Community Library Assistant — Storytime & Displays

Surrey County Council; Reigate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Reigate is looking for an enthusiastic Library Assistant to join their team at Farnham Library, with responsibilities including customer service, managing book displays, and engaging with the community. This role offers a starting salary of £25,052 per annum for a 36-hour work week. The position provides generous benefits, including 26 days' holiday and opportunities for development. Ideal candidates will demonstrate creativity and a passion for community service.

Benefits

26 days' holiday

Option to buy additional annual leave

Local government pension

Carer's leave

Paid volunteering days

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development resources

Wellbeing discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in providing or receiving excellent customer service.
• Evidence of contributing to a community service that made a positive impact.
• Creative ideas for attracting more people to our libraries.

Responsibilities

• Helping with reading recommendations.
• Creating new themes for book displays.
• Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock.
• Leading craft events, Rhymetime, and Storytime sessions.
• Engaging with schools to organise visits and class assemblies.

Skills

Customer service

Creativity

Communication

Job description

A local government authority in Reigate is looking for an enthusiastic Library Assistant to join their team at Farnham Library, with responsibilities including customer service, managing book displays, and engaging with the community. This role offers a starting salary of £25,052 per annum for a 36-hour work week. The position provides generous benefits, including 26 days' holiday and opportunities for development. Ideal candidates will demonstrate creativity and a passion for community service.