Learning Resource Assistant

Peterborough Regional College; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterborough Regional College is seeking a Library and Digital Learning Assistant to support student learning by managing resource systems and guiding learners through the digital landscape.

The role focuses on operating the digital library, coordinating procurement, handling financial transactions, and promoting the Learning Resource Centre across campuses. A commitment to inclusive learning and high standards of service is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate digital library software using Heritage Cirqa for loans, membership, reservations, enquiries, overdues, invoicing, and new records.
• Coordinate resource procurement by checking reading lists, responding to purchasing requests, and creating online orders.
• Manage financial systems by raising purchasing orders, receiving items, and sending invoices via the Finance system.
• Process physical library inventory and stock processing following established procedures.
• Resolve user inquiries using printed resources, subject-specific electronic resources, e-books and the VLE.
• Lead student centre inductions and promote learning resource centres to curriculum areas.

Job description

Salary - £25, 043 per annum plus excellent benefits

Hours - 37 hours per week

Contract - Permanent

Location - Peterborough

Closing Date - 24th August 2026

Combine your expert customer service skills and digital literacy to empower student learning as our next Library and Digital Learning Assistant, where you will manage resource systems and guide students through the modern digital landscape.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Your main duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following areas:

• Operate digital library software: Utilize the Heritage Cirqa computerised system for loans, membership, reservations, enquiries, overdues, invoicing, notifications, and new records.
• Coordinate resource procurement: Assist with checking reading lists, respond to purchasing requests, and create online orders.
• Manage financial systems: Raise purchasing orders, receive items, and send invoices via the Finance system.
• Process physical library inventory: Handle new stock arrival following established stock processing procedures.
• Resolve user inquiries: Deal with general information enquiries using printed resources, subject-specific electronic resources, e-books, and the VLE.
• Lead student center inductions: Contribute to Digital Learning Resource Centre student inductions.
• Promote learning resource centers: Liaise with curriculum areas to promote usage of the Learning Resource Centre.
• Represent the library department: Participate in course team meetings and cross-campus committees.
• Elevate student digital literacy: Supervise students working in the Learning Resource Centre and provide technical support on IT equipment and software.
• Maintain facility housekeeping: Carry out general housekeeping tasks including shelving, stock replacement, repair, and renewal.
• Execute standard administrative tasks: Undertake general administrative duties as required by the team.
• Design promotional center materials: Create displays, produce leaflets, and draft guides to raise awareness of resources during promotional events.
• Analyse facility feedback data: Assist in the analysis of data gathered from Digital Learning Resource Centre surveys and questionnaires.
• Process cash register transactions: Use a till to process sales, cash up, and reconcile daily takings.
• Manage multichannel communication: Handle day-to-day enquiries in person, over the phone, via email, or through electronic meetings.
• Support diverse learning abilities: Assist students of all abilities to help them study effectively and utilize a wide range of learning resources.
• Enforce positive study environments: Ensure the center offers an environment conducive to learning and confidently challenge inappropriate behaviours.
• Identify new learning assets: Assist in the development of library, IT, and learning resources by identifying new assets to support student learning.
• Adapt to flexible scheduling: Work unsupervised at times (including periods of lone working) and work across both campuses to cover sickness and holidays.
• Support campus-wide events: Assist with College enrolment and open evenings as required.

OTHER

• Promote diversity and inclusion
• Prioritize student campus safety
• Exemplify core group values
• Maintain health and safety
• Demonstrate autonomous decision-making
• Perform flexible duties

Why work for IEG?

• Generous Leave: 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
• Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on‑site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts

Safeguarding Statement

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.