Library Assistant (Peripatetic) - NAY15838

North Ayrshire Council; Stevenston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Stevenston is seeking a Peripatetic Library Team Member to work flexibly across various settings. The role requires availability on weekends and ability to work alone. Candidates must be prepared for behavioral-based assessments and must join the PVG Scheme for work with children. Flexible working options are available.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a Locality Library Team across various settings.
• Be available for weekends and lone work.
• Complete behavior-based application questions based on staff values.

Job description

Job Summary

Interviews may be conducted in person or via Microsoft Teams. You will need a device with a camera and internet access. Guidance will be provided for virtual interviews.

We support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. For more information, click here.

This Peripatetic post, based in Stevenston Library, offers an opportunity to work as part of a Locality Library Team across various settings on short notice. The working hours are Monday 10-1 & 2-5, Thursday 10-1 & 2-5, Friday 10-1, and Saturday 10-12.30. Are you able to work weekends and lone work?

For more details, see the attached Role Profile.

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Staff Values & Behaviours

North Ayrshire Council uses a behavioural-based approach in recruitment. Our staff values of Focus, Passion & Inspiration will be assessed.

More information on Staff Values and completing behaviour-based application questions is available at Staff values and behaviours.

Additional Information

References

If references are required, you will be notified if successful for an interview. Not providing relevant references may delay the process.

PVG (Children)

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

Preferred candidates must join or update the PVG Scheme before employment confirmation. The cost (£59 or £18) will be deducted from wages after starting. More info at Disclose Scotland. Details on North Ayrshire Council’s policy are at Pre-employment checks.

Your name and email will be entered into the Disclosure Scotland PVG system to generate your PVG form.

Workstyles

North Ayrshire Council has four Workstyles. This post is classified as: Agile—working flexibly across locations, including home and office. Attendance at the office may be required as per role needs.

More info on Workstyles can be found in the HR Guide - Workstyles. Questions about the Workstyle can be asked at interview.