Librarian in Charge
Job description
Section: Libraires
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time 25 hours per week
Location of post: Cwmafan Library, Depot Road, Cwmafan, Port Talbot SA12 9DF
We are currently looking for an experienced person to join our team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient day to day administration and management of the library.
The main duties of the post are;
- To supervise the efficient day to day administration and management of the library
- Supervision of staff in the library
- Routine supervision of IT equipment and services
- Contribute to staff training requirements within the library
- Contribute formally to discussions on service development especially through engagement with schools and local community groups
- To identify growth potential for the library and promote library usage
- To contribute to stock selection and promotion
- To maintain records and undertake the necessary checks in line with the Health and Safety of the building
-To develop links with young people organisations and schools to enhance services to children
-To contribute to the implementation of the Authority&s strategies and policies
-To undertake any duties, commensurate with the post and grade, as may be assigned by the Library Services Manager.
You will have experience of professional library work;
- Experience of supervising and motivating staff
- You should have extensive experience of working in public libraries and have excellent oral and written communication skills
Ideally you will have;
- Ideally you will have a good standard of education, minimum of 4 GCSE&s or equivalent grades A-C which should include English
If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion,