Weekend Reading Room Assistant - Term-Time

Gardens, Libraries and Museums (GLAM), University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in Oxford is seeking a part-time Library Assistant for the Bodleian Law Library. The role involves welcoming readers, handling enquiries, and supporting library operations during weekends. Candidates should be effective communicators with a strong commitment to customer service and IT literacy. This position offers 16.5 hours work per week during term-time and is open to individuals seeking job share. Benefits include an excellent pension scheme and 38 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days of annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills for engaging with readers and colleagues.
• Strong commitment to customer service and punctuality.
• Good IT literacy, especially with email and applications.

Responsibilities

• Welcome readers and provide front-line support.
• Administer library enquiry desk and respond to enquiries.
• Carry out circulation tasks and ensure smooth weekend operations.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service commitment

Reliability

IT literacy

Task prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A prestigious academic institution in Oxford is seeking a part-time Library Assistant for the Bodleian Law Library. The role involves welcoming readers, handling enquiries, and supporting library operations during weekends. Candidates should be effective communicators with a strong commitment to customer service and IT literacy. This position offers 16.5 hours work per week during term-time and is open to individuals seeking job share. Benefits include an excellent pension scheme and 38 days of annual leave.