Librarian at Howbury School Lagos

Job Summary

• We are looking for a passionate and proactive School Librarian to join our team.
• The ideal candidate must not only be highly organized and knowledgeable about library management but also enthusiastic about instilling a strong reading culture among students.
• This role is central to fostering literacy, supporting academic excellence, and handling key administrative responsibilities, including the coordination and dispatch of student results.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the acquisition, cataloguing, circulation, and maintenance of library materials.
• Promote reading through literacy programs, book clubs, storytelling sessions, and reading challenges.
• Work closely with teachers to align library resources with curriculum goals and class projects.
• Cultivate a love for reading across all age groups through creative displays and engagement strategies.
• Monitor and guide students in using both print and digital resources responsibly and effectively.
• Maintain an organized and welcoming library environment conducive to study and reading.
• Oversee the collation and timely sending of termly results to parents/guardians via the appropriate platforms.
• Support administrative and academic processes that enhance the school's overall learning culture.

Qualifications & Skills

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Library Science, Education, English, or a related field.
• At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in a school or children-focused environment.
• Strong knowledge of children’s and young adult literature.
• Ability to motivate and engage students in reading and literary activities.
• Competence in the use of basic ICT tools, digital library systems, and electronic communication platforms.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, especially in managing records and dispatching results.

Work Hours & Location:

• Full-time, on-site role within a dynamic school setting.