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Library Assistants - job post

Wiltshire Council
3.6 out of 5 stars
Trowbridge

Location

Trowbridge

Full job description

Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata

Hours Available (Please specify in application your preference):

10.5 – Bradford on Avon Library

10.75 – Trowbridge Library

12.25 - Bradford on Avon Library

Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting

Libraries - Enriching Lives and Building Community

Do you love books, information and have a passion to support people to read for pleasure to improve their wellbeing? Can you demonstrate an understanding of public library services and the vital role they play in enriching and supporting our communities?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, outgoing person to join our team at Bradford on Avon Library working 10.5 or 12.25 hours per week. Or our team at Trowbridge Library working 10.75 hours per week, to help provide a high-quality service for our customers.

As Library Assistant, you will help customers with queries, help them to find books and information and support them with basic IT for those using library computers and other library equipment. You will take part in children’s activities such as 'rhyme time' and events/activities for adults, stock work, supporting volunteers and partners, alongside other varied tasks. No two days will be the same and you’ll need to be ready to deal with the unexpected!

You will need to have at least five GCSEs, including English & Maths at grade A-C or equivalent and good use of ICT. Previous library experience is not essential as we will train you in all aspects of library work. Excellent customer service skills or the ability to demonstrate you can provide them is essential, as is a love of books.

The work patterns for these roles are:

  • Trowbridge (10.75 hours)

    Week 1 - Thursday 10:00am-1:00pm, Friday 4:30-7:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm

    Week 2 - Wednesday 10:00am-2:00pm, Thursday 10:00am-2:00pm and Friday 4:00-7:00pm

  • Bradford-on-Avon (10.5 hours)

    Week 1 - Thursday 9:30am-2:00pm, Friday 9:30am-1:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm

    Week 2 - Thursday 9:30am-2:00pm and Friday 9:30am-1:00pm

  • Bradford-on-Avon (12.25 hours)

    Week 1 - Wednesday 9:00am-12:00pm, Thursday 2:00-7:00pm, Friday 2:00-5:00pm and Saturday 9:00am-12:30pm

    Week 2 - Wednesday 9:00-12:00pm, Thursday 2:00-7:00pm and Friday 2:00-5:00pm

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.

We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations.

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity .

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

For more details, contact Jemima Bond, Recruitment Assistant via email here

This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion .

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