Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
Learning Resource Centre Manager
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Learning Resource Centre Manager
Learning Resource Centre Manager – Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
♿ About Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace is a mixed Academy serving 1,300 students aged 11–18, including a sixth form of nearly 400 students. The Academy has achieved four consecutive Outstanding Ofsted judgments, with the 2025 inspection confirming excellence across all categories. Our motto, "All Can Achieve", reflects our belief in empowering all students and staff to reach their potential through strong support and high expectations.
As part of the Harris Federation, we offer:
- A comprehensive induction programme
- Zhangzang strong career development, including pathways to a Masters and other qualifications
- A collaborative, supportive culture of best practice
£ Salary & Additional Benefits
- Grade 5 (Outer London): £32,535–£34,488 per annum *(Actual starting salary: £27,354.43–£28,996.45 for 38 weeks x 37.5 hours)
- Performance & Loyalty Bonus
- Generous Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan
- Harris Enhanced Benefits Package
### Key Responsibilities
Your role will involve managing, organising, and overseeing the Learning Resources Centre (LRC) to create an engaging, professional, and well-maintained learning environment. Core duties include:
Management & Operations
- Supervise and coordinate the Learning Resource Centre, ensuring its secure, professional, and student-friendly status
- Maintain and report on equipment faults (especially computers) to ensure functionality
- Oversee budgets, record-keeping, and efficient resource management
- Implement robust safeguarding measures for students using the centre
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Educational Engagement
- Foster extended reading by engaging with staff, students, and parents at consultation events and beyond curriculum time
- Provide advisory support on learning resources to students, staff, and the wider community
- Develop and deliver INSET training on:
- Teaching and learning techniques
- LRC material usage
- Reading interventions (e.g., Accelerated Reading) for KS3 students
- Curate intervention programmes to accelerate reading skills in targeted students, analysing data to report success rates
Collaboration & Outreach
- Annual Book Week – Liaise with the English and Media teams and external providers to host events that promote literacy
- Organise writer visits to raise the profile of reading and writing for pleasure
- Collaborate with other Federation LRCs, English teams, and resource agencies
- Extend academy hours access for community engagement
Curriculum & Study Skills
- Integrate study and information skills with the broader curriculum
- Manage the post-16 study centre and time-tabling for student access
- Establish and maintain events for effective LRC use across the curriculum
Reading & Rewards Systems
- Oversee the Accelerated Reader (or similar) scheme for KS3 students
- Implement and manage rewards systems to maximise student engagement
- Ensure alignment with the provider to maximize programme effectiveness
### Entry Requirements
We welcome applications from candidates with:
- English and Mathematics GCSE or equivalent
- Degree or equivalent qualifications
- Familiarity with library systems
- Knowledge of Accelerated Reader or comparable reading schemes
- Understanding of the UK National Curriculum (focus on English)
- 3+ years’ experience in an inner-city school or educational establishment
- Direct experience managing a library service or equivalent role
- Practical experience with diverse reading schemes for student progression
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(For a full job description and person specification, download the formal Job Pack.)
### Next Steps
- Before applying, download the Job Pack for detailed responsibilities and person specification
- Early application encouraged as interviews may be scheduled before the closing date
- Apply only via our careers website (closed submissions are not accepted)
Safeguarding Notice: All offers are contingent upon Enhanced DBS checks, references, and compliance with safeguarding policies. Applicants must adhere to DBS requirements, including a prohibition from teaching check if applicable.
### About the Harris Federation
We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity and inclusion. Our commitment to a supportive, collaborative environment ensures everyone is respected and their talents recognised.
Professional Development:
- Coaching and mentorship programmes
- Extensive top-tier training opportunities
- Widespread career progression paths
Tomorrow’s Promise We are committed to transforming lives through outstanding education. Join us to shape literacy initiatives, student success stories, and a vibrant learning culture.
Apply here to be part of our mission: All Can Achieve
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