Library Assistant

CU London; London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An established education group is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to join their dynamic team in London. This role involves delivering exceptional customer service while managing print and electronic collections. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. With a competitive salary and an array of benefits, including generous annual leave and pension contributions, this position is ideal for someone passionate about supporting students and enhancing their learning experience.

Benefits

Excellent Employers Pension Contribution

30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays

New Holiday Purchase Scheme

Life Assurance 4 x Salary

BUPA Cash Plan

50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants

CU Reward Scheme

New Electric Car Scheme

Cycle To Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Good standard of education, including GCSEs in English and Maths.
• Confident using Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, customer-focused services to students and staff.
• Support the management of print and electronic collections.

Skills

Microsoft 365

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Job description

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CUAS Library & Learning Resources, LIB Academic Liaison & Skills

Competitive starting salary range from £23,877 up to £24,073 pro rata per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered. + London Allowance

Mode

Permanent, Part Time

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. Driven by our passion and belief that through education, equity, and innovation our students, people, and communities are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them. Our people are the key to our success and each role within the group plays a key role in shaping the world around us.

CU Academic Services Limited, a wholly owned sister company of Coventry University, is seeking to appoint a part-time Library Assistant for our City of London campus, close to Liverpool Street Station, London.

The Role

As part of the Library Academic Liaison and Skills team in London, the Library Assistant is responsible for delivering high-quality, customer-focused services to students and staff of the University, face-to-face, by phone, and online.

The role involves supporting the management of print and electronic collections, including stock circulation, acquisition and activation of new resources, digitisation, and document supply services.

This position is based at the Liverpool Street campus of Coventry University London and is a 0.5 FTE role, working an average of 18.75 hours per week over 5 days (Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 12:30).

Our Successful Candidate

You should have a good standard of education, including GCSEs in English and Maths, and be confident using Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

This is a customer-facing role, so excellent customer service and professionalism are essential.

Good communication skills, both written and verbal, are required.

The Benefits

As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits, including:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays (Pro rata)
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• 50% off Tuition Fees for staff dependants
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/Online Retailers
• New Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle To Work Scheme

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded in our organization and are key to our core values. We celebrate the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

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