Assistant Librarian

Association Of British Orchestras; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned music conservatoire is seeking a part-time Assistant Librarian to support their library services. The candidate will manage e-resources, journals, and sections of both lending and special collections. Responsibilities include cataloguing materials and promoting the library’s offerings to members and the public. This role offers a chance to work in one of the world’s leading music libraries, providing vital resources to students, staff, and researchers. Immediate availability for committed applicants.

Qualifications

• Strong cataloguing skills for diverse library materials.
• Experience with e-resources and journal management.
• Ability to promote library services effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support RCM members with library services and resources.
• Manage e-resources, journals, and special collections.
• Catalogue various library materials and promote services.

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised by the 2025 QS World University Rankings, in which we were ranked as the global No. 1 institution for both Music and Performing Arts. The College has held this world‑leading place in Performing Arts for the four successive years, while Music is a new subject introduced to the rankings in 2024.

Library

An opportunity to join the RCM Library team in the role of Assistant Librarian has arisen. The RCM Library is one of the world’s great music libraries and holds extensive collections of sheet music, books, recorded music and electronic resources appropriate for the needs of students, staff and researchers. The library also holds internationally renowned collections of early printed music, manuscripts, archives and programme ephemera. Primarily a resource for members of the RCM, the Library is also open to the public for reference.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will join the library team to support members of the RCM with their studies and work. They will also be responsible for our e‑resources, journals and sections of both the lending and special collections. They will be able to catalogue all types of library material within these sections. The postholder will also be expected to promote the service and collections both within and outside the RCM.

Job reference number: 100-26

Closing date: 9am Monday 26 January 2026

Interview date: Thursday 5 February 2026

This post is offered on a permanent, part‑time (0.9FTE) basis and is immediately available.

The RCM is committed to nurturing diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

Contact details
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0207 591 4840 and 0207 591 4782
Royal College of Music
Prince Consort Road
London
SW7 2BS

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