Library Assistant

5 months ago


Swansea, United Kingdom Swansea Bay University Health Board Full time

To be an integral member of the Library and Knowledge Services team responsible for providing and promoting a high quality service to staff of the Health Board and students on placement.

A first point of contact for library users, as library assistant the role is strongly focused on excellent and friendly customer service. Helping to maintain the library environment whilst assisting in the day to day running of the library will be the main aspects of the role as well as helping to offer a virtual library service to staff across the organisation.

To assist the Library Service Managers in providing a library and information service to staff of the Health Board and students on placement, to contribute to their provision of clinical care and their personal development, research and educational activities.

The post holder will carry out a wide range of tasks including using the library management system, answering enquiries, processing inter-library loan requests, placing orders, handling petty cash, cleaning and maintaining computer equipment and participating in the opening and closing of the library.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

Communication

Processing of incoming and outgoing mail.

Providing induction on how to use the library service to new users including students on placement.

Working closely with library assistants at other hospital sites on the creation of seamless library processes and procedures.

Participating in library assistant meetings. Scheduling, chairing and taking minutes at meetings.

Management

Responsible for the smooth operation of all loans, renewals and reservations using the Library Management System.

Registering new users, updating existing user records and ensuring compliance with data protection legislation.

Monitoring and responding to library overdue notices. Prepare invoices as and when required.

Responsible for delivering an efficient document delivery service, providing photocopies, books and scans as requested. Liaising with regional and national document supply services and ensuring compliance with relevant copyright requirements.

Assisting and supporting library users with Knowledgeshare current awareness service.

Responsible for stock processing new items and displaying within the library.

Carrying out repairs to damaged items.

Shelving and tidying books in accordance with the Wessex Classification Scheme. Responsible for the general upkeep of the library.

Creating new library displays and maintaining up to date noticeboards, posters and signage.

Participating in library open days and promotional events both within the organisation and at local and regional training events.

Finance and Resource Management

Responsible for ordering stationery and library equipment on Oracle. Receipting items on arrival.

Monitoring office supplies and re-ordering when necessary.

Assisting with the management of the Salto access system including the handling of card deposits and receipts.

Management of petty cash, issuing receipts in accordance with Health Board financial policies and procedures.

Information Resources

Assisting with library social media accounts.

Responsible for ensuring library PCs, laptops, equipment and printers are in good working order. Problem solving and when necessary reporting issues to the IT Helpdesk. Ensure regular cleaning of IT and library equipment in line with infection control procedures.

Undertaking bibliographic searches for users using electronic resources and internet sources.

Providing library users with a photocopying and scanning service.

Assisting library users with IT, particularly ESR and other online learning packages.

Education & Training

Participating in the Personal Appraisal Development Review (PADR).

Complying with all mandatory training requirements including ESR.

Demonstrating a commitment to life-long learning by participating in local and regional training events and undertaking training relevant to current role.


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