Library Team Manager

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Library Team Manager to shape the culture and future of its busy Library Service, supporting the central management team across Eastleigh and Winchester districts. With 40 sites and millions of visits, you’ll lead a large team of core staff and volunteers to keep libraries vibrant community hubs.

You’ll drive growth, oversee building management and health and safety, lead countywide projects, and build partnerships with local groups to extend services.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a library team and driving high‑quality services.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff, customers and partners.
• Ability to motivate and support staff across multiple sites.
• Commitment to community‑focused library services.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation under pressure.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in library settings.

Responsibilities

• Champion libraries as vibrant community hubs and engage diverse audiences.
• Lead and develop your team to reach service goals.
• Provide support across a cluster of libraries to improve delivery.
• Oversee building management, health and safety, and staff training.
• Lead countywide projects aligned with the service vision.
• Collaborate with local partners to extend library roles in the community.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Staff development

Customer/community focus

Organisational skills

Health and safety knowledge

Driving licence

Job description

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Library Team Manager

Job Reference: HCC625108
Salary Range: £34,273 - £37,570 per annum
Work Location: Eastleigh and Winchester District, Hampshire
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 12 October 2026

The Role:

As a Library Team Manager, you’ll shape the culture and future of one of the busiest and most popular Library Services in the country. Hampshire Library Service, with 40 sites and over 4.8 million annual visitors, is looking for a dynamic Library Team Manager to support the central management team in managing libraries across our Eastleigh and Winchester districts.
Working with a large team of core staff and volunteers, you’ll be at the forefront of driving growth and engagement, ensuring our libraries remain vibrant community hubs.

What you’ll be doing:

• Championing the role of our libraries by ensuring they provide opportunities for people of all ages to explore, engage, and discover.
• Managing and developing your teamto ensure the library reaches its full potential.
• Providing support across a cluster of librariesto enhance service delivery.
• Overseeing building managementincluding health and safety, contractor management, and staff training programs.
• Leading and implementing countywide projectslinked to the service vision.
• Collaborating with local community partners and building outreach and project work to develop the role of the library within the community.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience of managing and leading a team, with the ability to support, develop, and motivate staff to deliver high‑quality services.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with staff, customers, and community partners.
• Ability to motivate, support and engage with team members by understanding and adapting to their unique personalities and working styles.
• Community and customer-focusedapproach, dedicated to making a positive impact through library services.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Knowledge and experience of health and safety requirements within a library or similar environment.

• Make a difference: Lead a committed and enthusiastic team who take pride in providing high quality customer service and making a difference to local residents and communities.
• Career growth and development: Take on a new challenge and make a significant impact.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life. The role will include working some weekends and occasional evening work.
• Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
Please note:We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other job titles you may be searching for: Library Service Team Manager, Library Manager, Library Supervisor, Team Leader, Library Supervisor, Library Coordinator, Manager.

Travel Requirements:

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

The post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

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Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.