Senior Library Assistant

London Borough of Newham; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

London Borough of Newham's libraries service is expanding at Green Street Library, now in a brand new site with upgraded technology and an expanded book collection. As Senior Library Assistant, you will be a key member of the team in this new site.

The role is 23 hours per week with a pro rata salary of £31,290–£32,655, reflecting flexible local government terms and a commitment to inclusive service for residents.

Job description

Job Description

Senior Library Assistant

£31,290 - £32,655 pro rata

23 hours per week Green Street Library

Newham Libraries is an ambitious library service that plays a pivotal role in improving the quality of life of our residents. The service prioritises a representative and relevant book stock, Reading for Pleasure for all, a developing Digital Lending offer, the Summer Reading Challenge, an Under 5s offer, and delivering a high quality library service across 10 libraries with extensive opening hours and events.

Green Street Library has just entered an exciting new period, with our move into a brand new site, upgraded technology and an expanded book collection. As Senior Library Assistant, you will be a key member of the team in this new site.

Closing date 18.10.26

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.

The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

About Us

The London Borough of Newham is located only 5 miles east of London. It is well positioned with access to all major networks in London and the south east. It is well connected by public transport with, bus, tube and DLR. When the Crossrail service opens it will call at Custom House close to our council offices and also Stratford station and from there to central London. The London City Airport which serves major European cities is located at Royal Albert Dock. Newham has the youngest overall population in the country. It was one of the six host boroughs for the 2012 Summer Olympics and contains most of the Olympic Park including the London Stadium. It has a thriving arts quarter with the Theatre Royal Stratford East offering excellent entertainment for all the family. There is the University of East London which has two campuses in Newham, one in Stratford and another next to the regenerated Royal Albert Dock. It also has a large Westfield shopping Centre in Stratford which has all the major retailers there.