Saturday / Evening Library Assistant

Wiltshire Career Site; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Training provided

Job summary

Wiltshire Council is seeking a part-time Saturday/Evening Assistant for Trowbridge Library. You will support customers, help them find books and information, and assist with IT tasks, shelving and promoting stock.

Previous library experience is not essential as training will be provided. The role operates on Thursday evenings and Saturdays, with hybrid working model and a pro rata salary.

Qualifications

• No previous library experience required; training provided.
• Able to assist customers with queries and guide them to resources.
• Comfortable with basic IT and helping others use computers and devices.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with queries and guide them to books and information.
• Help customers find books and information and assist with IT tasks.
• Keep shelves tidy with shelving, displays and promotional stock.

Skills

Customer service

IT basics

Shelving

Tools

Library systems

Job description

Salary:£24,796 - £25,185 pro rata

Hours per week:8.5 hours

Interview date:Tuesday 22nd September 2026

Do you love books, information and have a passion to support people to read for pleasure to improve their wellbeing?Can youdemonstratean understanding of public library services and the vital role they play in enriching and supporting our communities?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, resilientperson to joinourTrowbridgeLibraryteam to help provide a high-quality service to our customers on aThursday evening (4.30-7pm) and Saturday (10am-5pm).

As aSaturday/Evening Assistant, you willassistcustomers with queries, helpthem to find books and information,and support them with IT.You willhelp keep the library looking attractive by shelving, displays and promoting our stock and resources.

Previouslibrary experience is not essential as we will train you in all aspects of library work.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Emily Giles, Library Supervisor, at [e-mail]

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Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

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