Librarian

Vacancy: Librarian - Part Time

Salary: Competitive

Hours: Part-time - 9am to 2pm each day (some flexibility on hours and days may be possible) from August 2026

Weeks: Term Time 35wks (inclusive of 5 INSET days)

Contract: Permanent

Start date: August 2026

Founded in 1918, Bickley Park School is an IAPS Independent co-educational day school for children aged 2 ½ to 13, with over 300 pupils on roll and we are proud to be part of the Sevenoaks Family of Schools. The school is situated in London's greenest London Borough, on the fringes of Kent and with excellent train links to central London. The Pre-Preparatory and Preparatory sites are located three hundred metres apart on Page Heath Lane in Bromley.

We are seeking a Part Time Librarian 9am to 2pm each day (some flexibility on hours and days may be possible) from August 2026. This is a term time role, 35 weeks a year. The ideal candidate will promote and develop reading across the school through the enthusiastic provision of an efficient library service to students and staff. The ideal candidate will also organise and promote any reading competitions and special occasions – such as World Book Day, author visits, book fairs, etc.

To apply, please complete the attached application form, CVs cannot be accepted.

Closing date for applications: Monday 22nd June 2026 (midday)

Interviews: Thursday 25th June and Friday 26th June 2026

Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview early applicants should a suitable candidate apply.

Online searches will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates.

If you require any further details of this role please contact the HR Manger, psullens@bickleyparkschool.co.uk All applications should be made using the online form.

Please see the Job description attached.

Bickley Park School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. At Bickley Park we are committed to providing a well-structured staff development programme to enhance personal and team development. We are an equal opportunities employer.

We are proud of our diversity and inclusive culture in our workplace. We welcome all applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage, or civil partnership.