Position: Librarian (Reigate Grammar School Phnom Penh)__Deadline:24-April

Location:  Phnom Penh

Reigate Grammar School Phnom Penh (RGSPP), part of the award‑winning Reigate Grammar School global family, is a premium British international school delivering a world‑class education in Cambodia.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Library Management & Operations

• Set up, organise, and maintain all library resources (print, digital, and multimedia) at the start of each academic term and year.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the school library, ensuring it functions as a vibrant hub for reading, research, and independent learning.
• Ensure the library space is welcoming, well-organised, safe, and conducive to learning.
• Work with the Operations and Facilities teams to maintain security, health and safety, and cleanliness in the library.

Curriculum & Academic Support

• Collaborate with teachers and Heads of Department to support curriculum delivery with relevant and engaging resources.
• Develop and deliver library orientation and research skills sessions across the school, including scheduled instruction in Library and Information Literacy for Upper Primary and Secondary students.
• Contribute to cross-curricular learning by supporting inquiry-based learning and reading for understanding.
• Promote critical thinking, academic honesty, and responsible digital citizenship.

Resource Management & Systems

• Catalogue and manage all acquisitions, subscriptions, and inventory using library management systems.
• Liaise with the academic team regarding potential resource acquisitions and communicate updates on new materials.
• Track and maintain accurate records of procurement, invoices, and usage reports in line with school policy.
• Work towards introducing Accelerated Reader or a similar programme, supporting reading development and data tracking across year groups.

Reading Culture & Literacy Promotion

• Champion reading for pleasure and help foster a school-wide reading culture.
• Plan and lead events such as Book Week, author visits, reading challenges, and book fairs.
• Collaborate with the English Department and wider teaching staff to embed reading initiatives across the school.
• Create engaging displays and update reading boards with student reviews, themed collections, and new titles.

Inclusion, Culture & Global Citizenship

• Ensure the library supports multilingual learners and represents a diverse range of voices, cultures, and perspectives.
• Contribute to cultural awareness across the school by supporting celebrations such as Khmer New Year, Chinese New Year, and other global festivals through themed resources and displays.
• Support the integration of the library into RGSPP’s Global Citizenship and DOVE values programmes.

Community & Student Engagement

• Support pupils in developing independent learning skills, including how to find, evaluate, and use information effectively.
• Engage with Student Leadership groups and House teams to ensure student voice is reflected in the library space and resources.
• Collaborate with the Director of Co-Curricular Activities to explore opportunities for ECAs that promote literacy, reading clubs, and research-based competitions.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant qualifications in Library Science, Education, or a related field
• Experience managing a school or academic library
• Strong digital literacy and familiarity with library systems
• Experience in an international or bilingual school setting
• Familiarity with the Accelerated Reader programme or similar tools
• Experience supporting students with English as an Additional Language (EAL)
• Knowledge of British or international curricula

Please send CV and cover letter to
Email:      recruit@reigategrammar-pp.edu.kh
Phone:    0969200108 , 099 200 339
Website: https://www.reigategrammar-pp.edu.kh/careers
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