School Librarian - Skolbibliotekarie

Internationella Engelska Skolan (IES) is a leading independent school group with academic results far above average and a diverse and energetic staff. Teaching is in both Swedish and English, and the hallways are bilingual. The language of meetings and communication amongst the staff is English.


IES is one of Sweden's largest school groups at compulsory school level with 48 schools and around 32,000 students across the country. IES has grown steadily and maintained quality since 1993.


About the School

Internationella Engelska Skolan Liljeholmen is a primary school serving grades 4-9, located near Telefonplan with convenient access to both the subway and bus. Established in 2014, the school currently has over 90 staff members and approximately 930 students.

We are embarking on an exciting journey as we prepare to move to a brand-new school building next academic year, situated close to Midsommarkransen. This new facility will transform into a comprehensive primary school, accommodating classes from preschool to grade 9.

If you are seeking to work in an international environment with a supportive culture, IES Liljeholmen is the place for you. We have a diverse student body, with around 50 different native languages spoken, and an internationally rich staff.

We encourage and support internationally trained teachers joining us at IES Liljeholmen to learn Swedish and supplement their teacher education to eventually obtain a Swedish teaching certification.

About the Position

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated School Librarian to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in promoting literacy, fostering a love of reading, and supporting the informational needs of our students and staff. The School Librarian will manage the library's resources, programs, and services, ensuring that it remains a dynamic and welcoming space for the entire school community. Key Responsibilities

Library Management: Oversee the daily operations of the school library, including cataloging, organizing, and maintaining the library collection.

Instructional Support: Collaborate with teachers to integrate library resources into the curriculum and provide instructional support for research projects and literacy initiatives.

Collection Development: Evaluate and select new materials for the library collection, ensuring a diverse and relevant range of resources that support the curriculum and student interests.

Budget Management: Manage the library budget effectively to ensure the acquisition of new materials and the maintenance of current resources.

Social Media and Website: Assist in uploading school news and content to the schools social media accounts and website.

House System: Help coordinate the schools house system, planning fun and exciting events for the students to take part in

Hiring Process

We will be conducting ongoing interviews for the position, so we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.

If you believe this could be the right fit for you, don't hesitate to apply! We look forward to reviewing your application and having the opportunity to discuss the position and your qualifications further.

Additional Information

All Internationella Engelska schools across the country share the same vision for education, known as the IES Ethos. Please read more about this to see if it aligns with your professional values and beliefs.

At IES, all staff members enjoy a free pedagogical lunch. The lunch served always consists of four different dishes, a vegetable buffet, fruit, and bread with toppings.

IES operates under the Almega collective agreement for independent schools. There is also a local agreement regarding working hours.