Mobile Library Driver

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about Libraries, is an excellent team player and is eager to learn.

You need to be competent and confident to drive a 3,500kg vehicle. It is essential to be able to drive the vehicle in both urban and rural settings in accordance with appropriate road traffic regulations.

The successful candidate will be:

• Able to create a friendly and welcoming environment for a diverse range of customers
  • Excellent at multi-tasking, efficient, happy to work under pressure & confident with working alone on a Mobile Library.
  • Able to promote our services.
  • Confident in using IT (training will be given on specific library systems)
  Library experience is an advantage, but we also welcome candidates who have demonstrated exceptional customer service elsewhere.

The timetable for this post is full time, 37 hours, Monday – Thursday, 09.00 – 17.00, and Friday 09:00 – 16:30

Please note:

• Library work can be physically demanding.
• Staff may also occasionally be asked to cover other roles within Derbyshire libraries.
• Some evening and weekend working may be required, with the need for flexibility on occasions to suit the needs of the service.

What we offer you.

• 25 days of annual leave – pro rata (plus an additional 5 with 5 years of continuous service)
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Discounts at selected county leisure centers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free online health and exercise sessions

Provisional Interview Date: 11th May 2026

Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following ACAS link is understood before applying

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.