Library Assistant

Calderdale Council; Halifax; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading council is looking for a part-time library assistant to work at Rastrick and Elland Libraries. This role is essential for delivering quality library services in a vibrant community hub, where you will assist customers and promote library resources. A good opportunity for individuals with experience in customer service and the digital space.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with the public in a library or customer service.
• Experience of working with computerised systems and online services.
• Willingness to participate in promotional activities.

Responsibilities

• Providing front-line library services to the community.
• Assisting customers with using public computer facilities and online resources.
• Participating in the delivery of community engagement activities.

Skills

Customer service experience

Literate

Numerate

Experience with digital services

Education

Good general level of education

Job description

Post Ref: CC367

Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.

We are recruiting for a part time library assistant at Rastrick and Elland Libraries, working an average of 13.25 hours per week, as follows, over a 2 week period.

Week 1

Week 2

Monday

2-5pm

Tuesday

2-5pm

10-1 (EL) 2-5pm (RA)

Wednesday

OFF

OFF

Thursday

2-5pm

2-5pm

Friday

2-4.30pm

2-4.30pm

Saturday

9.30-1pm

This is a key front-line post, vital to the delivery of quality library services throughout Calderdale.

Forget the traditional view of a library, we are now vibrant community hubs offering a safe space for all. A modern library service doesn&t only offer books - we also provide digital services, community engagement, a social experience, access to lifelong learning, and a warm welcome for everyone.

Calderdale Libraries participate in the Warm Welcome scheme every year, supporting the Council&s commitment to helping residents with the cost-of-living crisis.

If you want to join our team, it's essential that you have experience of working with the public in a library or other customer service environment (in a paid or voluntary capacity.) You will be literate and numerate, with a good general level of education and willing to participate in promotional activities to keep libraries relevant to their local communities.

It's essential that you have some experience of working with computerised systems and of using online services. Our Libraries offer public computer facilities, Wi-Fi, wireless printing and scanning, digital books and apps - assisting customers to use these resources is an important part of the role.

Calderdale has 12 libraries across the borough and staff can be asked to work flexibly across different sites. This may include lone working, key holding, building responsibilities and cash management.

Our buildings are busy with customers, groups, events and meetings and staff should expect to be on their feet for large parts of the day.

For an informal discussion about these posts and timetables, please contact [e-mail]

Closing Date: 2nd July 2025

Interview Date: 22nd July 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our

Post Ref: CC367

Please note: Internal at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.

We are recruiting for a part time library assistant at Rastrick and Elland Libraries, working an average of 13.25 hours per week, as follows, over a 2 week period.

Week 1

Week 2

Monday

2-5pm

Tuesday

2-5pm

10-1 (EL) 2-5pm (RA)

Wednesday

OFF

OFF

Thursday

2-5pm

2-5pm

Friday

2-4.30pm

2-4.30pm

Saturday

9.30-1pm

This is a key front-line post, vital to the delivery of quality library services throughout Calderdale.

Forget the traditional view of a library, we are now vibrant community hubs offering a safe space for all. A modern library service doesn&t only offer books - we also provide digital services, community engagement, a social experience, access to lifelong learning, and a warm welcome for everyone.

Calderdale Libraries participate in the Warm Welcome scheme every year, supporting the Council&s commitment to helping residents with the cost-of-living crisis.

If you want to join our team, it's essential that you have experience of working with the public in a library or other customer service environment (in a paid or voluntary capacity.) You will be literate and numerate, with a good general level of education and willing to participate in promotional activities to keep libraries relevant to their local communities.

It's essential that you have some experience of working with computerised systems and of using online services. Our Libraries offer public computer facilities, Wi-Fi, wireless printing and scanning, digital books and apps - assisting customers to use these resources is an important part of the role.

Calderdale has 12 libraries across the borough and staff can be asked to work flexibly across different sites. This may include lone working, key holding, building responsibilities and cash management.

Our buildings are busy with customers, groups, events and meetings and staff should expect to be on their feet for large parts of the day.

For an informal discussion about these posts and timetables, please contact [e-mail]

Closing Date: 2nd July 2025

Interview Date: 22nd July 2025

We may utilise digital interview methods.

As part of our Vision

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our