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Make a difference with St Helens Library ServiceAre you enthusiastic and organised with good ICT skills and a passion for libraries? Can you ensure excellent customer care whilst promoting the benefits of reading and delivering events to a wide audience?St Helens Library Service is a modern library service that is vibrant, valued, excellent, responsive to customer needs and at the heart of local communities.Our Saturday Library Assistants contribute to the delivery and promotion of the Library Service, providing an effective, welcoming library service to every customer. Making a DifferenceWhatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer .<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page</a> The RoleBased in St Helens library, the Saturday library assistant role will work as a member of the Library Service team, welcoming and assisting customers of all ages and backgrounds, to make effective use of the range of services and facilitiesLibrary Assistants deliver activities, Read &amp; Rhyme Time and Baby Rhyme Time sessions, all of which are an essential part of the library offer.Library Assistant communication skills are vital when supporting customers with the book stock, assisting customers with Local History enquiries and promoting the wide and varied programme of events.Library Assistants are required to work at all library service points across the borough depending on service need and be committed to equality of service and high standards of customer care.St Helens Libraries provide a full induction programme with access to a wide range of training and development and an opportunity to be part of an excellent, award winning library service. Prefer a chat about the role before applying? Please contact Kate Stephenson, Library Outreach Officer - <a href="mailto:KateStephenson@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">KateStephenson@sthelens.gov.uk</a> Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality &amp; Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here <a href="https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality" target="_blank">https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</a> St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.

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Make a difference with St Helens Council Community HubsDo you have good communication skills and the ability to build trust and maintain relationships with diverse partners? Are you enthusiastic and organised with good ICT skills ? Then this role is perfect for you!Community Hubs are a vital resource for the community, providing a wide range of accessible services. Community Hubs deliver a range of activities, spaces to meet and bookable training rooms. The activities are delivered by council teams and partners and have been tailored to meet the specific needs of the local area. Making a DifferenceWhatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people’s lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer .<a href="https://jobs.sthelens.gov.uk/" target="_blank">St Helens Borough Council | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Home Page</a> The RoleWorking across Community Hubs locations, this essential 12 month temporary support role will work within the Library Service team, to promote and organise the Community Hubs, making effective use of the range of services and facilities. The role will support collaboration with internal departments and external partners to enable better services, shared resources, and improved community outcomes. The role will support planning, development, design, organisation and monitoring of admin services for the Library Service and Community Hub programme The successful candidate is required to work at both Community Hub North and Community Hub South locations depending on service need, and be committed to equality of service and high standards of customer care. The role involves attendance at meetings, completing admin and finance tasks and working to deadlines. St Helens Libraries provide a full induction programme with access to a wide range of training and development and an opportunity to be part of an excellent, award winning library service. Prefer a chat about the role before applying? Please contact Mandi Brown, Library Operations &amp; Archives Manager - <a href="mailto:AmandaBrown@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">AmandaBrown@sthelens.gov.uk</a> Full Job Description &amp; Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.Share this vacancy with friends and family via your socials below!St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. Further information about Equality &amp; Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here <a href="https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality" target="_blank">https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality</a> St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training &amp; progression &amp; staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment.

Library and Community Hub Support Officer - Fixed term 12 months

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleWe are seeking a passionate and community-focused Librarian (Culture, Health &amp; Reader Development) to join our libraries services team. This role will lead on key areas of service delivery aligned with the Universal Library Offers, including Health &amp; Wellbeing, Culture &amp; Creativity, and Reader Development. A key aspect of the role will be contributing to projects stemming from the library transformation consultation. This may include supporting service redesign, implementing new delivery models, and developing community partnerships.In this role, you will: <ul><li>Deliver services that support the health and wellbeing of our communities. </li></ul><ul><li>Promote access to trusted public health information and facilitate creative and social reading activities. </li></ul><ul><li>Enable access to high-quality arts and cultural experiences through library programming. </li></ul><ul><li>Plan and promote events and activities from the Universal Offers calendar. </li></ul><ul><li>Oversee stock management, rotation, and ethical disposal in line with service priorities. </li></ul>Key Responsibilities:Health &amp; Wellbeing <ul><li>Deliver and promote services that support community health and wellbeing in partnership with Public Health. </li></ul><ul><li>Upskill library staff to enable them to provide access to trusted health information, signposting, and referrals, including supporting residents to access the NHS app and website. </li></ul><ul><li>Facilitate activities such as warm spaces and wellbeing groups. </li></ul>Culture &amp; Creativity <ul><li>Enable access to arts and cultural experiences through library programming. </li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with local artists, cultural organisations, and community groups to deliver inclusive events and exhibitions. </li></ul>Reader Development <ul><li>Plan and promote events and activities, including national campaigns, festivals, and themed reading weeks. </li></ul><ul><li>Champion inclusive reading experiences for all ages and abilities. </li></ul>Stock Management <ul><li>Oversee stock selection, rotation, and weeding in line with service priorities. </li></ul><ul><li>Ensure ethical disposal and reuse of withdrawn stock. </li></ul><ul><li>Monitor usage data and community needs to inform stock decisions. </li></ul>Leadership <ul><li>Line manage a Community Services Supervisor, supporting them to manage their teams ensuring high-quality service delivery across multiple library locations. (Portishead and Pill libraries). </li></ul><ul><li>Provide guidance and support to team members to ensure high-quality service delivery. </li></ul><ul><li>Contribute to the development of library policies and procedures to enhance service delivery. </li></ul>This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.Work StyleAt North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:<ul><li>2-3 days in the office (pro rata)</li></ul><ul><li>Works both from home and libraries across North Somerset, depending on the task at hand.</li><li>Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an individual who is a passionate advocate for libraries, with a good understanding of the role that libraries play in supporting the health and wellbeing needs of people in all sections of society. You must have significant experience of working in libraries or related services where the delivery of excellent customer service is a priority. You should also have achieved, or be working towards, an approved professional qualification relevant to one or more service areas e.g. library and information studies, information management, or CILIP accredited qualifications. Experience in managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring objectives are met on time and within scope is essential. Formal project management training is not required.You will need to be adaptable, work well under pressure and be able to solve problems with innovative solutions. You will have experience of managing others and be a good communicator with excellent ICT skills, including being a proficient user of spreadsheets, word processing, Microsoft Teams and OneDrive. You will need to manage, organise and prioritise your own work. We’re seeking a dynamic team player who thrives in collaborative environments—both within libraries and across wider Council teams—demonstrating a supportive management style, a positive attitude to change, and a proactive, ‘can do’ approach to challenges. You will be expected to become a chartered member of the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP). Active involvement in professional networks within the sector or commitment to joining and engaging with (if not already a member) is expected. Essential Criteria:<ul><li>A recognised qualification in librarianship or equivalent experience in library or cultural services. </li></ul><ul><li>Strong understanding of the Universal Library Offers and their impact. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in community engagement, event planning, and partnership working. </li></ul><ul><li>Excellent communication and organisational skills. </li></ul><ul><li>A commitment to inclusive access to information, culture, and wellbeing. </li></ul><ul><li>Supervisory experience and people management skills </li></ul>Desirable Criteria:<ul><li>Chartered membership of CILIP (or working towards it). </li></ul><ul><li>Experience in stock management and data analysis. </li></ul><ul><li>Knowledge of public health initiatives and digital health literacy. </li></ul><ul><li>Experience of managing budgets </li></ul>What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Local Government Pension</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How to ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a>and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Nicki Bobbette, Libraries Services Development Manager at <a href="mailto:nicki.bobbette@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">nicki.bobbette@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 01934 426602.Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Anticipated Interview date: week commencing Monday 12 January 2026Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.<ul></ul>

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Librarian (Culture, Health & Reader Development)

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>Additional information</h2>To work as part of a team, delivering a wide range of frontline LibraryPlus services to a high standard.To support and coach customers to develop their IT skills, enabling them to self-serve using the WNC website and other online services effectively and confidently.To understand the volunteer journey and promote volunteering opportunities in libraries and the wider community. To support and coach library volunteers<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Customer Adviser (Weston Favell Library)

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Barnsley Libraries serve as community and digital hubs which anchor the council’s presence in across the borough, developing a vibrant events and activities programme to attract and engage residents and visitors to the borough. Barnsley Libraries are regionally and nationally recognised through it’s National Portfolio status, awarded by Arts Council England from April 2023 being only 1 of 16 libraries to be awarded this in the country. In the past two years we have delivered new and innovative cultural experiences such as Barnsley Book Festival and Library Lates comprising craft workshops, author talks and live performances as well as a range of bespoke artist commissions.
The Library@TheLightbox represents one of the key parts of the ‘The Glassworks’ and the Council’s ambitious, transformative town centre redevelopment scheme. We have also refurbished ten of the fourteen branch libraries supported by Arts Council England’s ‘Libraries Improvement Funding’ from the UK Government.
To help us continue to deliver our exciting public offer, we have a part-time vacancy for a Library and Digital Support Officer based primarily at Grimethorpe Library (working alternate Saturdays at Cudworth Library).&nbsp; As a Library &amp; Digital Support Officer you will be the public face of our service.&nbsp; Our libraries are not just about books but are so much more.&nbsp; For our Library Information &amp; Digital Support Officers no two days are the same – you may be helping customers with their book choices, letting them know about our digital offers and helping them to get up and running with these, or doing something more interactive such as running craft or activities such as story and rhyme sessions. You’ll work with partners across the authority in areas such as Communities, Public Health, Museums and Schools to deliver exciting things for our customers. Part of the role will also involve carrying out customer service appointments on behalf of our colleagues in other departments for service users.
We are looking for people who engage well with others, are hard-working and can rise to a challenge. You’ll not be afraid to get involved and will have the skills to think on your feet dealing with whatever arises in the most appropriate manner. Although you will have a base library you could be asked to work across all our libraries, so you need to be flexible and able to do this.
Barnsley Council is a high-performing council with clear and tangible ambitions for its residents, communities, and stakeholders. The council’s 2030 vision is for Barnsley to be the place of possibilities, if you think this may be the job for you just fill in the application form online telling us how you meet the criteria within the job role.&nbsp; &nbsp;
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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.<h2>About the role</h2>In addition to the statutory library service, Northamptonshire’s LibraryPlus supports a number of Community Managed Libraries which are run by volunteers. &nbsp;Your role will be to support these libraries in their day to day work, training volunteers to deliver the best possible library service to their local community. You will also carry out regular monitoring reviews against a Service Level Agreement, to ensure quality service delivery.The post is based in Northampton, but is a flexible role.The role will include frequent travel to libraries located across the whole county, so you must be able to travel independently, sometimes at short notice. &nbsp;This is a half time role which may require occasional weekend working for volunteer training, so you will need to be flexible to the business needs of the service.<h2>Additional information</h2>Are you a motivated and enthusiastic individual with the ability to think on your feet?Can you be flexible in your approach and are you seeking a role where no two days are the same? &nbsp;&nbsp;Are you enthusiastic about library services, able to build good working relationships and communicate at all levels and have achieved GCSEs in Maths and English?&nbsp;If you can answer yes to these questions then you could be the person we are looking for.We are seeking a flexible individual who can work within a small team, but also able to work on their own initiative and to prioritize their own workload day to day.&nbsp;You must be willing to gain a detailed knowledge of LibraryPlus policies and procedures, stock management and the workings of the Library Management System.You must be confident in working with volunteers, to be able to identify their training needs and to ensure that quality library services are delivered from each Community Managed Library.If you are to be considered for this role, you must address all aspects of the Person Specification in your supporting statement.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.&nbsp;If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Community Library Coordinator

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Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
Lead: Children and Young People
Barnsley has an ambitious strategy to re-energise our Library Service, creating community and digital hubs at the heart of our communities and developing a vibrant events and activities programme to engage all members of our communities. The Library Service is an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation delivering multiple arts and cultural activities across all libraries. We have recently refurbished 9 of our branch libraries and alongside our flagship, town centre Library@TheLightbox, this is an exciting time to join the Service.
We are looking for a highly motivated person with a passion for Libraries&nbsp;to provide operational and positive team leadership, ensuring the delivery of a high performing, customer-focused public library service that meets the needs of local communities. The successful candidate will lead our Children and Young People offer, working with colleagues and partners to develop and deliver a varied activity programme, engaging with diverse groups and organisations to develop libraries as community and digital hubs.
You will possess strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with members of the public (including the elderly and vulnerable), partners, other employees, parents and children, sometimes in areas of tension or conflict.&nbsp; You will be able to work flexibly as part of a team and in partnership with others to achieve common goals, promoting a positive culture at all times.
This is a demanding role so the ability to understand issues affecting operational service delivery and manage your own workload under pressure and to deadlines are essential.
The ability to manage, motivate, support and enthuse staff, partners and members of the public is also essential. Successful candidates will also be imaginative and creative in the development of events and activities, with practical organisational skills.

Library Manager

Working as part of a team, to support and work with the Stock Acquisitions Officer to maintain library stock for the efficient running of library operations and event development.The post holder will work as part of a team, to help make the resources of the library service available to all customers, including those at a disadvantage. They will assist in assigned administrative tasks as directed, using relevant software/library systems, to support the frontline staff and Development Team with branch and outreach endeavours.In addition to the duties above, this role requires you to work independently and alone for significant periods.Hours are 17.5 hours a week. You may be expected to work occasional evenings and weekends. Please ensure you are available to work the hours before applying.You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.It is an exciting time to join us, here at Ealing Council. If you would like to make a positive difference to our residents and borough, then we’re looking forward to hearing from you.We’ve tried to make this website as accessible as possible. You can use the accessibility widget on the right hand side to make it more accessible to you and your needs.Ealing Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.We therefore welcome applications from all residents of the borough, we particularly welcome applications from candidates who are entering the employment market in the early stages of their career and mid-career professionals, who are currently underrepresented in Ealing’s workforce.Please note all applications will be determined on merit.Closing date: Thursday 11 December 2025<a href="https://www.ealing.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/21213/library_stock_assistant.pdf" target="_blank">Role profile:</a><ul></ul>

London Borough of Ealing

Library Stock Assistant x 2 posts

About UsNorth Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.The RoleThis is an exciting fixed term opportunity for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual to join our busy library team. You will be confident and well-organised, with excellent customer care skills and a calm and confident approach to unexpected or challenging situations. You will enjoy working with the whole community, providing information to the public in a busy environment.Yatton Library and Children’s Centre has a busy calendar of events including rhyme times, story times, school visits, children’s activity clubs (including lego, colouring and craft clubs) and digital and family history support. The postholder will lead some of these activities with support from volunteers.Experience of library work is not essential, but you should share our passion about the role of libraries in promoting reading, literacy and culture. We welcome applicants eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment. IT and digital skills are essential as the postholder will be using a Library Management System and Microsoft applications alongside helping customers use online services and troubleshoot tech issues. Experience delivering customer service and facilitating activities for children are also essential. You will be ready to deal with the physical demands of the job, including stock handling and floor walking.This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Valid driving licence and own transport, or to be able to provide alternative, suitable method of transport is an essential condition for this role.This is a fixed term post for 12 months. Please note that you will start at the lower end of the salary scale above unless transferring from an internal role at the same level.Work StyleThe postholder will be based at Yatton Library and Children’s Centre but may on occasion be required to work at any other North Somerset library. The 16 hours are worked on a two-week cycle, as follows:Week 1: Monday 9.30-1.00, Tuesday 9.30-5.00, Thursday 9.00-1.00.Week 2: Monday 9.30-1.00, Tuesday 9.30-5.00, Thursday 9.00-1.00, Saturday 9.00-1.00.You will also be required to attend a monthly team meeting at 8.30am on the first Tuesday of the month and occasional training sessions on other days by arrangement (time due will be given).About YouWe are looking for an individual who is passionate about libraries and delivering excellent customer service. If this is you, and you want to make a difference – especially during times of change – we’d love to hear from you. Please review the job family document to understand the required knowledge, skills and experience. In your supporting statement, clearly demonstrate how you meet these criteria.What We OfferAt North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive salary and benefits.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements.</li><li>Local Government Pension.</li><li>Opportunities for professional development.</li><li>Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year.</li><li>Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team.</li><li>Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes.</li></ul>Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our <a href="https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e562fd773b.html" target="_blank">Benefits booklet</a>.How To ApplyIf you share our <a href="https://n-somerset.gov.uk/my-services/jobs-training/vision-values" target="_blank">vision and values</a> and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.Contact InformationFor further information about the role, please contact Julie Gorton, Community Services Supervisor, at <a href="mailto:julie.gorton@n-somerset.gov.uk" target="_blank">julie.gorton@n-somerset.gov.uk</a> or 01275 884 599 (Tuesdays and Thursdays).Important InformationAs a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.Interview Date: 13 January 2026Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.Equal OpportunitiesAt North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.





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Community Services Officer (Libraries)

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<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/1968/Our_values_in_action.pdf" target="_blank">Our_values_in_action</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/1969/Wirral_Jobs_-_Application_Stage_-_fv.pdf" target="_blank">Wirral_Jobs_-_Application_Stage_-_fv</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/1970/VRP_IT_Support__Libraries__220511.pdf" target="_blank">VRP_IT_Support__Libraries__220511</a></li>
<li><a href="https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/VacancyDocuments/0076/1971/VRP_Local_Family_History__Libraries__220511.pdf" target="_blank">VRP_Local_Family_History__Libraries__220511</a></li></ul>

Please apply online by clicking the link below



The Council is seeking enthusiastic, committed individuals who would like to volunteer and support the staff with a number of roles.
<ul>
<li>IT</li>
<li>Family History</li>
</ul>
If you wish to apply for this role please download and complete the below Volunteer Application form and send to <a href="mailto:libraryvolunteers@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">libraryvolunteers@wirral.gov.uk</a>
Should you wish to discuss informally, please contact Elaine Wilson via email: <a href="mailto:elainewilson@wirral.gov.uk" target="_blank">elainewilson@wirral.gov.uk</a>

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