The Librarian is responsible for managing
the school library as a dynamic learning resource centre that supports the
academic curriculum, promotes a culture of reading, develops information
literacy, and provides high-quality print and digital resources in a safe,
welcoming environment.
- Manage daily library operations
and circulation.
- Catalogue, classify, acquire
and maintain library resources.
- Assist students and teachers
with research and information retrieval.
- Conduct library orientation
sessions.
- Promote reading through events
and literacy programmes.
- Manage digital library
resources and library systems.
- Conduct stock verification and
maintain inventory records.
- Prepare library reports and
budget requests.
- Collaborate with teachers to
support the curriculum.
- Ensure compliance with library
policies and copyright.
Requirements
Skills Required
- Diploma or degree in Library Science, Information Management, Education, or a related field
- Previous experience as a librarian, preferably in a school environment
- Two to three years of experience in a school or academic library
- Experience working with children or school students
- Knowledge of library management systems, cataloguing, and classification methods
- Good computer literacy and ability to use digital learning resources
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and record-keeping abilities
What We Do
Royal Institute is a Sri Lankan private education group operating Royal Institute International School across several branches, with programs spanning nursery through Advanced Level under AMI, Cambridge, Edexcel, and national curricula. Its education network also includes the Royal Institute of Colombo, which offers degree and certificate pathways through international university partnerships, along with English-language and teacher-training programs.
