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Learning Resource Centre Manager, HARRIS CITY ACADEMY CRYSTAL PALACE
Learning Resources Centre Manager – Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
About Us
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace is a mixed academy catering to 1,300 students aged 11–18, including a sixth form of nearly 400 students.
With four consecutive Outstanding Ofsted judgments (last in 2025), the Academy thrives with a vision: "All Can Achieve"—where every individual is supported to reach their full potential. A strong, valued staff body drives this success.
As part of the Harris Federation, we offer:
- Comprehensive induction programmes
- Training and development opportunities, including Masters-level qualifications
Role Summary
We seek a Learning Resources Centre Manager to uphold a professional, stimulating, and orderly learning environment, promoting student achievement.
Salary: £27,354.43–£28,996.45 (37.5 hours/week, 38 weeks/year).
Main Areas of Responsibility
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Management of Learning Resources Centre (LRC)
- Oversee day-to-day organisation and supervision.
- Ensure well-maintained equipment; immediate reporting of computer faults.
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Engagement & Community Support
- Assist at presentation/c Consultation Evenings and engage with parents in promoting reading beyond curriculum time.
- Advise staff, students, and the wider community on learning resources.
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Staff & Student Development
- Design and deliver INSET activities on:
- Teaching/learning techniques
- Effective use of LRC materials
- Time-table LRC, enterprise centre, and post-16 study centre.
- Design and deliver INSET activities on:
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Collaboration & Curriculum Integration
- Liaise with English & Media teams for events such as:
- Annual Book Week
- Writer visits to promote literacy and pleasure
- Encourage LRC use across subjects
- Develop study and information skills aligned to the curriculum.
- Liaise with English & Media teams for events such as:
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Curriculum & Programme Leadership
- Lead the chosen reading scheme (e.g., Accelerated Reading) for Key Stage 3 students.
- Devise and deliver INSET on reading schemes for staff.
- Design intervention programmes to support/reward targeted students.
- Monitor progress, analyse data, and provide reports on student success.
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Finance & Record-Keeping
- Manage budgets for the Centre.
- Maintain robust records for resource management.
- Disseminate resource information to staff and students.
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Resource Supervision
- Oversee after-hours, lunch-time, and break-time access for students.
- Liaise with English Dept./external providers for scheme consistency.
Qualifications & Experience
We welcome applications if you have:
- GCSE passes in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
- A degree or equivalent qualification.
- Knowledge of library systems and Accelerated Reading (or similar).
- Familiarity with the National Curriculum (focus on English).
- Three+ years’ experience in an inner-city school/educational establishment.
- Library management experience.
- Experience with various reading schemes.
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For detailed requirements, refer to the full Job Pack & Person Specification.
Professional Development & Benefits
Our organisation values:
- Career progression via coaching, mentoring, and high-quality training programmes.
- ** enrichment**, including:
- Harris Allowance for eligible teachers.
- Performance/Tenure Bonuses.
- Generous pension contributions.
- Wellbeing Cash Plan.
Safeguarding Notice
All roles involve an enhanced DBS check, references, online searches, and (where applicable) a prohibition from teaching check. We are fully committed to safeguarding children and young people.
Equal Opportunities Policy
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer, respecting diversity in a supportive, inclusive environment.
We actively seek staff and students from all backgrounds.
Next Steps
Your questions? Email or call to arrange a discussion. Download the Job Pack (for full responsibilities/specification) before applying via our careers website.
Applications must be submitted before the closing date—we may recruit before expiry. Apply promptly to secure your interview opportunity.
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