree or equivalent. Leadership and senior library environment experience is essential in addition to good interpersonal communication and time management skills.
In return we offer a competitive salary of up to £35k, depending on experience, the chance to work with inspiring pupils and colleagues, training and development opportunities and other generous benefits.
A full Job Description is contained within the Application Pack, which can be obtained from https://www.shrewsbury.org.uk/page/job-vacancies, alongside the Application Form. Alternatively please contact the Human Resources Department on 01743 280834 or email recruitment@shrewsbury.org.ukfor more information.
Closing Date: 12pm, Tuesday 9 May 2023.
Interviews will take place at the School during the working week commencing Monday 15 May 2023
Shrewsbury School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Candidates will undergo thorough child protection screening including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 09/05/2023
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: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head Librarian roles across Shrewsbury School'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 General.
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 £35,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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