Part-Time Library Assistant: Inspire Reading & Community

EMEA3 Recruitment; Steyning; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Job summary

Steyning Library in Steyning, West Sussex, is seeking a welcoming Library Assistant to join our busy team. You will help visitors access resources, deliver engaging reading activities, and ensure smooth daily operations in a community hub.

The role offers a permanent part-time contract, 24.5 hours weekly, with opportunities to lead Rhyme Time and other sessions, while developing digital skills and delivering excellent customer service to all ages.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including Maths and English are required.
• Experience working in a team on shared tasks.
• Digital skills to assist customers with emails, the library website, app and eLibrary.
• Strong communication and customer service to engage the public.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with children, families and customers of all ages.
• Ability to meet deadlines and adapt to varied daily demands.
• Ability to take initiative while following library procedures.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to person for customers and guide them to services.
• Undertake lone working or be supported by a volunteer.
• Support delivery of reading events, including Rhyme Times and author talks.
• Use library IT systems and enter data, such as registering new members.
• Respond to enquiries in person and over the phone.
• Assist with reading recommendations.
• Create new themes for book displays.
• Maintain, present and process book stock.

Skills

GCSEs incl Maths

GCSEs incl English

Teamwork

Digital skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Deadline management

Education

GCSEs including Maths & English

Job description

Steyning Library in Steyning, West Sussex, is seeking a welcoming Library Assistant to join our busy team. You will help visitors access resources, deliver engaging reading activities, and ensure smooth daily operations in a community hub.

The role offers a permanent part-time contract, 24.5 hours weekly, with opportunities to lead Rhyme Time and other sessions, while developing digital skills and delivering excellent customer service to all ages.