Literacy Co-ordinator and Librarian

BLESSED THOMAS HOLFORD CATHOLIC COLLEGE

Urban Road

Altrincham

Cheshire

WA15 8HT

Phone

0161 768 6030

Email

recruitment@bthcc.org

Website

http://www.bthcc.org.uk/job-vacancies/

LITERACY CO-ORDINATOR AND LIBRARIAN - Required As Soon As Possible

Band 4

£25,410 to £27,563 actual salary (SCP 12 to 17)

To work full time (36.25 hours per week),

39 weeks per year (Term Time + Inset Days)

Monday Friday, 8:00am-3:45pm (including a 30 minute unpaid lunch break)

Are you passionate about promoting literacy and inspiring young people to read?

We are seeking a dynamic and organised Library and Literacy Coordinator to lead our library services and support literacy development across KS3-KS5.

In this varied and rewarding role, you will

Coordinate the day-to-day running of our busy school library

Plan and deliver reading, writing, and oracy interventions, including support for pupils with SEND

Organise engaging enrichment activities and events

Manage and develop library resources and data

Liaise with parents and external library professionals

Deliver CPD to staff on literacy strategies

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, creative, and committed to making a difference to our pupils’ literacy and learning.

Why join us?

Work in a vibrant secondary school with a strong Catholic ethos

Be part of a supportive and collaborative staff team

Opportunities for professional development and training

Make a positive impact on the lives of our students

To Apply

The job description and application form are available on the school’s website: Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College - Vacancies

Completed application forms should be returned via e-mail to: recruitment@bthcc.org

All applications should be made using the CES application form. CV’s cannot be accepted.

For informal enquiries about the post, please contact Catherine McGlone, HR Manager recruitment@bthcc.org

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) on line/social media checks may be undertaken for shortlisted applicants. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought, along with other relevant pre-employment clearances, for the successful applicant.

Closing date for applications - Monday 28 September 2026 at 9.00 am

Supporting Documents

↗ Job Spec Literacy and Library.docx