Job Description
Vacancy Information
Hourly rate of pay: £19.45 - £21.75
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Temporary until 31st March 2026.
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Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, 09:00-17:00
Working 2 in 4 Saturday mornings a month, 09:30-13:00. One day will be given back in lieu during midweek, to be discussed further.
Flexi time is applicable.
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To start asap.
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The Community Librarian is responsible for the supervision and line management of the staffing teams based in Prestonpans and Port Seton Libraries and as such the successful candidate will have direct management and supervisory experience for teams supporting customer service and/or library services.
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As the service responds to customer need and supports Council services it is crucial that staff are flexible and responsive to change. The successful post holder should have experience of managing and supporting staff through periods of change.
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Libraries across East Lothian offer a range of services including Blue badge and Travel Pass applications, digital support and general enquiries. Prestonpans Library additionally operates as an area office accepting payment for Council services as well as support with a range of enquiries including Benefits, Council Tax, Housing and more. The successful candidate will be experienced in supporting staff to provide excellent customer services and develop strong IT skills.
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Prestonpans and Port Seton Libraries have close relationships with local primary schools facilitating regular class visits and offer a range of activities for families and the wider community. The successful candidate will have experience in working with partners to review and maintain services across communities.
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Home / Hybrid Working Consideration
Applications for home or hybrid working will be considered for this post in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies which can be found here. Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview.
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Please Note:
All home/hybrid workers must live in the UK. Where an application for home-working is supported, it will be subject to a satisfactory trial period. Employees will be expected to attend Council offices for the duration of induction, and be on site in East Lothian workplaces, as required. Employees with a hybrid working arrangement in place will be office based and able to work from home, with permission, on an ad hoc basis.
Job Details
To provide comprehensive and quality front line library and customer services within East Lothian.
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To work with schools and other partners to provide a service which is responsive to the needs of the local community.
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To manage and develop a team of staff across multiple locations.
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To provide and manage a range of resources.
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Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
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The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Degree level qualification or equivalent in Librarianship or Information Science and/or postgraduate qualification in Librarianship or Information Science and/or be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through significant experience of managing a team delivering customer services and/or library services.
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PVG Membership
This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020.
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All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.
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Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.
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Please note:
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website.
Additional Information
For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/nonteachinginfo
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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk
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Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form. If, for example, due to a disability, you are unable to complete the on-line application form you can contact us for a paper application via the telephone number or email address above.