Library & Learning Resources Team Leader

Library & Learning Resources Team Leader

Location: Shuttleworth




Salary: £28,325 - £31, 235 per annum (pro-rata), depending on experience and qualifications




Hours: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only)




Contract Type: Permanent

Shape the Future of Learning

We are looking for a dedicated and student-focused Library & Learning Resources Team Leader to join our Libraries and Learning Resources department for a college in Shuttleworth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and a passion for supporting education to lead a team and make a positive impact on the student experience.

Key Responsibilities

Library Management

• Create and maintain a supportive learning environment
• Coordinate the work of the library team
• Ensure resources meet curriculum needs
• Promote library services across the college

Student and Staff Support

• Provide academic support to students and staff
• Deliver training on library systems and digital resources
• Liaise with curriculum teams to support learning objectives
• Monitor usage of online platforms and identify areas for improvement

Team Leadership

• Supervise and guide the library team
• Set clear priorities and expectations
• Provide ongoing training and support
• Manage rotas and adjust workflows as needed

Operational Procedures

• Oversee day-to-day library functions
• Manage stock purchasing and resource curation
• Deliver engaging library inductions
• Maintain accurate records and data for reporting

Statutory Duties

• Uphold safeguarding, equality, and diversity policies
• Comply with health and safety requirements
• Participate in training and continuous professional development

About You

Qualifications

• A Level (or equivalent) education
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Willingness to achieve Level 2 qualifications within one year if not already held

Experience

• Experience supervising or managing a team
• Customer-facing experience in a public or educational setting
• Experience working in a library or resource management environment is desirable

Skills and Attributes

• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive and able to learn new systems and procedures
• Flexible, collaborative, and approachable
• Able to handle challenging situations with professionalism
• Willingness to work occasional evenings as required

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If you're ready to lead, support, and help shape student success, apply today by submitting your application!

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