Library Assistant

OneRen; Paisley; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

OneRen in Bridge of Weir is seeking a Library Assistant for 14 hours per week on a temporary basis until 1 March 2027. The role involves serving library users and contributing to an efficient library and information service.

You must be computer literate and demonstrate digital literacy, with excellent communication and customer care skills. The job may require work at locations across OneRen as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality customer service in a public-facing role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident with digital tools and basic IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve library users and provide a helpful, responsive information service.
• Ensure the local community is aware of library membership benefits.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Digital literacy

Computer literate

Job description

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Library Assistant, Bridge of Weir, 3.5 hours per week, Temporary until 1 March 2027, Grade 03: £2,679.09 to £2,801.37 p.a. (£14.68 - £15.35 per hour)

Please open the above attachment for the Job Description, Person Specification, and Recruitment pack

The successful candidate will be responsible for serving library users and contributing to the provision of an efficient library and information service.Serve the public within the library, providing an efficient, helpful and responsive service at all times, ensuring that the localcommunity is fully aware of the benefits of library membership through consultation with all sections of the local community.It is essential that you have an enthusiastic and flexible approach and can demonstrate an enthusiasm for books and reading. You must be computer literate and show evidence of digital literacy. You must have excellent communication and customer care skills.

You may be required to work at any locations across OneRen in accordance with the needs of the business.

Work Hours: 14 hours over a 4 week period.

Week1: 0 hours

Week 2: Wednesday 9.00 - 5.00pm (1 hour unpaid break)

Week 3: 0 hours

Week 4: Wednesday 9.00 - 5.00pm (1 hour unpaid break)

We ask all candidates to complete assessments and application materials independently, without the use of AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT or similar), unless otherwise stated.

This ensures a fair and consistent assessment of individual skills, experience, and capabilities.

Closing date: 23 August 2026

Interview date: 3 September 2026

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a PVG Disclosure Scotland check.

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.

Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have ‘care experience’.