Information Centre Manager

Joseph Leckie Academy, Walstead Road, West, Walsall, WS5 4PG
Tel: 01922 721071 Fax: 01922 641497 Principal: Mr Keith Whittlestone

TERM TIME + 4 WEEKS / 37 HOUR WEEK (WITH SOME EVENINGS BY ARRANGEMENT)

Required for September 2012 (or as soon as possible thereafter); a dedicated and customer-focused individual for the position of Information Centre Manager. This position has a particular emphasis on customer service and will include:
- Connecting students with library, local, community and national information, resources and services
- Use of automated information systems, databases and other technology for a range of processing and service tasks
- Use of the Library Management System
- Maintain collections using established procedures and systems
- Promote the development of reading and literacy skills for information and recreation and take a lead in creating a whole-school environment which encourages reading for pleasure
- Manage a study environment for both curriculum-based and independent learning. This involves the management and integration of both physical areas and virtual learning environments to create positive learning spaces
- Manage and promote a wide range of resources in a variety of formats, traditional and electronic, and where appropriate, the equipment to access them
- The ability to provide direct services to students and staff from the Academy as well as from external agencies
- Assist with other Academy activities and promotion

Applicants must have relevant customer service experience; although a library qualification is not essential. They will have a good general knowledge with an interest in teaching and learning, study skills, reading and current affairs. You will have:
- The ability to motivate and inspire students and stimulate curiosity, interest and enjoyment in studying, information retrieval and reading
- Creative problem solving skills and a professional approach
- High expectations of students and the determination to help raise student achievement
- Team skills and a desire to make a difference for all users of the Information Centre

We can offer you excellent resources, excellent support and professional development opportunities and friendly staff.

Joseph Leckie Academy is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of students and candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced CRB check.

Further details available from the college website: www.josephleckieacademy.co.uk
Applications forms to be received by 12.00 noon on AUGUST 24TH 2012 via

Interviews will take place week commencing: SEPTEMBER 3RD 2012