What skills and experience we’re looking for
Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College’s popularity and success are built upon our commitment to provide our students with the best possible learning experience and the highest standards of support and guidance. We are proud of our dedicated staff and our vibrant student community, as evidenced by our recent Ofsted Inspection, which rated the College as “Outstanding” for Overall Effectiveness and in all other areas., with no recommendations for improvement.
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and student‑focused Library and Learning Resource Centre Manager to lead and develop our Library and Learning Resource Centre (LRC) as a dynamic hub for independent learning, academic research and digital literacy.
The role requires professional expertise, awareness of developments in library and digital resource management, and the ability to collaborate with curriculum, student support and academic colleagues. You will contribute to improving student experience and outcomes through research‑informed practice, active curriculum partnership and innovation in resource provision, including AI‑enhanced learning tools.
The successful candidate will have a recognised qualification in library or information services or equivalent experience in a library or learning resource environment. The expected start date is 10 August 2026.
What the school offers its staff
In return we can offer high quality in‑house coaching and mentoring; access to a wide range of professional development opportunities; access to Trust networks; access to Darlington networks; a highly supportive and collaborative staff; amazing students.
Commitment to safeguarding
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give the Trust consent to check their status if they are registered with the Update Service. An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with KCSIE. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern at interview.
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