Library Assistant

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.

Salary: £24,027 to £24,404 per annum, £19,481 to £19,787 (pro rata for part time)

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Part-time (30 hours per week) you will work shifts between Monday to Friday

Location: Worthing Library Richmond Road, Worthing, BN11 1HD

Interview Date: Wednesday 05 February 2025

The Opportunity

We are looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and resourceful individual, with excellent digital skills.

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 have the opportunity to participate in exciting library programmes such as Knit and Natter and Rhyme Time.

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.

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.

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!

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

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.

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.

Further Information

The reference number for this role is CPP01033.

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.

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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.