Library Assistant

About us

Are you looking for a role where you are not always sat behind a desk?

Are you a friendly and approachable individual who enjoys engaging with people from a range of diverse ages and backgrounds?

We're looking for a Library Assistant to be a part of our close-knit library service and this could be the perfect role for you!

Our libraries deliver essential community-based support, promoting the benefits of reading for everyone, offering a quality, trusted information service, bridging digital inclusion through supporting safe access to online resources, and curating a programme of events and activities that meet the needs of targeted audiences.

About the job

Salary:£ 24,027 to £24,404 per annum, £11,201 to £11,377 (pro rata for part time) entitlement to Saturday Enhancement to working 3.5 hours for 1 in 2 Saturdays.

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern:Part time 17 hours and 15 minutes

Location: Storrington Library, Ryecroft Lane, Storrington, RH20 4PA

Interview Date: Wednesday 14th May

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.

Shifts:

Week 1

Monday 8:35am-5:05pm

Tuesday 9am-1pm

Wednesday OFF

Thursday 9am-1pm

Friday OFF

Saturday OFF

Week 2

Monday 8:35am-5:05pm

Tuesday OFF

Wednesday 9am-1pm

Thursday OFF

Friday 9am-1pm

Saturday 9:30am-1pm

Storrington Library is situated just off the High Street in this vibrant town at the base of the picturesque South Downs.

We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and resourceful individual, with excellent digital skills. You will be the go-to person for customers at the library, providing high quality assistance with their questions and guiding them to other services as needed.

It's not just about the books! We are looking for someone who understands the power of community and the importance of fostering a love for reading in people of all ages. You will, after training, take turns in running our Rhyme Time & Toddler Time sessions and also helping with our other exciting library programmes such as Knit and Natter, Reading Friends, school holiday activities and assist with class visits to the library.

For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.

About you

We are looking for someone with excellent customer service skills! Customer service is at the forefront of the library service, as it plays an important role in creating a vibrant and dynamic workplace. It requires flexibility, creativity, and initiative from those who work there. This could mean helping a customer log-on to the library Wi-Fi or a reading recommendation.

You will be a dedicated team player, ready to collaborate with other services and volunteers. A passion for digital expertise and experience, especially with basic Office applications, is essential.

The variety of our work means that no two days are the same. We get huge job satisfaction from helping everyone who comes through our doors, and you could too!

Working For Us

From access to our Employee Assistance Programme to training and development opportunities, we aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.

We think libraries are great places to work, where you can make a difference to local communities every day. Find out more about the variety that comes with working in a library and hear first-hand from some of our library staff here:Library Jobs - West Sussex

You will benefit from 25 days annual leave (pro rata for part time) rising to 28 days (pro rata for part time) after 5 years' service plus the opportunity to buy additional leave, an excellent local government pension scheme as well as a range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers.

For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Rewards and Benefits page.

Further Information

The reference number for this role is CPP01075

For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Carolyn Burley (Library Officer) on, 01903 839050 or atcarolyn.burley@westsussex.gov.uk

For an informal conversation regarding the application process, please contact Ryan Kappa at Ryan.Kappa@westsussex.gov.uk

For issues or queries regarding your application please contact hrrecruitment@westsussex.gov.uk

Does this sound like the opportunity for you? Click apply below, upload your CV, and complete the application form, explaining how you meet the key skills in the attached job description and experience you can bring to the role. Please ensure all that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.

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Struggling to apply? Book onto a Digital Support Session in a library near you to get help navigating our application form.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to 3 years referencing and a health check.

Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application helppage.