Secondary School Librarian

1 week ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Sunmarke School Dubai Full time

Job Summary:

Main Accountabilities:

  • Promote a love of reading and a culture of curiosity, independent learning and active research amongst staff and students at all levels
  • Ensure that the library plays an active and stimulating role in the intellectual life of the School.
  • Advising on usage of resources and helping establish where improvements can be made
  • Liaising with faculty heads to ensure key material is readily available.
  • Be familiar with all aspects of curriculum in all phases covered by Fortes Education.
  • Managing a responsive enquiry service, including literature searches and advice to colleagues.
  • Processing new materials including books, audiovisual materials, etc.
  • Registering and updating students records through the library system.
  • Support the active and appropriate use of digital information services within and beyond the School.
  • Ensure that services and facilities meet the needs of students and staff.
  • Lending and collecting books, periodicals, and other library materials at circulation desks.
  • Shelving books, periodicals, audiovisuals, etc. in the designated storage areas.
  • Maintain library inventory and conduct periodic audits of the information on file
  • Help stakeholders navigate the electronic records and periodicals
  • Check books and other materials in and out of the library
  • Teach students and staff how to use the electronic database and its functions
  • Locating library materials for students including books, periodicals, audiovisuals, etc.
  • Guiding patrons on how to use library services and resources.

Person Specification:

  • Proficient in MS Office Application and familiar with OPAC.
  • Minimum Graduate Degree in Library Science.
  • Must have at least 3 years' relevant experience in library cataloging/classification.
  • Previous experience in an educational setting is a must.
  • Infectious passion for reading, literature and technology in education.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
  • Engenders mutual respect with students, staff and parents.
  • Flexible and responsive to the needs of the school community and driven to achieve the best outcomes for the school.
  • Model and promote lifelong learning.
  • Highly motivated individual with a strong 'can do' attitude.
  • Dedicated to creating opportunities for the use of library resources and facilities.

Application Process:


Interviews will take place either face-to-face in Dubai or by video conferencing if the applicant is not based in Dubai.


To apply, please visit Our Careers page
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Company:Sunmarke School Dubai

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Employment Type:Full Time

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Education Level:Bachelor

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Salary:AED 5,000 - 5,999

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Experience:3 Years

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Gender:Female

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Job Type:Teaching, Librarian

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