Role overview
What you'll be stepping into
Watoto Church Ministries is a Christian ministry committed to transforming communities and caring for children and vulnerable adults. The organisation is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and all staff are expected to comply with its Safeguarding Policy and related standards.
Watoto encourages devoted and discipled Christians who meet the required qualifications and experience to apply for available opportunities.
Watoto Church Ministries is seeking a qualified and experienced School Librarian to manage library resources and information services while supporting students and staff in their learning and research needs.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining an effective and well-organised library system, managing print and digital resources, supporting information literacy, and working collaboratively with teachers to integrate library resources and research skills into classroom learning.
The role will also contribute to developing students' critical thinking, independent research, information literacy, and reading skills while ensuring that the library remains a safe, welcoming, and conducive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
The School Librarian will be responsible for:
Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date library resources catalogue and information services system in line with curriculum requirements and student learning needs.
Organising and maintaining print, digital, audio-visual, and electronic library resources.
Assisting students and staff in effectively accessing, using, and evaluating information resources and library services.
Providing reference, research, and information literacy support to students and staff.
Planning and implementing literacy promotion strategies and supporting curriculum-related learning activities.
Collaborating with teachers to integrate library resources, research skills, and information literacy into classroom learning.
Supporting the development of students' information literacy, critical thinking, and independent research skills.
Managing library administration, systems, records, and day-to-day operations.
Conducting regular library inventories and ensuring that relevant resources are available and properly maintained.
Training and supporting library assistants, volunteers, and student aides, where applicable.
Maintaining a safe, welcoming, organised, and conducive learning environment within the library.
Ensuring that library resources and services effectively support the educational and learning needs of students and staff.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
A degree in Library Science or a related field from a recognised university.
Knowledge of library policies, procedures, systems, and technologies.
Strong collaboration skills and a proactive, goal-oriented approach.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in relevant computer applications.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organisational and planning skills.
Required Experience
A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience working in a school setting.
Safeguarding
Watoto Church Ministries is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be expected to adhere to the organisation's Safeguarding Policy and related standards as part of their responsibilities.
Application Deadline
The deadline for applications is Friday, 16 October 2026.
How to apply