Senior School Librarian at SPGS International School Bangkok

SPGS International School Bangkok is seeking an inspiring and experienced Senior School Librarian to play a foundational role in building the Senior School Knowledge Centre — a world-class academic resource hub serving students from Year 7 through to the IB Diploma Programme. This is a full-time, permanent position commencing August 2027, reporting directly to the Deputy Head Learning and Teaching.

Job Description

This is a rare opportunity for a visionary information professional to shape a premier Knowledge Centre from the ground up, bringing the intellectual rigour and scholarly culture associated with St Paul’s Girls’ School to a brand-new Senior School in Bangkok. Key responsibilities include:

• Designing, managing, and continuously developing a Senior School Knowledge Centre as a stimulating hub for print, digital, and e-learning resources across all key stages
• Embedding school values into daily practice to cultivate a genuine love of reading and independent inquiry among students
• Designing and delivering forward-thinking information literacy, research, and study skills programmes — including advanced search techniques, critical source evaluation, and academic honesty
• Collaborating closely with Heads of Department to align Knowledge Centre resources with the English National Curriculum, IGCSE, and IB Diploma Programme specifications
• Providing tailored research support and citation guidance for Sixth Form students undertaking the IB Extended Essay and Higher Level coursework
• Integrating digital databases, academic journals, and e-book platforms with clear pedagogical intent to build critical thinking
• Leading literacy initiatives including Book Week, reading challenges, author visits, and creative writing workshops
• Maintaining accurate cataloguing and circulation systems, managing the Knowledge Centre budget, and tracking resource usage
• Collaborating with the Junior School Librarian as part of the school’s ‘one school’ ethos, and managing assistant librarians as the school grows
• Serving as a Form Tutor and designing co-curricular activities such as book clubs, literary societies, debate research clinics, and creative writing groups
• Delivering INSET sessions for academic staff on digital research tools, copyright compliance, and effective use of Knowledge Centre resources
• Acting as an ambassador for the school during admissions events and prospective family tours
• Upholding the highest standards of safeguarding, child protection, and student wellbeing in line with school policy and Thai legal requirements

During the opening stage, duties may be more wide-ranging and require significant flexibility. Some preparation time with the appointee is anticipated prior to the official August 2027 start date to shape the Knowledge Centre layout, collection development, and research systems.

Requirements

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science, Information Management, English, or a related discipline — or a postgraduate qualification in Library Studies or Information Management
• Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a library or resource centre within a secondary/senior school setting
• Outstanding knowledge of contemporary young adult literature, academic research databases, cataloguing software, and digital learning technologies
• Proven ability to design and deliver engaging information literacy and research skills workshops to secondary-age students
• Strong organisational, administrative, and budgetary management skills
• Demonstrated ability to leverage technology to enhance information retrieval, student engagement, and digital literacy
• Strong interpersonal skills for building collaborative relationships with students, teaching staff, leadership, and parents
• Commitment to student safety, wellbeing, and inclusive practice

Desirable:

• Chartered Librarian status (e.g., CILIP) or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS/PGCE)
• Recent background in UK secondary education or international schools
• Direct experience supporting the IB Diploma Programme, particularly the Extended Essay and Academic Integrity frameworks, or IGCSE research pathways
• Experience setting up a new Knowledge Centre, including space planning and initial collection procurement
• Experience supporting multilingual or EAL learners in accessing English literature and academic texts

Personal Attributes: The ideal candidate is creative, energetic, and deeply passionate about fostering a vibrant reading and research culture. They are culturally aware, collaborative, reflective, and solution-focused — a confident communicator with a warm presence and a genuine commitment to every student’s growth.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package based on experience
• The opportunity to build a premier Senior School Knowledge Centre from its foundations within a prestigious international school community
• A professionally rich environment aligned with the academic culture of St Paul’s Girls’ School, London
• Ongoing professional development through the school’s coaching and learning cycle, INSET days, and engagement with international library networks

About the School

SPGS International School Bangkok is a new international school bringing the academic ambition and intellectual culture of St Paul’s Girls’ School to Thailand. The Senior School serves students from Year 7 through to the IB Diploma Programme in the Sixth Form, offering a rigorous English National Curriculum, IGCSE, and IBDP pathway within a diverse and supportive international community.