Senior Library Assistant

1 week ago

Solihull, United Kingdom Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council Full time

Job Introduction
**Part time - 18 hours per week**

Solihull Council is seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Senior Library Assistants to join our team Dickens Heath Community Library.

Libraries in Solihull have evolved into vibrant, information hubs that serve the whole community. As a Senior Library Assistant, you will be at the heart of delivering and promoting a wide range of services to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

**What You’ll Be Doing**:
In this varied and rewarding role, you will:

- Respond to customer enquiries and provide support in accessing library resources and digital technology
- Deliver engaging library-based activities for a diverse audience, including children and young people
- Supervise small teams of staff and contribute to the smooth running of the library
- Promote the library as a welcoming and inclusive space for learning, creativity, and community engagement

**What We’re Looking For**:
While previous experience in a library setting is desirable, what matters most is your strong background in face-to-face customer service and your ability to:

- Demonstrate an understanding of the role libraries play in the community
- Work effectively as part of a team
- Use initiative and problem-solving skills to handle complex customer enquiries
- Confidently use digital and information technology
- Deliver activities tailored to a range of audiences
- Work Saturdays and adopt a flexible approach to hours and location

Although this role is based at Dickens Heath, you may be required to work across other libraries in the borough to meet service needs.

**What We Offer**:
In return, we offer a varied and fulfilling role that supports a positive work-life balance, alongside:

- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support
- Family and carer-friendly policies
- Staff benefits including discounts, subsidised travel passes, and Cycle to Work scheme

Interviews will be held week commencing 10th November 2025

Please note we do not accept CVs for this role.

The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required.

This post requires the following Disclosure and Barring check: DBS Enhanced Children.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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