Library Assistant

Adecco Portugal; London Borough of Havering; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Library Assistant on a temporary, ad hoc basis to support Havering libraries across various shifts. You will assist library users, deliver friendly customer service, and help with IT inquiries using the library management system.

You will also read aloud to children, run storytime and rhyme sessions, and help with daily library operations. This role is ideal for someone with library experience who enjoys working with the public and flexible hours across Havering.

Qualifications

• Experience in public or library settings is desirable.
• Excellent customer service and friendly demeanour.
• Proficiency with library management systems.
• Strong IT skills to assist users with technology queries.
• Experience in reading stories and conducting rhyme times for children.

Responsibilities

• Assist library users in navigating resources and services.
• Provide top-notch customer service to patrons of all ages.
• Utilise our library management system to support daily operations.
• Help users with IT inquiries and technology assistance.
• Engage young readers by delivering storytime sessions and rhyme times.

Skills

Customer service

IT skills

Storytime sessions

Reading with children

Tools

Library management system

Job description

Position: Library Assistant - Adhoc - various shifts

Hours: Adhoc - various hours at various Libraries across Havering

Rate: £15.03 PAYE

Term: temp

What You'll Do:

• Assist library users in navigating resources and services
• Provide top-notch customer service to patrons of all ages
• Utilise our library management system to support daily operations
• Help users with IT inquiries and technology assistance
• Engage young readers by delivering storytime sessions and rhyme times

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience working in a library, preferably a public library - desirable
• Excellent customer service skills and a friendly demeanour
• Proficiency in using a library management system
• Strong IT skills, with the ability to assist users in technology-related queries
• Experience in reading stories and conducting rhyme times for children

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a community that values learning and knowledge
• Work in a lively environment filled with enthusiastic book lovers
• Enjoy the opportunity to inspire the next generation of readers!

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