Librarian/ Future-Ready Media Access Facilitator

OUR SCHOOL:

The pristine Reddam House Ballito campus is situated in the heart of Ballito, boasting a prime, easily accessible location. Reddam House Ballito offers a holistic, innovative educational experience, encouraging students to realize their unique gifts, talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence. We offer an internationally renowned curriculum, including a broad range of academic, cultural and sporting activities. The ethos of the school is underpinned by a nurturing philosophy and positive outlook. Our leading-edge facilities include a café, Olympic-sized Waterpolo pool and an impressive 500-seater theatre. We believe true excellence in education, is driven by a powerful, passionate team of exceptional teachers. We provide premium education from Grade 1 to Grade 12 to families living in the leafy suburbs of Ballito, Zimbali & Umhlali. The pristine campus is situated in the heart of Ballito, boasting a prime location that is easily accessible.

ROLE SUMMARY:

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to use technology and to use it to enhance the overall effectiveness of a library, including web based methods of improving technological access to information.
• Good overall knowledge of archiving and filing information as well as maintaining databases and reference information
• Capable of evaluating resources and finding the best ones for addressing different questions or issues.
• Ability to quickly and professionally search databases, internet resources, and catalogs to find needed information.
• Ability to communicate well with staff as well as with all students across the three schools on our campus.
• Deep knowledge of books. Good librarians usually read a variety of genres and types of books so that they can help to advise readers as to good books for their reading level and their interests
• Good overall knowledge of pop culture and current events may not be needed but can help with facilitating students' needs.
• Team Player

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Able to set clear expectations for students
• A depth of understanding in the future – ready libraries
• Excellent preparation and planning
• Experience in a formal school environment
• University degree in appropriate subject
• Certified Teaching Status.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.