Jobs and careers with Coventry City Council
In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remain at the heart of everything we do.
Our Values are:
* Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
* Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
* Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
* Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
* Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
* Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.
About the team we are recruiting to
We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, accepting of all, and free from discrimination and bias.
Coventry City Council’s Library and Information Service is a public-facing service operating for the benefit of local communities and the wider city.
Providing services from the central library and 16 local libraries (3 of which are community-led), Coventry libraries provide a unique 'cradle-to-grave' service, bringing individuals and communities together.
Public libraries acquire, organise, and provide access to a range of information and reading resources to meet the diverse needs of a community. We actively support independent learning and encourage reader development, also providing information on areas such as:
* Local and national government services,
* Learning opportunities,
* Leisure activities, and
* Local community news and events
We also play an important role in providing access to computers and the internet for those who are digitally excluded.
The Library Service works in partnership with local, regional, and national organisations to provide a full and wide-ranging service offer. Partners include:
* Arts Council England
* BBC
* Department for Culture, Media and Sport
* Libraries Connected
* Public Health England, and
* Reading Agency
Libraries are uniquely placed to change lives for the better. They are busy and vibrant open spaces, not only providing access to books but also helping people to help themselves and improve their opportunities. By providing practical support and guidance, libraries play a critical role in enabling and empowering people to realise their potential, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
What is the job role?
This role will be a key resource to support the coordination and management of Library Services. The role will play a vital part in widening the engagement of the Library Service into local communities, ensuring excellent standards in customer service.
We are looking for a Digital and Information Coordinator who will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering digital and information services across Coventry Libraries.
You will play a leading role in developing and promoting digital services both online and within libraries. The role will involve leading projects aimed at tackling digital exclusion, providing access to information resources, and digital cultural activities that meet Library users' requirements and expectations.
We value and respect the diversity of our team and aim to recruit a workforce that reflects our diverse communities. Currently, men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented in our team, and we encourage both men and minority ethnic individuals to apply for this position.
This does not prevent any other applicants with a protected or non-protected characteristic from applying.
Who are we looking for?
You will have a passion for libraries and improving access to library resources.
You will be instrumental in finding innovative solutions to maximize the value of library resources and opportunities for supporting local residents.
This is a fixed-term position until 28th February 2026 / a secondment post of 37 hours per week.
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact David Lloyd – Service Development Manager – Dave.Lloyd@coventry.gov.uk
If you need assistance with your application, please visit our accessibility page.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups, including:
* Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
* Individuals currently in care or previously in care
* Individuals who consider themselves disabled or have a long-term health condition
For full details on the application process, please see the document titled 'Coventry City Council Application Process' on our jobs page. Note that applications suspected of using AI without justification will be rejected.
Interview date: Tuesday 29th May
About Coventry
Coventry has a proud, innovative, and creative spirit that has historically brought communities together to address challenges and drive social change.
We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant, and diverse.
Our aim is to recruit and develop talented individuals who focus on our customers, take responsibility, collaborate, and innovate to improve community services.
Location: One Friargate, Coventry, United Kingdom (Including Northern Ireland)
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