Library Support Assistant

Reference
1093005

Branch
University of Salford

Start date
03/03/2025

Duration
Ongoing

Hours and days
Between 1 - 8 hours per week

Dress code
Casual

Rate of pay
£12.51

Holiday rate
£1.51

Role
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Library Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in supporting the library's daily operations, assisting patrons, and ensuring that resources are well-organised and accessible. This position requires strong organisational skills, a passion for educating others, and the ability to manage various tasks efficiently in a busy environment. This will be an ongoing role.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assist library patrons in locating and using resources effectively.
• Manage the circulation desk, including checking in and out materials.
• Organise library materials, ensuring proper shelving and cataloguing.
• Educate users on library services, technology, and resources available.
• Support the planning and execution of library events and programmes.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming environment within the library.
• Collaborate with other staff members to enhance library services.
• Provide leadership in specific projects or initiatives as required.

Skills and experience

• Previous experience in a library setting is preferred but not essential.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for literature and education is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in using computers and library management systems is advantageous.
• A commitment to providing exceptional customer service to all patrons.

Location
University of Salford

Benefits

Candidates working at the University of Salford on internal assignments are entitled to:

• Eye care vouchers when they have been working for 12 weeks and regularly use VDU displays
• staff car parking rates
• Access to apply for internal job vacancies at the University of Salford
• Access to the University of Salford Library
• Training and development (as per the role)
• Additional leave (granted at the discretion of the employer)

Additional information
Any timesheets submitted and approved in time for the payroll deadline will be paid into your bank account on the last working day of the month.

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