Library Assistant

2 months ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

Job Type: Part time, 15 hpw, 40 weeks per year

We are looking to recruit a Library Assistant to support the delivery of library services to members of the College. With previous experience in a similar role, you will play a major part in supporting the circulation of library books and other materials by checking loans back into the library on a daily basis and returning them to the library shelves.

You will provide administrative support including checking reading lists and producing regular displays of library materials.

Working in a small team, you will have excellent communication and organisation skills. You will be able to think creatively and take initiative when necessary.

You will ideally work 3 hours per afternoon for 40 weeks of the year during the University main term time, taking 12 weeks off during Easter, Summer and Christmas.

In return we can offer a benefits package including:

  • 36 days holiday (FTE)
  • Free meals on shift
  • A 6% employer contributory pension scheme
  • Free car parking (if available)
  • Life assurance x3 salary
  • A health cash back scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Wellbeing programme including free yoga and bootcamp

To learn more about this important role or to make an informal enquiry please contact:- Suzanne Tonkin, Librarian on library@lucy.cam.ac.uk.

Closing date: 9am Monday 9th September 2024

Interview date: Monday 16th September 2024

To apply for this role, please complete our application form below or submit your CV together with a covering letter with your reasons for applying for this role to recruitment@lucy.cam.ac.uk.

£8,280 p.a.


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