Library and Reading Centre Assistant - King George V School

KGV is looking for an enthusiastic person to develop the role of the reading centre at KGV and take a proactive role to support and encourage fiction reading across the School.

Responsibilities

PART 1: For Reading Centre - 25%

• Take an active role in selecting, ordering and maintaining a first rate literature collection, tailored to the needs of the School.
• Collaborate on and lead where appropriate reading events, competitions and activities. (e.g. KGV Literature Festival, author’s talk, and 1 to 1 book chat with students). 
• Deliver sessions to groups/clubs and classes (e.g. How to use the library catalogue)

PART 2: For Learning Resources Centre - 75% 

• Manage circulation services and other library duties (e.g. repair, weed, and shelve books) 
• Cataloguing resources in various languages such as Chinese and English 
• Collection evaluation and development 
• Managing library subscriptions 
• Compile statistical reports 
• Conducting research to support teaching and learning 
• Producing LRC publications and promotional materials 
• Facilities management and booking 
• Communicate directly with students, parents, teachers, outside agencies and schools where appropriate 
• Lead student groups where appropriate 

Requirements

• Excellent command of both spoken and written English and Cantonese 
• Strong time management and organizational skills 
• Proficiency in Microsoft functions, including Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel 
• Interpersonal skills 
• Filing system experience and proficiency 
• Effective oral and written communication skills 
• Active learning & Strong critical thinking skills 
• Positive attitude, integrity and excellent judgement 

Only application through our recruitment website will be considered. 

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong. 

For enquiries, please contact Ms Elsa Wong at elsa.wong@kgv.edu.hk.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

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