Library Assistant – Secondary (Ref: SEC/LA/20260930_jdb)

The Independent Schools Foundation Academy (The ISF Academy) has a deep commitment to Hong Kong, inspiring Pre-Primary to Grade 12 learners to act as empowered global stewards since its establishment in 2003. As an internationally accredited private independent school, our unique student-focused academic curriculum and experiential learning programs are deeply rooted in Chinese culture combined with a truly bi-lingual and intercultural learning environment. ISF’s exceptional IB Diploma Programme performance over many cohorts, has seen graduates accepted at the world’s most prestigious universities to continue their next stage of learning. The school currently has around 2600 students and 530 employees across the ISF Pre-School and Academy.

We are now seeking a self-driven, passionate and experienced candidate to fill the following position:

Library Assistant – Secondary (Ref: SEC/LA/20260930_jdb)

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs circulation duties such as check-in and check-out of library/ Resource Room materials, registering users and updating user information;
• Assists students and staff in the use of online catalog or databases;
• Performs a variety of clerical and computer-related tasks as assigned;
• Prepares circulation desk for services on a daily basis;
• Shelving, straightening and shelf reading of library materials;
• Assists in accessing and processing print and non-print materials for circulation;
• Assists in cataloging and maintenance of bibliographic records;
• Handles overdue and reservations;
• Keep tracks with the payment for lost or damaged materials;
• Assists in set-up of displays and signage;
• Receives and deals with initial information requests;
• Help to co-ordinate with parent volunteers with miscellaneous tasks;
• Develops job-related abilities, skills and knowledge;
• Help to maintain the library as a welcoming and peaceful learning place;
• Assists in the community programs related to library activities;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Teacher Librarians, Principal, School Heads or any designee.

Requirements:

• Holder of the Certificate of Library Assistant (or equivalent);
• Fresh graduates would also be considered
• Work experience in a school library environment would be a plus;
• Good knowledge of Chinese and English word processing, library information systems and other office software applications, e.g. Publisher;
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin);
• Able to work independently, effective organizational and interpersonal skills; and
• Provides exemplary customer service in Library at all times.

The ISF Foundation, Academy & Pre-School are committed to ensuring safety and well-being of our students. We hold high standards of recruitment practices with specific attention to child protection. All applicants must be willing to undergo relevant background checks and screenings.

Free Shuttle Bus travelling to and from The ISF Academy will be provided:

Route: North Point > Admiralty Centre > Causeway Bay > Aberdeen > The ISF Academy

Route 2: Admiralty > IFC > Kennedy Town > The ISF Academy

Application Deadline: 16 October 2026

Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. We will offer an attractive benefits package including medical, life insurance, and opportunities for professional learning and continuing education to the right candidate. Please submit your application by completing the Application Form, Reference Check Statement which could be downloaded from our website: www.isf.edu.hk together with full Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter. Please quote with our “Ref: no.” by email to [email protected].

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