The Holt School - Learning Resource Centre Manager (Librarian)
THE HOLT SCHOOL
holtschool@holt.wokingham.sch.uk
The Holt is a popular and oversubscribed 11-16 girls and 16-18 co-ed comprehensive school, which converted to academy status in July 2011. The school was judged ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted in March 2023; there are 1459 students on roll (262 in the Sixth Form).
We wish to appoint a first class librarian to manage the day to day operation of the Learning Resource Centre. As well as providing curriculum support to staff and pupils you will be responsible for raising the profile of the library and promoting reading across the school, giving guidance and advice to students and staff creating an environment that promotes the learning ethos of the school.
The successful candidate would ideally have:
- a recognised professional qualification for librarianship or qualification accredited by CILIP or are working towards this
- successful experience of working in a library ideally in an education setting
- an understanding of the range of strategies that support reading development
- excellent communication skills
- a good knowledge of the Oliver library system
We can offer:
- students who are eager to learn and progress
- excellent professional development
If you would like to discuss this post, please contact Katie Warner, HR manager.
Application forms and further information are available to download from the school website. Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
The Holt School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Check.
Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 7th January 2026
Applications will be considered upon receipt, therefore, it is recommended that if you wish to apply for this position, you do so as soon as possible.
