Salary: £25,185 - £25,989 pro rata
Hours Available:
17 hours
19 hours
Interview date: To be confirmed following shortlisting
Libraries - Enriching Lives and Building Community
Do you love books, information and have a passion to support people to read for pleasure to improve their wellbeing? Can you demonstrate an understanding of public library services and the vital role they play in enriching and supporting our communities?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, outgoing person to join our team at Chippenham Library working 17 or 19 hours per week to help provide a high-quality service for our customers.
As Library Assistant, you will help customers with queries, help them to find books and information and support them with basic IT for those using library computers and other library equipment. You will take part in children's activities such as 'rhyme time' and events/activities for adults, stock work, supporting volunteers and partners, alongside other varied tasks. No two days will be the same and you'll need to be ready to deal with the unexpected
You will need to have at least five GCSEs, including English at grade A-C or equivalent and good use of ICT. Previous library experience is not essential as we will train you in all aspects of library work. Excellent customer service skills or the ability to demonstrate you can provide them is essential, as is a love of books.
The work patterns for these roles are:
* 17 hour contract
Week 1 - Wednesday 9:30am-1:00pm, Thursday 10:00am-2:00pm and Friday 10:00am-7:00pm
Week 2 - Wednesday 9:30am-1:00pm, Thursday 10:00am-2:00pm, Friday 10:00am-7:00pm and Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm
* 19 hour contract
Week 1 - Monday 10:00am-2:00pm, Tuesday 10:00am-1:00pm, Wednesday 9:00am-1:00pm, Friday 2:00-7:00pm and Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm
Week 2 - Monday 10:00am-2:00pm, Tuesday 10:00am-1:00pm, Wednesday 9:00am-1:00pm and Friday 2:00-7:00pm
Why us?
Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here
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For more details, contact Lisa Gibbins, Library Supervisor via email here
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We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion.
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Application process
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