Library Assistant

7 months ago


Yate, United Kingdom South Gloucestershire Council Full time

**How you'll make a difference**:
You will make a difference as a Library Assistant by supporting the delivery and promotion of the Library Service.

**What will you be doing?**
- You will use the library management system and self-service equipment and help the public use IT and information resources.
- You will be required to handle cash and card payments.
- You shall participate in the preparation of new materials, and the maintenance of existing stock through the repair and withdrawal of older materials as directed. You will also ensure the good order and general tidiness of the service point including the sorting and shelving of materials in the appropriate sequence and assisting with promotions and displays.
- You will take part in a wide range of promotional activities and outreach work with all ages, including active involvement in rhyme and story times, undertaking craft sessions, hosting reading groups, organising author events, making school visits and visiting community centres.
- You will need to undertake the physical aspects of the job including shelving and counter work, lifting and carrying of books and other materials.

**What you need to know**

You will be required to work every Saturday at Winterbourne library

Salaries are pro-rated to hours worked
Salary hourly range: £11.18 - £11.39

This is a limited term contract until the 31.3.24

**What we need from you**:

- You will have a minimum of three GCSE passes at Grade C/Level 4 or above or equivalent including maths and English.
- You can demonstrate an understanding of equal opportunities in the delivery of services including an ability to work with people of all ages and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers.

**How a career at South Gloucestershire Council is different**:

- We value our staff as individuals, investing in their careers and we are recognised for the quality, breadth and depth of our **training and development** offer, which helps make the greatest long-term difference in work.
- What’s special here is the strength of the **team ethos**, the support and the training.
- As part of our benefits package you will receive **generous annual leave** (pro rata), employee **wellbeing support** and you will have access to a range of **staff discounts**, including eye tests, travel, shopping and leisure activities

Our teams at South Gloucestershire Council are making a real difference to the lives of people who live, work and learn here.
- We're building and shaping communities which people are proud of
- We're planning for the future; building and improving the roads, railways, schools, green spaces, and houses.
- We’re providing essential services across our communities to ensure they are safe and well maintained.

We've achieved a great deal, but we need talented and dedicated people to ensure we continue to make a difference.

**We’re making a difference, be part of it


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