School Library Assistant

Viive Digital; Salford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A cultural institution in Manchester is looking for a dedicated School Library Assistant to support the Schools Learning Resource Centre. This role involves assisting young people and managing library resources during term-time, specifically on Tuesday to Thursday evenings. Knowledge of music is essential, and candidates should have experience interacting with youth. The position offers a pay of £12.21 per hour, along with benefits such as subsidized meals and gym access.

Benefits

Subsidized meals

On-site gym

Free tickets to selected concerts

Qualifications

• Knowledge of music as it will be central to the role.
• Experience of interacting with young students is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the School Library.
• Support students with their learning resources needs.

Skills

Knowledge of music

Experience with young people

Job description

Chethams is a unique cultural institution and charity in the heart of Manchester combining music, education, and heritage. We are home to three extraordinary places Chethams School of Music, Chethams Library, and The Stoller Hall and we are united by one clear vision which is to bring people together.

The Job

We are seeking an enthusiastic School Library Assistant to join our team in the Schools Learning Resource Centre.

• Required February 2026 or ASAP thereafter (checks dependent).
• 9 hours per week.
• The shifts involved are term-time Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings 1630-2000 including 30-minute unpaid meal break (approximately 32 weeks per year).
• Knowledge of music is essential as is experience of dealing with young people.

In Return

• You will be paid £12.21 per hour.
• Benefits including use of subsided meals, an on-site gym and free tickets to selected concerts.

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Application Deadline

9am on Monday 12 January 2026

Chethams is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Reg. Charity No: 526702