Librarian

UWC makes education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future

UWC Maastricht

We offer a challenging and engaging education for students from all age groups, equipping them with the attitudes, skills and knowledge to live a meaningful and flourishing life. The UWC Maastricht educational experience is about knowing and acting. We nurture an understanding of the world and its major challenges, and help students discover how they can serve others and make a positive contribution to society and the planet. We currently serve over 900 students from more than 100 countries, 200 of whom live in our residential community on campus.

The value of a UWC education

A UWC education is life-changing. We empower change makers and future leaders through the delivery of a unique programme in a deliberately diverse community. The educational ethos of UWC combines rigorous academic standards with experiential and inquiry-based learning in areas such as sustainability, intercultural dialogue, social justice, conflict resolution and social entrepreneurship. UWC students come together from very diverse backgrounds, including the most marginalised. Access to a UWC education is given independent of socio-economic background, supported through a rigorous admission process and a comprehensive scholarship programme: around 65% of UWC students attending the final two years of secondary school are awarded a full or partial scholarship. UWC’s 60,000 alumni are prized by top universities worldwide and, in their professional lives, they occupy positions of influence in industry, finance, civil society, government, healthcare, academia and the media.

Safeguarding

UWC Maastricht is committed to upholding the highest standards in student safeguarding. Throughout the application process we will be assessing your suitability to work with children and young adults. Prior to an offer of employment being made, UWC Maastricht will check directly with current and former employers about safeguarding.

A deliberately diverse community

UWC Maastricht is committed to creating a deliberate diverse and inclusive school community, uniting students and staff from the rich diversity of human existence. We not only wish to bring together people from different national and cultural backgrounds, but also recognize differences around ethnicity, religion and belief, language, colour, socio-economic opportunity, physical and mental ability, political ideology, gender and gender expression, and sexuality. Actively pursuing such a community and creating equal opportunities for all of our stakeholders will allow us to celebrate our diversity and, in the process, discover our commonality as members of the human race.

UWC Maastricht recruits qualified and experienced staff from around the world who are committed to our school’s mission to make education a force for peace and a sustainable future.

Join us!

UWC Maastricht has a full time vacancy (per August 1st, 2025) for a Librarian

Overview
The Teacher Librarian at UWC Maastricht creates an inclusive, vibrant, and resource-rich learning environment aligned with UWC’s mission of fostering peace, sustainability, and intercultural understanding. By integrating the library program into the school’s academic framework and collaborating with faculty and staff, the Librarian supports students in becoming informed and engaged global citizens. The Librarian ensures that resources and services align with curricular needs, support academic research, and contribute to the school’s broader educational objectives, fostering a love for learning, cultural awareness, and critical thinking.

 

The Librarian’s role will aim to:

Provide leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school’s library program is aligned with the mission and goals of the school and is an integral component of the learning/instructional program in order to offer students the encouragement they need to thrive at UWC Maastricht.

Establish, develop and manage the smooth operation of the library alongside teaching appropriate library, research and literacy skills to individuals, small groups and whole classes across the age range 11-19 in the school.

Create and maintain a visually and intellectually stimulating learning environment which supports and enhances the delivery of the school’s educational programmes.

Ensure the library is the beating heart of the school.

 

Key Responsibilities

Administration and Planning

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the library’s programmes, policies, and services in support of UWC’s educational mission and instructional goals.
• Prepare and manage the library budget to ensure optimal resource allocation.
• Serve on school committees, including curriculum and grade-level teams, contributing relevant insights as needed.
• Plan for library facilities and collaborate with other UWC campus libraries to enhance resource sharing.
• Collect and report library usage statistics to provide valuable insights to school leadership.
• Communicate regularly with the school community to promote library services and initiatives.
• Design and maintain a modern, welcoming library space that meets the needs of 21st-century learners.

Instructional and Curriculum Support

• Facilitate student inductions to the library, delivering skills training and supporting class visits to ensure students can fully engage with library resources.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate library materials into the curriculum, enhancing instructional activities with a diverse range of resources.
• Provide academic support for research projects such as Extended Essays, Internal Assessments, Personal Projects, and other inquiry-based learning tasks.
• Organise library events, including book fairs, author visits, and clubs, to foster a passion for reading and lifelong learning.
• Coordinate class visits and provide tailored instruction in library usage, academic integrity, and research skills in both individual and small-group settings.
• Serve as a resource specialist, helping students and faculty select and use instructional materials effectively.

IT and AI

• Oversee and implement library-specific IT systems to improve access, enhance search functionalities, and ensure smooth catalogue management.
• Educate students and staff on responsible and ethical AI use, particularly in research, information gathering, and project work.
• Integrate emerging digital resources, including AI-powered research databases, to expand students’ access to cutting-edge information and diverse perspectives.
• Stay informed about technological advancements in library science, adopting innovative tools and systems to maintain a forward-thinking library environment.

Resource Management

• Develop, update, and publicise a library materials selection policy that aligns with UWC’s mission and values.
• Keep up to date with professional journals, publisher catalogues, and other selection aids, sharing relevant resources with staff.
• Engage with sales representatives and communicate new and relevant resources to the school community.
• Collaborate with staff and students to evaluate and select library materials and equipment that meet diverse academic and cultural needs.
• Organise the library collection to maximise accessibility, maintaining inventory and circulation systems for efficient resource management.
• Classify, catalogue, and manage the library’s materials and equipment to ensure a broad and current selection for students and staff.

General Responsibilities

• Support the vision, ethos, culture, and policies of the school.
• Promote high standards across all areas of school life, with a focus on student progress and success.
• Comply with the professional duties outlined in the staff code of conduct.
• Commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Education degree and Professional competencies:

• At least a completed teaching degree and Library training
• Recent librarian experience in a similar school environment, with knowledge of IB programmes preferred 
• Proficient in English with excellent communication skills 
• Competent in library-specific IT applications 

 

 

 

 

Terms of Employment / Remuneration

You will get a contract of employment under Dutch law: the initial contract is for a year, until August 1, 2026.

The package will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the position, according to the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Secondary Education (‘CAO VO’). The salary is fitting to the vacancy.

Participation in the school’s pension plan via the ABP Retirement/Pension Fund.

Support in the application for the ‘30% Facility for Incoming Employees’ with the Dutch Tax Authorities (if relevant).

Location: UWC Maastricht, the Netherlands.

To be able to work in the Netherlands, a (foreign) staff member must be able to successfully apply for:

• a police check from the country of origine and the country currently staying.
• Residence and work permits for the Netherlands.
• A Dutch VOG (certificate of good conduct).

UWCM will assist in the application process for residence and work permits and VOG.

 

Information
If you would like to know more about this challenging position, please contact our HR Team via vacancies@uwcmaastricht.nl / via +31(0)43 2410 410, or check our website www.uwcmaastricht.nl

Our procedure

After shortlisting, we determine the suitability of the remaining candidates to work in our school via reference checks and interviews at our school or online.

As per our Hiring Policy, Safeguarding is a priority of UWCM and therefore all references will be asked questions in this area.

 

Your application

You can express your interest by uploading your CV (linked to the described successful profile and qualifications) and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position to our HR team.

 

The deadline for application is 4 January 2025.

Further information can be found on our website via ‘Working with us’. This vacancy needs consent from our participation council before we formally offer the job to our preferred candidate.