Community Library Advisor (Evenings & Weekends)

The City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Edinburgh Council is recruiting Library Advisor staff to join our library teams in locations across the city. You will deliver customer service, support digital skills, and help with community programmes.

This role requires flexibility for weekend/evening shifts, commitment to inclusive services, and willingness to engage with young people. PVG checks apply; successful candidates will join a diverse, community-focused workforce.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering excellent customer service in a public library setting.
• Ability to engage with diverse communities and support young people.
• Willingness to work Saturdays and evenings as part of shift patterns.
• PVG disclosure checks will be required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist library users with finding information and digital skills support.
• Deliver programmes for babies and children (e.g., Bookbug) and reading initiatives.
• Create a welcoming, safe environment across multiple library locations.
• Work with the community to reduce poverty and inequality through library services.

Job description

The City of Edinburgh Council is recruiting Library Advisor staff to join our library teams in locations across the city. You will deliver customer service, support digital skills, and help with community programmes.

This role requires flexibility for weekend/evening shifts, commitment to inclusive services, and willingness to engage with young people. PVG checks apply; successful candidates will join a diverse, community-focused workforce.