Casual librarian (Poynton and Disley)

Cheshire East Council; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire East Council recherche un bibliothécaire occasionnel pour assurer le soutien des services de bibliothèque. Ce rôle implique la gestion des opérations bibliothéconomiques tout en supervisant le personnel et en engageant les communautés. Le candidat devra avoir une qualification en bibliothéconomie et une passion pour les bibliothèques.

Qualifications

• Qualification reconnue en bibliothéconomie ou expérience équivalente.
• Compétences solides en communication et organisation.
• Confiance avec les technologies numériques.

Responsibilities

• Livrer un excellent service à la clientèle et un soutien professionnel.
• Promouvoir la lecture et l'inclusion numérique.
• Gérer les collections de bibliothèque et les ressources.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisation

Education

Qualification en bibliothéconomie ou gestion de l'information

Tools

Systèmes de bibliothèques numériques

Job description

The Librarian supports the Library Manager in overseeing a group of libraries across Cheshire East, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery. Responsibilities include handling public enquiries, maintaining IT systems, supporting resource management, and deputising for senior staff when needed. The role also involves identifying customer needs, promoting library services and planning and running events for adults and children, using social media to engage the community and encourage library use. This is a casual position to cover for ad hoc staff vacancies at Poynton and Disley libraries.

If you are committed to providing excellent customer service and can contribute cheerfully and positively to an efficient, quality library service then Cheshire East Libraries could be the place for you. We currently have a vacancy for a Casual Librarian to cover for absences, sometimes at short notice, at Poynton and Disley libraries.

About the Role

As a casual Librarian, you’ll support the delivery of high-quality library services across our libraries. You’ll lead on reader development, digital inclusion, and events, while also assisting with day-to-day operations and supporting staff and volunteers. You will deputise for the senior library assistant and library manager in their absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering excellent customer service and professional library support.
• Promoting reading, learning, and digital literacy through events and activities.
• Supporting and supervising library assistants and volunteers.
• Managing library collections and resources.
• Engaging with local communities and partner organisations.
• Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all users.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Holds a recognised qualification in librarianship or information management (or equivalent experience).
• Has strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Is confident with digital technologies and library systems.
• Can work flexibly across different locations, including evenings and weekends.
• Is passionate about libraries and their role in the community.

This is a casual role with no guaranteed hours. Shifts will be offered to cover staff absences, special projects, and busy periods.

The library opening hours and event details can be found here:Libraries and opening hours

Should we receive a high volume of applications, the advert may close early.

For further information or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Janet Haley, Library Manager on 01625 374277 or by email:[e-mail].