Library Services Manager

Cheshire East Council; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Library Leader to oversee the management of 16 libraries and a mobile Library Service. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge in library development, exhibit strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrate a commitment to community engagement. This full-time position offers benefits including enhanced annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and various salary sacrifice schemes.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Flexible working pattern

Salary sacrifice green car scheme

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of library development practice.
• High degree of interpersonal skills.
• Ability to converse at ease with customers.

Responsibilities

• Manage 16 libraries and a mobile service.
• Lead the library team with a focus on community needs.
• Work in partnership across the Council.

Skills

Library management

Interpersonal skills

Community engagement

Flexible working

Job description

Overview

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We’re looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and committed library leader to be responsible for the management of 16 libraries and a mobile Library Services in Cheshire East. The position is for 1 FTE (37 hours) per week permanent contract.

About you

The service has recently been restructured and with a new Library strategy we are looking for a warm, open-hearted, and open-minded individual to lead the library team.

The service is focused on excellent customer experience and developing services to meet community need. Key will be partnership working across the Council, in particular with Adults and Children's Directorates, to deliver our people based integrated services from libraries in the heart of our communities.

Experienced in Library management and working with communities, you will have an optimistic outlook, a positive attitude to trying new things, and a kind approach to people and the planet.

The successful candidate will have:

• Extensive knowledge of Libraries development practice;
• A high degree of interpersonal skills;
• The ability to converse at ease with our internal and external customers;
• A flexible approach to work;

To find out more about the essential and desirable criteria for the role please view the attached job description specification document.

Benefits

• Enhanced annual leave - Start with an impressive 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) from day one, and watch it grow to 39 days after just five years of service
• Purchase of annual leave - You can purchase up to 10 extra days of annual leave each year, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life just the way you want (Pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Flexible working pattern - Enjoy a 37-hour standard full-time work week with the added perks of flexi-time and hybrid/remote working arrangements where possible. Your work-life balance just got a whole lot better
• Salary sacrifice green car scheme - Drive green and save green! Lease a brand-new electric or hybrid car through our salary sacrifice scheme. There\'s no credit checks, no deposits, just significant savings and exclusive offers on a three-year lease
• White goods salary sacrifice scheme - Upgrade your home with ease. Purchase home and electronic items through our salary sacrifice scheme, spreading the cost of big-ticket purchases like appliances, computers, and tech gadgets directly from your salary
• Enhanced public pension - Secure your future with our career average pension, where contributions are built at a rate of 1/49th of your yearly pensionable pay
• Cycle to work scheme - Save up to 25-39% on the retail price of bikes and safety equipment through Income Tax and National Insurance savings. Get fit and save money!
• Employee assistance programme - Access a completely free and confidential assistance service to help manage, reduce, and overcome life\'s challenges, both at work and in your personal life
• Discounted gym membership - Stay active and healthy with corporate membership prices for Everybody Leisure, including:
  • Gym, Swim and Group Fitness at all 16 facilities
  • Off-Peak Racket Sports
  • Athletics Tracks
  • Sauna/Steam/Spa

Application

Applicants should ensure all sections of the application form are completed as failure to do so will result in their application being rejected.

For further information about the role please contact: [e-mail]