Secondary School Librarian – Dubai

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Secondary School Librarian to join Sunmarke School in Dubai. The role involves managing the day‑to‑day operations of the secondary library, supporting students and staff in research and reading, and promoting a culture of curiosity.

Key responsibilities

• Promote a love of reading and a culture of independent learning among staff and students.
• Ensure the library plays an active role in the school’s intellectual life.
• Advise on resource usage and recommend improvements.
• Liaise with faculty heads to keep key material readily available.
• Support curriculum needs across all phases covered by Fortes Education.
• Manage enquiry services, including literature searches and advice.
• Process new books, audiovisual materials, and other resources.
• Register and update student records in the library system.
• Support the use of digital information services within and beyond the school.
• Maintain services and facilities to meet student and staff needs.
• Handle lending, collection, and circulation of library materials.
• Shelve books, periodicals, and audiovisuals in designated areas.
• Maintain inventory and conduct periodic audits.
• Assist stakeholders in navigating electronic records and periodicals.
• Teach students and staff how to use electronic databases.
• Locate library materials for patrons and guide them on service use.

Required profile

• Graduate degree in Library Science.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in library cataloguing/classification.
• Previous experience in an educational setting.
• Passion for reading, literature and educational technology.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to engender mutual respect with students, staff and parents.
• Flexible and responsive to the needs of the school community.

Required skills

• MS Office Application
• OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog)