Assistant Librarian

GEMS Education
Dubai
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Administration & Executive AssistanceEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Organisational skills","Communication skills","Collaboration","Proactive approach","Student support"]

Support the School Librarian in running the school library day to day—helping students and staff find books and resources, managing issuing/returns/shelving, and keeping accurate records and labels. Assist with cataloguing and stock checks, create engaging library displays, and support literacy initiatives such as book fairs, author visits, and reading initiatives. Maintain a safe, welcoming, inclusive learning environment and support scheduled library lessons and independent study.

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Assistant Librarian

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Job Summary

Support the School Librarian in running the school library day to day—helping students and staff find books and resources, managing issuing/returns/shelving, and keeping accurate records and labels. Assist with cataloguing and stock checks, create engaging library displays, and support literacy initiatives such as book fairs, author visits, and reading initiatives. Maintain a safe, welcoming, inclusive learning environment and support scheduled library lessons and independent study.
Location: Dubai
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Administration & Executive Assistance
Seniority: Intern level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Support the School Librarian with daily organisation and smooth running of the library.
  • •Help students and staff locate books, resources, and learning materials.
  • •Support issuing, returning, shelving, and organisation of library resources.
  • •Maintain accurate library records and ensure resources are appropriately labelled and catalogued.
  • •Assist with library displays, reading initiatives/events, and provide support during scheduled lessons and independent study periods.

Key Requirements

  • •Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant (TA), Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or similar school-based support role is highly desirable.
  • •A genuine interest in books, reading, literacy, and supporting young people.
  • •Strong organisational and communication skills to support students and staff.
  • •Confident working with students across different age groups.
  • •Basic IT skills and willingness to learn library management systems; no previous librarian experience required (training provided).
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:Organisational skillsCommunication skillsCollaborationProactive approachStudent support
Tech Stack:ITLibrary management systems

Company Brief

GEMS Education
GEMS Education is a Dubai-based global operator of private K–12 schools, running a large network of international schools and education services focused on delivering curriculum, teacher development, and student innovation programmes worldwide.
Industry: Education
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Funding: Private Equity Backed
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2000
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