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Assistant prison librarian

London
Lambeth
Assistant
Posted: 13 October
Offer description

Assistant Prison Librarian REF:
SC: £, pa rising in annual increments to £, pa inc
Part-Time ( Hours)
Permanent Contract

About Us:

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over, residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

About the Team:

The Prison Library team consists of this role and the Prison Librarian. There is also regular support from Lambeth Libraries Development Librarian team who visit the prison.

About the Role:

In this role you will be responsible for the day to day running of the library and maintaining collections on the wings. You will support the prison orderlies working in the library and encourage use of the library by the wider prison community.

To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:

You will have previous experience of working in a prison environment and understand the importance of improving literacy and reading for pleasure. In your CV, please clearer address the shortlisting criteria in the job description.

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:

Contact Information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Abibat Olulode or Tim O'Dell

Recruitment Timelines:

Advert close date: :pm on Sunday th October .

Benefits:

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:

1. Participation in our Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.
2. Generous annual leave entitlement starting from days, increasing to up to days depending on length of service.
3. Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
4. Hybrid Working.
5. Employee Assistance Programme.
6. Discounts at local restaurants.
7. Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
8. Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
9. Cycle to Work Scheme.
10. Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
11. Trade Union Membership.

How to Apply:

If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application.

In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations,

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