Librarian (Middle School)

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Middle School Librarian is responsible for managing and developing the Alfragide campus library as a dynamic, welcoming hub for reading, research, and digital literacy. Working closely with Middle School teachers and students (Grades 5–8), the Librarian fosters a lifelong love of reading, supports inquiry-based learning, and equips students with essential information literacy and critical thinking skills. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Library Management & Operations

• Oversee the daily operations, organization, and visual appeal of the Middle School library space.
• Manage the library management system (cataloguing, circulation, inventory, and overdue tracking).
• Curate, develop, and maintain a diverse, age-appropriate print and digital collection in both English and Portuguese that reflects our international community and curriculum needs.
• Manage the annual library budget, including book orders, subscriptions, and digital resources.

Teaching, Literacy & Curriculum Support

• Collaborate with Middle School faculty to integrate information literacy, research skills, academic honesty (citations/anti-plagiarism), and digital citizenship into classroom projects.
• Deliver engaging library lessons, book talks, and research workshops tailored to Middle School students.
• Promote a strong reading culture through school-wide initiatives, reading challenges, author visits, book fairs, and World Book Day celebrations.

Student Engagement & Pastoral Care

• Provide individualized reading recommendations and research assistance to students.
• Supervise students using the library during lessons, breaks, and study periods, maintaining a positive, focused, and inclusive environment aligned with school values.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Library and Information Science, Education, Literature, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience working in a school library (preferably Middle School or international/bilingual school environment).
• Familiarity with international curricula (such as Cambridge Lower Secondary / IB) is an advantage.

Skills & CompetenciesLanguages:

• Native or near-native fluency in English (working language) and strong proficiency in Portuguese.
• Strong knowledge of young adult (YA) and middle-grade literature, as well as digital research databases and educational technology.
• Proficiency in Library Management Systems (LMS) and Microsoft Office / Google Workspace.
• Warm, approachable, and proactive personality with strong classroom/student management skills.
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and collaborative mindset.

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.