Library Assistant

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom universityoflondon Full time
About the Role

The University of London is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to join our team. As a Library Assistant, you will play a vital role in maintaining the organization and accessibility of our library collections.

Responsibilities will include shelving and tidying in assigned areas, answering basic enquiries from library users, assisting in moving loaded trolleys to the appropriate areas, labeling new acquisitions, and participating in certain aspects of ongoing conservation activities and promotion of library collections.

You will also assist on library desk duties and in other areas as they arise. This post requires lifting, bending, and pushing loaded trolleys from sometimes dusty areas.

Candidates must be able to work 17.5 FTE hours a week. Hours to be arranged and to coordinate with the other library assistant's timetable.

Requirements

Attention to detail is essential for this role, as you will need to learn the complexities of library classification schemes and file books according to the system.

A pleasant and helpful manner when dealing with users of the library and good communication skills are also essential, as is the ability to learn to use library software.

Further Information

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your CV and Covering Letter before the closing date at midnight on 20th October 2024.

The University will be unable to sponsor candidates for a visa for this role. Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.

The University of London is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We particularly encourage applications from members of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities as this group is currently under-represented at all levels within the University.


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