We are looking to appoint a self-motivated and customer-focused individual to this key frontline team in the University Library. Post-holder will work in a variety of areas including the Main Library Helpdesk, St Mary's College Library and the JF Allen Library.
You will be motivated, have excellent customer skills and will relish the challenges of working in a very active student environment. Team working abilities, flexibility and IT skills are major requirements for this post. You should be educated to at least Scottish Higher level. Previous experience of working in a library or a customer service role is essential.
Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:
* Annual leave of 30 days, plus 5 public holidays
* Financial contribution to relocation
* Membership of the S&LAS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
* A range of family friendly policies
* Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
* Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
* Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
* A range of wellbeing initiatives including membership of Peppy, a health application that connects staff to expert practitioners and personalized support on health matters
Hours of work: Monday – Friday,, 20 hours per week, all year round
Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Valerie Dickson, email: -
Applications are particularly welcome from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME)
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience and form a central pillar of the University Strategy. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ Disabled and Neurodiverse staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities or Neurodiversity Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online:
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Information on other visa options is available at or by contacting our HR Immigration Team on -
Interview Date: 25 September 2025Closing Date: 12 September 2025
Please quote ref: CG1242LS
Libraries and Museums
Salary: £23,751 per annum, pro rata
Start Date: As soon as possible
Part Time: 20 Hours per week
School/Unit: Libraries & Museums
Posted: 04/09/2025
Closing date: 12/09/2025
Closing time: 23:59