Job Description

School Librarian, Renfrewshire, Part Time, 14 hours per week, Temporary until March 2026, Grade 06, 12,439.18- 13,125.38 p.a.

Please see Job Outline and Person Specification and Recruitment Pack in the attached documents above.


Hours of work: 14 hours per week over 2 days (Monday and Tuesday) working from 8.30am to 4pm with a 30 minute lunch break. 17.04-17.98 per hour.


You will be responsible for the effective administration, management and organisation of the school library in Castlehead High School. The school library is open 3 days per week so will be shared with another librarian working 1 day.


Duties of the post include: to select relevant books and other learning resources to support the curriculum and the whole school community; to provide assistance and support to pupils and staff using the library; to encourage effective use of ICT and online resources; and to provide opportunities, activities and events to develop and enhance learning and literacy.


You must have a degree or postgraduate diploma in library and information studies or equivalent professional library qualification; have excellent ICT skills; and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy environment. You must also have the ability to work under your own initiative with minimum supervision, and good communication skills.


Experience of working in a library, and experience of working with children and young people is desirable, as is a knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence and of children's literature.


You may be required to work at any locations across OneRen in accordance with the needs of the business.



Closing date: 24 August 2025


Interview date: To be confirmed.



To apply, please click the "apply now" button below.


The successful candidate will be required to undertake a PVG Disclosure Scotland check.


If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.


Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have 'care experience'.