We have a brilliant opportunity for a Library Advisor to join us!
This is a permanent role based at Cox Green Library with a pro rata salary of £22,216- £24,569 per annum. You will be required to work school hours during term time with a reduced rota over school holidays.
About us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The library service takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality library services to the community.
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Library Advisor to join our Library and Resident Contact (Face to Face) team.
The Role:
As part of the wider Library and Resident Services Team you will have a key role in delivering day to day library service at RBWM libraries.
Your role will involve:
* Delivering excellent customer service to school pupils, staff and members of the public
* Dealing with enquiries including council customer services and general community signposting and support services
* Working with partners
* Facilitating the use of library spaces by other organisations to deliver support services whilst generating income
* Assisting customers with digital support
What we are looking for:
* Someone who loves helping people and is energised by working with teenagers
* A love of books and reading
* An understanding of the value of the public library service to communities and individuals
* Excellent digital skills and the ability to show people how to use a variety of digital devices
* You will need to be able to work at any location in the Borough and to do physical work such as carrying boxes of books, pushing loaded book trolleys and being on your feet walking between floors and across the library for extended periods of time.
What we offer:
* 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays and option to purchase more.
* Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
* Free employee parking close to the libraries.
* Give As You Earn scheme.
* Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
* Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
* Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Interview dates: w/c 3 June 2024
If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Angela Huisman, Library and Resident Contact (Face to Face) Lead, on Angela.Huisman@RBWM.gov.uk or 01628 685641.
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