Library Manager

4 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom GLL Full time

GLL is looking for a Library Manager to work at Putney Library in the London Borough of Wandsworth. If you have the skills and ambition to join us as a Library Manager, there's never been a more exciting time. This is more than a Library Manager Job, it's a career. 

 The Library Manager (36 hours per week), is responsible for the day-to-day running of the Library. It is a busy town centre library, giving access to a wide variety of collections and resources including books, technology and a very well used children’s section. As Library Manager you will look to improve and promote the library’s services throughout the local community, whether it’s our valued existing users or widening the offering to a new group of customers.

What you need: 

 * Excellent understanding of all library operations 

 * Ability to manage a budget 

 * Understanding of stock management and development, 

 * Strong people management and leadership skills 

 * Building management within a public library 

 * ICT knowledge 

 * The ability to identify the needs of the community for the library 

 * Excellent customer service standards. 

 * Knowledge of safeguarding 

 * Effective time management skills 

 * Passion and personality 

 What you’ll do: 

 * Take full responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the library 

 * Lead on the strategic direction to expand the library’s usage. 

 * Manage your library’s team 

 * Oversee stock and undertake general administration including cash handling and banking 

 * Manage the safety and security of the building 

 * Planning, promoting and delivering activities such as Baby Rhyme Time 

 * Build and develop good relationships with local contacts and partnerships to both enhance the service and ensure the library is an integral part of the community. 

As a charitable social enterprise owned by its staff GLL has a great range of benefits for its employees:

A salary of £ 37,805.76 per annum (Pro rata: based on 36 hours a week) 

A values driven organisation 

Learning & development to support career development 

Good pension schemes * Discounted gym membership for you and your partner 

The opportunity to join the GLL Society and have a say on how we are run, plus get invited to associated events 

Exclusive discounts on our villas in Portugal 

Exclusive discounts on our ski chalets in Bulgaria

Career pathways, professional development is just the start. To ensure your stay on top of your game we provide training with practical and theory elements too 

Discounts across thousands of retailers (GLL Extras) 

25% off Red Letter Days 

25% off Buy a Gift 

20% off GLL spa experience treatments and associated products 

Ride to work scheme 

Free eye tests and discounted glasses 

Closing date: 22nd May 2024



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