Library Assistant

North Ayrshire Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Scotland seeks a dynamic individual for part-time library services at Arran Library. Responsibilities include providing front-line services to the community and managing library operations. This role is primarily in-building and involves child protection responsibilities. The position requires excellent customer service skills and adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• Dynamic individual with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work alone and handle library operations.
• Commitment to child protection regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line services at the library.
• Open and close the library as required.
• Engage with community members effectively.

Job description

Location: Brodick Public Hall Brodick Isle of Arran, KA27 8DL

Rate: £13.48 - £13.78 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Part Time

Hours: 16 hours per week

Job Summary

We may conduct our interviews in person or via Microsoft Teams for video calling. All you need is a device with a camera and internet access. Guidance and instructions will be provided if your interview is virtual.

Information & Culture are seeking a dynamic individual to join the team at Arran Library. You will provide front-line services to the community, work alone at times, and be responsible for opening and closing the library. The working hours are:

• Week 1: Tuesday 10-1 & 2-5, Thursday 10-1 & 2-6, Friday 2-5
• Week 2: Tuesday 2-5, Thursday 10-1 & 2-6, Friday 2-5, Saturday 10-1

See the attached role profile for more details.

North Ayrshire Council uses a behavioral-based approach throughout the recruitment process. Our staff values of Focus, Passion, & Inspiration will be explored for this vacancy.

If references are required, you will be notified of further details if shortlisted for an interview. Failure to provide relevant references may delay the process.

PVG (Children)

This post involves Regulated Work with Children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children.

Preferred candidates will need to join or update the PVG Scheme before employment is confirmed. The cost (£59 or £18) will be deducted from your salary after starting work. For more info, visit https://www.mygov.scot/organisations/disclosure-scotland/. Further details are available at North Ayrshire Council’s pre-employment checks page.

Your name and email will be entered into the Disclosure Scotland PVG system to generate your PVG form, which will be emailed to you with a link to complete.

Our Workstyles

North Ayrshire Council has identified four Workstyles. Each role is assigned one:

In Building – More than 90% of time spent at a single location.

This role is classified as: In Building

Further information on Workstyles can be found in our HR Guide - Workstyles (north-ayrshire.gov.uk). If you have questions about the Workstyle for this role, please ask during the interview.