Librarian Introduction We are currently seeking to appoint an experienced, well-qualified Librarian to join us for the foundation of Brighton College Dubai in August 2018. This is a rare opportunity to join a school from day one, helping to form and mould the structure and operation of the College from the very start. Staff will be given many opportunities to contribute to the life of the school both in and out of the classroom. It is expected that all colleagues will support one another in what will be an immensely exciting but also at times challenging project in establishing Brighton College Dubai as a true leader in the city of Dubai. It is expected that this will be achieved through the collective efforts of an exceptional and hardworking team with the united goal of ensuring that every child reaches their potential both academically and socially, by pushing boundaries and broadening horizons. Brighton College Dubai benefits from a strong partnership with Brighton College, one of the UK s top schools, and with Brighton College Abu Dhabi, Brighton College Al Ain and Brighton College Bangkok. The Brighton College family of schools currently educates more than 4,000 pupils. Our position as a member of a group of leading academic schools creates opportunities for professional development and career progression. Packages are amongst the best globally, with an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits. The College Brighton College, one of the UK s top schools, will open its fourth sister school in Dubai in September 2018, following in the footsteps of Brighton College Abu Dhabi (2011), Brighton College Al Ain (2013) and Brighton College Bangkok (2016). Brighton College Dubai will be comprised of a Preparatory School (for pupils aged 3 to 11) and a Senior School (11-18), and it aspires to become one of the leading schools in the UAE and of the Middle East. With a prime location, it will educate 2,000 pupils across the 3 to 18 age range on a striking new campus in the centre of Dubai, one of the world s most innovative and exciting cities. It will offer its pupils a world-class British education in a co-educational setting, leading to IGCSE and A-level studies, and entry to the world s leading universities. A key component of Brighton s internationalisation is the importance its places upon ensuring that its sister schools are authentically interpreting its values and ethos. Each school combines academic excellence with a wealth of extra-curricular opportunities, all underpinned by a deep commitment to the individual needs and enthusiasms of every child, and each values the importance of the individual: every boy and girl in the Brighton College family of schools is valued for his or her own sake and
encouraged to develop his or her talents to the full, in a community where there are no stereotypes and where every achievement, however small, is noticed. Brighton s success is built upon recruiting genuinely inspirational staff who can enthuse about their subject and will help to create an exciting and vibrant intellectual environment in which children can explore their interests, develop their existing talents and acquire new ones. In the opening year Brighton College Dubai will open in all Years from Foundations Stage 1 through to Year 9. From this opening position, it is expected that in a relatively short period of time the school will operate a full IGCSE and A Level programme aiming to be the leading British international school in the Emirate of Dubai heavily oversubscribed applications for entry. The School will work closely with the local education regulator KHDA (Knowledge and Human Development Agency) to ensure that not only are all regulator and accreditation requirements fulfilled but will act as an example of best practice to be shared in many areas of teaching and pupil experience. A unique additional feature of Brighton College Dubai s campus will be its partnership with the Centre for Excellence in Arabic, Language, Culture and the Arts, offering enrichment opportunities to the whole school community a unique and innovative project that Brighton College Dubai will support and in which it will play a leading part. Preparatory School The Preparatory School at Brighton College Dubai will deliver an innovative and exciting curriculum for pupils in Years 1-6, following an enhanced UK National Curriculum. We aim to give our children a broad, exciting and holistic independent school experience, where there are no ceilings on what they can achieve and expectations in all areas are high. We help our children to find their passions and fulfil their potential, achieving more than they thought possible and taking pride in their achievements. In line with leading UK independent schools, we are committed to providing a safe and caring pastoral environment for the children within a very well developed House System, led by House Masters and Mistresses. Beyond the classroom, Prep School pupils are encouraged to learn new skills and gain a broad range of interests; to give things a try and to learn to take risks. All our teachers offer co-curricular activities and are involved in all aspects of College life, both inside and outside the classroom. We will strive to turn out well-educated, globally aware, tolerant and intellectually curious men and women who are ready to take a full, active and positive role in the life of Dubai, the United Arab Emirates and our world. Central to this vision are our teachers and leaders. Job Description - Librarian Responsible to: Deputy Head Academic (and Head of Preparatory on age related queries) Responsible for: the Assistant Librarian Main Objective Brighton College Dubai Library provides for the educational, cultural and recreational needs of the College community. The Librarian maintains the College s Library s collection of resources, in order to support the community of teachers and pupils in teaching and learning as well as recreational
needs. The Library should maintain an atmosphere that is welcoming and conducive to study. The Librarian should promote the Library so that users are aware of all services on offer. Responsibilities Day-to-day work involves the researching of titles, ordering of books, cataloguing and processing books. The Librarian is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Library and for providing an effective information service to pupils and staff. The Librarian is responsible for the borrowing and returning of books, maintaining systems and equipment in the library and for ensuring that the Library Management System is fully operational and in use. The Librarian monitors the pupils use of the Library computers for research, writing of projects and course work, and gives help and instruction when needed. The Librarian liaises with members of staff on whole class and group use of the Library resources. The Librarian liaises with the Careers staff to assist pupils in researching universities and careers. Operational 1. Ensure the effective operation of the lending service. 2. Provide an enquiry service to pupils and staff. 3. Select, catalogue, classify and process all acquisitions. 4. Maintain discipline within the library to ensure an atmosphere conducive to study. 5. Supervise pupils in the library who are conducting prep study or examination preparation. 6. Maintain the computer catalogue and printed subject index. 7. Optimise the use of ICT in the Library, providing training and support for staff and pupils. Promotional 1. Promote the Library throughout the College. 2. Produce literature to aid library use and encourage pupils in recreational reading. 3. Work with academic staff to develop a programme of activities in the Library both within and outside the school day. 4. Support developments in both teaching and learning styles required to deliver the curriculum at Brighton College Dubai. 5. Liaise with Heads of Departments to ensure stock provision matches curriculum needs. Instruction & Guidance 1. Facilitate the development of the pupil as an independent learner. 2. Instruct pupils in the skills required to make full use of the Library, both in structured lesson time and informally, on a day-to-day basis. 3. Assist staff in choosing learning materials appropriate to the whole range of courses and for their professional and personal reading. 4. May be attached to one of the College Houses as a pastoral house tutor. Administrative 1. Take responsibility for the review and update of policy pertaining to the Library and its use.
2. Take responsibility for the review and update of the Library Annual Development Plan including an assessment of facilities, and recommendations for improvements. 3. Be responsible for submission and management of the annual budget, ensuring that purchases are prioritised in line with the Library Policy and Annual Development Plan. 4. Produce and maintain the annual Library handbook. 5. Provide statistics and information for the annual report to Head Master and Governors as required. 6. Attend Heads of Department meetings, and any other meetings as required by the Head Master. Additional All members of staff are expected to participate in the wider life of the school by attending cultural, sporting and extra-curricular events and by offering an option in the pupils activity programme, which will for this role be based out of the School library. On occasion compulsory attendance at weekends is required at whole-school events e.g. National Day, Speech Day & Open Mornings. Hours of Work 7:30am to 4.30pm, Sunday to Thursday. Workings days in accordance with the KHDA school calendar plus additional working days during school holiday periods. These are likely to be the week before the beginning of the Academic Year and others as required, exact details to be agreed with the Senior Management Team. Skills/Qualifications Required: 1. Appropriate qualification and experience in Librarianship. 2. Computer literate in Word, Excel, databases and library management software. 3. Ability to work on own initiative and develop programme of activities to encourage Library use. 4. Organisational skills to run the library and plan your time. 5. Enthusiasm. 6. Excellent people-management skills. Accountability The School Librarian is accountable to the Senior Management Team in relation to all aspects of the running of the Library. Salary To be agreed according to the College salary scale and experience of the successful applicant.
HOW TO APPLY All applications must consist of the following completed documents: 1. Letter of application (maximum one and a half sides of Garamond 12) addressed to Mr Marco Longmore, Head Master of Brighton College Dubai. Please state clearly in your letter your experience, together with details of your co-curricular strengths and contributions. This should be attached to your electronic application. 2. Completed application form 3. CV (maximum 4 sides) naming two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. This should be attached to your electronic application. 4. Applications must be loaded to the Time Educational Supplement online application site. This will generate a formal application profile. Please note: Incomplete applications will not be considered and that Brighton College Dubai reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process. Due to the expected high levels of interest in positions at the School, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted within 21 days of the closing date for applications. Closing date for Applications will be on 17 th April 2018 Brighton College Dubai is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note that should your application be successful, a police check will be undertaken in the country of origin; in the UK, a disclosure will be requested from the UK s Disclosure and Barring Service.