School Librarian

Job Overview

Job Overview

Amity International School, Abu Dhabi is seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic, and highly motivated School Librarian to join our dynamic learning support team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and managing comprehensive library services that support our British Curriculum and promote a love of reading and research across all year groups. Experience with digital literacy programs and maker space coordination would be advantageous but not essential. The ability to support academic research skills up to and including GCSE and A Level would also be highly valued.

About The Opportunity

This is an exciting chance to join one of the premier co-educational International schools in Abu Dhabi. Amity International School recognizes that its most important investment is in the quality of its teachers and support staff.

About Amity International School

• Well established British Curriculum International School that opened in 2015
• Renowned reputation for Sport, Music, Arts, and Academia
• 15-acre bay-side campus with unique facilities
• Beautiful setting on the perimeter of the UAEs capital
• Inspirational working environment with committed students keen to learn
• Set up as a not-for-profit organization
  
  

Benefits For The Successful Candidate

• Competitive salary benchmarked against leading schools locally
• Modern, purpose-built library and information center
• Supportive line management
• Access to professional development training
• Opportunities to collaborate with other departments and schools
  
  

Key Requirements (ADEK Compliant)

• Essential Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in Library Science, Information Science, Education, or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a school library or educational setting
• Valid UAE residence visa or eligibility to obtain one
  
  

Essential Skills And Experience

• Proven experience in developing age-appropriate library programs for students aged 3-18
• Knowledge of contemporary library management systems and digital resources
• Experience with collection development and budget management
• Understanding of information literacy curriculum design and delivery
• Strong knowledge of childrens and young adult literature
• Experience working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Proficiency in English
  
  

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with British Curriculum schools
• Additional language skills (particularly Arabic or other languages common in the UAE)
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the schools printed and digital library collections
• Deliver information literacy skills across all year groups
• Collaborate with teaching staff to support curriculum-based research projects
• Coordinate reading promotion programs and literacy initiatives
• Maintain library management systems and ensure accurate cataloguing
• Supervise library support staff and student library assistants
• Organize author visits, book fairs, and literary events
• Support students independent research skills for GCSE and A Level coursework
• Ensure library policies align with ADEK guidelines and international best practices
  
  

Library Facilities

• State-of-the-art library and information center
• Dedicated reading areas for different age groups
• Collaborative study spaces and quiet research zones
• Comfortable reading nooks and storytelling areas
• Professional collection and curriculum support materials
  
  

ADEK Compliance Statement

• This position is subject to ADEK (Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge) regulations. The successful candidate must:
• Undergo ADEK-mandated background checks and medical examinations
• Comply with all UAE Ministry of Education and ADEK professional standards
  
  

Safeguarding Statement

Amity International School is aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection and ADEK safeguarding guidelines. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

All Applicants Will Be Required To

• Undergo child protection screening as per ADEK requirements
• Submit a current police criminal check or equivalent from their home country or current country of residence prior to appointment
• Provide attested/apostilled copies of all educational certificates
• Supply a minimum of two professional references, at least one of which should be from the Head Teacher/Principal of the most recent school
• Complete ADEK medical fitness examination upon appointment
• Provide proof of professional registration where applicable
  
  

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview schedule. All appointments are subject to satisfactory ADEK approval and licensing requirements.

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