Library Assistant

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement 25 days rising to

Job summary

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is seeking a part-time, temporary Library Assistant based at Sandfields Library in Port Talbot. You will help run daily library operations and deliver a wide range of information services to the public.

The role focuses on customer service, outreach, and promoting services in person and online, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, adaptability, and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Experience of serving the public, ideally in a library or customer service setting.
• Experience of teamwork and strong communication skills.
• Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Strong problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day library operations.
• Deliver a wide range of library and information services.
• Promote services in person and online.
• Engage with the community through outreach.

Skills

Public service

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Problem solving

Job description

The role

will be based in Sandfields Library and will be part of a team responsible for the day to day running and operation of the library.

The post will be part time on a temporary basis for 3 months initially with the possibility of extension.

The successful candidate will be responsible for helping to deliver a wide range of library and information services, have a flare for customer relations and be able to adapt to a range of situations.

They will assist with the promotion of all services both in person and online, as well as engaging with the community through outreach opportunities

About you:

• Experience of serving the public, ideally in a library or customer service setting.
• Experience of teamwork and strong communication skills.
• The ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Strong problem solving skills.

Further information and requirements for the role are listed in the Job Description and Person Specification

About us:

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.

Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 15.3% employer pension contribution
• Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.