Librarian, Central London

1 week ago

London EW UN, United Kingdom QA Higher Education Full time £30,000 - £50,000 per year
About The Role

Join Us as a Librarian

Location: London

Working Style: Hybrid – 3 days on campus (across 3 of our Central London Campuses), 2 days remote

Organisation: QA Higher Education

Are you ready to shape the future of learning and empower students through access to knowledge? At QA Higher Education, our libraries are at the heart of academic success—and we're looking for a Librarian who's passionate about making a difference.

Why This Role is Perfect for You

  • Hours & Flexibility: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm, with hybrid working for better work-life balance.
  • Extra Opportunities: Occasional Saturday and evening work (paid additionally).
  • Career Growth: Ideal for candidates with an interest in education and/or information management. Perfect for those with a postgraduate qualification in information management—or graduates in Computing or Maths looking to become librarians.
  • Postgraduate Course: We'll support you to complete a postgraduate information management course to accelerate your career.
  • Travel & Variety: Occasional travel to our Birmingham or Manchester campuses adds diversity to your role.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Act as a campus librarian and learning & teaching partner, supporting students and academic staff.
  • Deliver information literacy instruction and one-to-one support, both online and in person.
  • Liaise with partner universities to ensure library services meet programme needs.
  • Manage campus collections and promote ethical use of information.
  • Create guidance materials and respond to enquiries with compassion and expertise.

What You'll Bring

  • Experience in a library/information environment or relevant teaching background.
  • Knowledge of HE pedagogies, digital tools (LMS, VLEs, databases), and reference management.
  • Postgraduate qualification in library or information management (or willingness to pursue postgraduate library-related study).
  • Passion for student success and commitment to professional development.
  • Strong relationship-building skills across teams and departments.
  • Willingness to complete a basic DBS check.

Why Join QA Higher Education?

  • Be part of a collaborative and student-focused team.
  • Make a real impact on the learning journey of thousands of students.
  • Enjoy professional development opportunities, including a company-funded postgraduate course.
  • Work in a diverse and inclusive environment where your expertise is valued.
About Us

About QA Higher Education:

QAHE partners with leading UK universities to deliver a wide range of programmes—from foundation to postgraduate level—across subjects like Business, Computing, Cyber Security, and more. We're committed to widening access to higher education and creating a safe, inclusive learning environment for all.

Equal Opportunities:

QA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Ready to Inspire Learning?

Apply now and help us build a library experience that empowers every student.

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