Library Assistant Weekend

Bristol City Council; Bristol; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Bristol seeks a part-time Library Assistant for the Central Library. The role involves helping customers, managing library resources, and organizing community reading activities. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to public service and a passion for literature. This position requires physical presence on weekends, as it is not suitable for remote work.

Qualifications

• The role requires a commitment to public library ethos.
• Participation in story-time and reading activities is essential.
• Ability to handle diverse tasks with flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in navigating library resources.
• Process new stock and manage membership inquiries.
• Conduct IT support sessions and events for children.

Skills

Customer service

Passion for books

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Job description

Overview

Part Time, Fixed Term Contract to 31st March 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at Bristol’s flagship Central Library as a weekend Library Assistant.

Are you passionate about books and reading? Would you like to help people get online and navigate the internet? Do you enjoy helping people find the information they need? Do you want to work at the heart of the community providing a vital public service to all?

Are you committed to the ethos of public libraries and encouraging people to get the maximum benefit from our library service and facilities?

If so, then we want you to come and join our friendly team. We need customer-focused people to help us run and develop a high-quality service at Bristol Central Library.

This post is not available for job share and availability for all specified sessions is required. The role is not suitable for home working or hybrid working, as they are required to be physically present in Central Library.

Job details

Location: Central Library, College Green, City Centre, Bristol BS1 5TL

Salary: BG7: £26,824 - £28,142 pro rata

Contractual hours: 10.5 Basis Part time

Hours/ Session pattern: 10.5 hours per week across weekends (see specific weekly patterns below).

All posts are subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service basic disclosure check.

Responsibilities

• You will carry out a diverse range of tasks with no two days being the same, helping customers to get the most out of their libraries.
• You will help customers find specific titles and reserving them, deal with new membership, signpost customers to websites for information, book customers on to IT support sessions or author events, prepare and deliver story-time and singing sessions for babies and toddlers and encourage children to join reading activities.
• You will also undertake tasks to ensure the smooth running of the libraries: processing new stock using our library computer system, dealing with email and phone enquiries, cashing up and associated processes, unpacking and sorting items arriving in crates from around the city and liaising with contractors arriving on site for maintenance and repairs.
• Manual handling, display screen equipment, and other training will be given, to ensure tasks are carried out safely.
• Period details: Weekend working patterns are provided below.

Working hours

• Week 1- Saturday 10:00-17:00, Sunday 12:30-17:00.
• Week 2 – Saturday 09:30-17:00, Sunday 13:00-17.00.
• Week 3 – Saturday 10:00-17:00, Sunday 12:30-17:00.
• Week 4 - Saturday 09.30-17.00, Sunday 13:00-17:00.

Requirements and additional information

• All posts are subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service basic disclosure check.
• To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application.
• We are a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from disabled people who meet the essential criteria and are guaranteed an interview. Reasonable adjustments will be provided.
• We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups within this service.
• For more information about these roles please email Marisa Fish, [e-mail].