Shelving Assistant

Torfaen County Borough Council; Wales; On-site; GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a part-time Shelving Assistant for Cwmbran Library. The role involves shelving books, engaging with customers, and maintaining a tidy library environment. Applicants should have a passion for books, good communication skills, and be able to manage physical tasks effectively. This position is only available to current employees and agency workers of the council.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be physically able to manage shelving and tidying library stock.
• Previous experience in a library or similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Shelving and tidying library stock.
• Engaging with customers in the library.
• Delivering high-quality service.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage time

Enthusiasm for books and reading

Job description

Overview

REQ005785 Part-Time Shelving Assistant Cwmbran Library

Dyddiad cau 15/10/2025

Employer

Torfaen County Borough Council / Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Torfaen

Location

• Torfaen
• Pob ardal

Details

• Oriau contract: Rhan Amser
• Math o gontract: Parhaol
• Cyflog: £25989 - 25989 y flwyddyn

Responsibilities and Qualifications

INTERNAL JOB. This vacancy is only available to Torfaen County Borough Council (TCBC) employees and agency workers currently engaged with TCBC.

We are looking for a Shelving Assistant to work on Saturdays as part of the Torfaen Libraries team at Cwmbran Library.

An enthusiasm for books and reading is required and you will need to be happy to engage with a wide range of customers.

The work is focussed on shelving and tidying library stock which is physically demanding. Accuracy is also important in library work.

You will need good communication and interpersonal skills, have the ability to manage your time effectively and be committed to helping deliver a high-quality service to our customers.

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy, please contact Neil Trembath, telephone [phone] or Emma Day, telephone [phone].

You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.

Torfaen County Borough Council strive to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment.