Front-Line Library Assistant (Part-Time, Temporary)

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Coventry City Council's Library and Information Service in Willenhall, Coventry, is seeking a dedicated Library Assistant to provide a welcoming front-line library service. The role involves helping visitors, guiding use of computers, answering inquiries, and supporting events and activities on site.

This part-time, temporary post offers a supportive work environment with opportunities to engage with diverse community groups and promote reading resources while delivering high-quality information

Qualifications

• Temporary maternity cover Library Assistant post.
• Part-time, 34.5 hours per week at Willenhall Library, Coventry.
• Front‑line library service: welcoming visitors, information and signposting.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for library visitors.
• Use library computer system and help people to use IT.
• Answer questions on a wide range of subjects.
• Participate in events and activities (e.g., rhyme times).
• Move books and promote displays.

Job description

Coventry City Council's Library and Information Service in Willenhall, Coventry, is seeking a dedicated Library Assistant to provide a welcoming front-line library service. The role involves helping visitors, guiding use of computers, answering inquiries, and supporting events and activities on site.

This part-time, temporary post offers a supportive work environment with opportunities to engage with diverse community groups and promote reading resources while delivering high-quality information