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Job Title: Library Assistant Starting Salary: £25,185 with the opportunity to progress to £26,403 per annum (pro rata for part-time) - pay award pending Hours: up to 37 hours per week Location: Hertfordshire Contract Type: Permanent Directorate: Resources<h4>About the team</h4>Do you want to make a difference in the community and help people to enrich their lives, whilst progressing in a whole new career? Then apply for a job with Hertfordshire Libraries. We have a number of Library Assistant roles in libraries across Hertfordshire. One of those roles could be for you!Hertfordshire’s libraries are more than collections of books. They are hubs for community activities, places to access digital technology, and gateways to reading, information and wellbeing. Our service points include small village libraries, town and city libraries, and performing arts libraries. Hertfordshire Libraries exists to help people to live better lives for longer. All of which means today’s Library Assistants need to be passionate about proactively helping people of all ages and from all backgrounds.<h4>About the role</h4>Library Assistant roles offer successful applicants the opportunity to get involved in a hugely varied range of activities.<ul><li>You will be actively promoting and supporting the use of all of our library resources and helping customers to find the information that they need.</li><li>You will help to deliver a programme of library activities and events, as well as supporting the Library Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the library.</li><li>In some libraries you will be involved in helping us to deliver services that are unique to that service point. This may include, for example, assisting people to use our CreatorSpace resources, including 3D printers and virtual reality devices.</li><li>All of our Library Assistant roles help to make a positive difference to people’s lives.</li></ul><h4>About you</h4>We look for people who are friendly, confident, and outgoing. Who will be a reliable and flexible team player who is willing to engage with the full range of services, and events that libraries offer.Essential:<ul><li>Experience in delivering a high standard of Customer Service to members of the public.</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Demonstrable time management skills in organising and prioritising.</li><li>Competent ICT skills, including Microsoft Office, Internet and other computer-based resources.</li><li>Evidence of working collaboratively with a team to achieve aims and objectives</li></ul>Desirable:<ul><li>Experience of meeting KPIs and other targets set by Team Leads</li><li>Skill or experience in promoting events and services.</li><li>Evidence of, or experience in, problem solving</li><li>Ability to support members of the public with queries and use of IcT.</li><li>Knowledge of Library Services.</li></ul>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.About the Library:Watford WE17 3EU 18.5 hours&nbsp;Watford Central Library&nbsp;is a large, bustling town centre library spread over two floors. We are open seven days a week and offer a wide range of services, events, and activities for both adults and children. These include Baby Rhyme Time, Story Time, Lego Club, and a Sewing Group. Our modern CreatorSpace is used for creative and digital activities, as well as various clubs and events.Buntingford Library, SG9 9AE 18.5 hours per week18.50 Hours per week, Buntingford Library is a recently refurbished small Tier Two Library that occupies a prime location in the historic town's High Street. You will be joining a friendly, dedicated team and will contribute to all events, from Baby Rhyme Times to Historical Society meetings, complementing our position as a key part of the local community.Please ensure you can work the hours on the attached Rota before applying.This job role is within the Community Services level 5 job profile. Please locate this via:Job profiles - Community servicesTake a look at the video clips below to hear a Library Assistant talking about why she loves her job working in libraries:What is it like working in the library:<a href="https://youtu.be/flsoUF2r-Fk" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/flsoUF2r-Fk</a>Working with the Public:<a href="https://youtu.be/Dw5yYsZ_V8k" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/Dw5yYsZ_V8k</a>Variety of opportunities<a href="https://youtu.be/RcK6XcPqEm0" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/RcK6XcPqEm0</a>For an informal discussion and more information please contact the Libraries Customer Service Centre on 03001234049.Closing Date: This is an ongoing advert and you may be required to start work before the closing date specified.Interview Date: Please note interviews will be arranged on an ongoing basisVacancies are being progressed regularly which may mean that a vacancy at a particular library may be filled before a candidate is put forward, however there are ongoing vacancies.Benefits of working for us<h4>How to apply</h4>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. <h4>Additional information</h4>Disability Confident We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.English Fluency The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.Why Hertfordshire:&nbsp;Watch our&nbsp;‘Why Hertfordshire’video. Our staff use their own words to tell their story and share their experiences of what it is like working here. Take your next step in your career.<h4>Available documents</h4><ul><li>Map of Hertfordshire Libraries by Tier.pdf</li><li>Rota - Buntingford Library 18.5 hours.pdf</li><li>Watford Library Rota - 18.5 hours .pdf</li></ul> 





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Medway Libraries are seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and customer focused Library Manager to lead our libraries at Walderslade Village and Walderslade Hook Meadow.Our Library Managers work in the heart of our communities and play an integral role in developing and delivering our library services, working with colleagues across the authority and local partners to deliver dynamic and customer focused library services that meet the needs of local communities.As Library Manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of staff operating across two libraries, ensuring that excellent customer service is delivered to all library customers. Using your excellent communication and people management skills, you will ensure that team members feel supported in their roles, guiding training and development for your staff while continuing to broaden your own knowledge and identifying opportunities to develop service operations. You will oversee day-to-day activity in both libraries including dealing with property issues, ensuring health and safety policy is adhered to, and managing customer comments, compliments, and complaints.Medway’s Libraries and Community Hubs are an essential component of the council’s cultural offer – working with other managers, librarians and council teams, you will also use your networking skills to build and develop local partnerships to boost library use, drive cultural engagement, support local health and wellbeing initiatives and ensure that libraries sit at the heart of Medway’s communitiesIf you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please call Will Train on 01634 337356.Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C. When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels: Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview. Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A. Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. Medway Libraries are seeking a Library Manager to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. Important Information- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profileFor further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. Please visit <a href="http://www.mindfulemployer.net/" target="_blank">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.





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Medway Council

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Library Assistant&nbsp; £28,521 - £28,929 per annum pro-rata 30 hours per week Fixed Term role until 31st March 2026 at Stratford Library About Us The London Borough of Newham is located only 5 miles east of London. It is well positioned with access to all major networks in London and the south east.&nbsp; It is well connected&nbsp;by public transport with, bus, tube and DLR. When the Crossrail service opens it will call at Custom House close to our council offices and also Stratford station and from there to central London. The London City Airport which serves major European cities is located at Royal Albert Dock. Newham has the youngest overall population in the country. It was one of the six host boroughs for the 2012 Summer Olympics and contains most of the Olympic Park including the London Stadium. It has a thriving arts quarter with the both the Theatre Royal Stratford East and Stratford Circus Arts Centre offering excellent entertainment for all the family. There is the University of East London which has two campuses in Newham, one in Stratford and another next to the regenerated Royal Albert Dock. It also has a large Westfield shopping Centre in Stratford which has all the major retailers there. Newham has a large housing regeneration programme that will build over 1,000 new council homes by 2022. Newham Libraries is an ambitious library service that plays a pivotal role in improving the quality of life of our residents.&nbsp; Prior to the pandemic the number of visits to libraries and the number of books borrowed were increasing year on year and are now bouncing back again.&nbsp;The service is well placed within the Council and works closely with Public Health and other services. Key priorities for the service are ensuring that our book stock is representative of and relevant to our communities; encouraging Reading for Pleasure for all; developing our Digital Lending offer; building on our innovative approach to the Summer Reading Challenge; developing our Under 5s offer; and delivering a high quality library offer.&nbsp; There are 10 libraries across the borough delivering a high number of opening hours and a large number of events and activities.&nbsp; Library and Senior Library Assistants have an essential role in delivering this ambition.&nbsp;They carry out a range of tasks including but not limited to: assisting customers with transactions; shelving of books and book displays; providing digital assistance and basic digital skills sessions; information provision and sign-posting; running or supporting events and activities including Under 5s story times; and promoting books and reading.&nbsp;On occasions Library and Senior Library assistants may also be required to support outreach activities or resident forums.&nbsp;As duty managers, Senior Library Assistants may be required to open and close buildings; take bookings and payments; oversee staff activity; and carry out cashing up / banking functions. The candidate will have excellent customer care skills and experience, will enjoy helping people and be genuinely passionate about the role of libraries in providing a range of opportunities for our residents. They should have libraries or similar customer focused experience, love reading and talking about books, enjoy STEM and digital engagement, have a good level of literacy, numeracy and IT skills, experience of running activities, and enjoy working with the public.&nbsp; Please note we are not accepting applications from candidates that have applied in the last 6months Please view JD here Closing date: 3rd August 2025 Additional information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by <a href="https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn" target="_blank">https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn</a>.

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