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Learning Resource Centre Assistant

Newcastle City Council

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom£27,274 - £28,153 per annum. Actual Salary £23,393 - £24,147 per annumCloses: 19 Oct
Callerton Academy
Bedeburn Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE5 4JQ


We are seeking a Learning Resource Centre Assistant to help create an engaging, welcoming and well-organised learning environment for our students. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Learning Resource Centre, supporting students and staff to access a wide range of resources, promoting reading for pleasure, and helping to develop students' independent learning and study skills. Working closely with the Whole School Reading Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in fostering a positive reading culture across the Academy.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for someone who:

Has excellent organisational and administrative skills.
Can communicate effectively with students, staff and other stakeholders.
Enjoys working with young people and can build positive relationships.
Is confident using ICT and information retrieval systems.
Is self-motivated, reliable and flexible in their approach to work.
Has a passion for reading and supporting students' learning and development.
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
Generous annual leave 
Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals 
Enthusiastic and motivated students 
An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development 
A school with its community at heart 
Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: peoplecallerton@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone: 0191 429 9797, option 4.

We do not accept CV's. If you attach a CV to you application this will not be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date. 

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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