School Librarian

About the Role

GEMS World Academy, Dubai are looking for an experienced and highly committed
Librarian to support the continued evolution of our students' independent
learning skills by facilitating access to appropriate print and online
content.
GEMS World Academy, Dubai (GWA) is a private, co-educational IB World School
for PreK to Grade ‎12 students. Established in ‎2008 as a member of GEMS
Education, the Academy is authorised to deliver the PYP, MYP, DP and CP
programmes, and is also accredited by the Council of International Schools and
the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). We serve a multi-
ethnic community in the heart of Dubai. Our ethos is grounded in the IB
Learner Profile; we encourage intellectual curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit,
and foster a real sense of communal endeavour. The Academy has gained national
and international recognition for its work to improve outcomes for students,
as well as its aspirational and inclusive vision. As a member of the GWA
community you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the Academy
whilst working alongside an exceptionally talented group of teachers and
leaders.
This is an administrative position, beginning August ‎2023 , and entails
the following duties and responsibilities:
* Assist students to find books appropriate to their reading level and interest and help students and staff source topic-related books for study.
* Responsible for arrangements for students to borrow library books, keeping records of books borrowed, following up on unreturned books etc.
* Develop reading lists for various age levels.
* Liaise with Heads of Department to select and prepare annual library order including selection and renewal of subscriptions for periodicals. Place orders and process delivery of new books.
* Computer cataloguing of all books and produce catalogues of books held.
* Responsible for the storage, maintenance and access to the audio-visual library.
* Maintain, update and make available examination material (past papers, syllabi etc.) and college and careers material.
* Responsible for the general maintenance of the library ensuring it is comfortable, well lit, attractive, organised, clearly signposted etc.
We welcome applicants with a minimum of ‎1 year's experience as a Librarian in
a school setting and a Bachelors in Librarianship or Library Science or
similar. Our ideal candidate will have the above and be a committed and
creative individual with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills,
and be able to work effectively with students and staff.

About Your Benefits
An excellent remuneration package is available for successful candidates
including; a competitive tax free salary, premium medical insurance and life
insurance, working permit and residence visa, annual flight allowance, tuition
fee concession, and other benefits in line with the UAE Labour Law.
In addition to these, we offer:
* The opportunity to shape the future of a highly significant IB programme. The IB Programmes at GEMS World Academy are unique and exciting
* A culture of collaboration and an excellent support system
* An excellent programme of continuing professional development
* The opportunity to develop personally and professionally, structured performance management, and opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility
* A commitment to staff wellbeing, including access to all of our sports facilities, weekly fitness sessions, and staff social events
* GEMS Rewards, which offers a package of benefits for staff such as retail discounts, savings on gym membership, cinema tickets and many other offers