Overview
The College wishes to employ a Library Assistant which is a varied and interesting role working as part of a busy functional area. The post provides an exciting and challenging opportunity for a pro-active, flexible and innovative person. Welsh language skills will be tested at interview.
Details
Application Deadline: 16 September 2025
Department: Library Services
Location: Graig Campus
Compensation: £19,515 - £20,134 / year
Contract: This is a term-time only role.
Responsibilities
* Effectively managing learner behaviour within the library to provide an environment conducive to study and consistent with other Campus libraries
* The provision of a knowledgeable frontline library enquiry service to all
* Becoming competent in the use of the library management system with meticulous attention to detail
* Becoming proficient in use of the Dewey decimal alphanumeric classification system
* Providing support with IT, printing/copying and general library tasks to include shelving, stock selection and review, stocktaking, ordering, classification and cataloguing using the library management system
* Becoming confident and autonomous in the use of resources and use these skills to support users when answering research and study requests (face to face, telephone and online)
* Encouraging and supporting users to develop their own research skills and knowledge
* Become proficient in the use of AI in order to guide and support learners
* The creation of materials to support and promote a wide range of services including posts for social media
* Contributing to the branding, marketing and promotion of the Library Service as appropriate, ensuring effective, professional and positive communication with all library service users
* The ability to follow procedures with accuracy and attention to detail at all times
* Cash handling and banking in accordance with the College financial procedures
* Deputising for the College Librarian when required and where appropriate
* Reflecting on own professional development, undertake courses and attend training relevant to the role
* The ability to ask for guidance where appropriate; Regularly working across other campus libraries
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential Criteria:
* Relevant qualification at Level 3
* GCSE English and Mathematics at minimum Grade C or O Level equivalent
* Competence in the use of a range of IT packages including Microsoft Word and Excel or Google Suite
* Experience of excellent customer service
* Good communicator with diplomacy and tact
* Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and learners
* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
* Good presentational skills
* Excellent telephone manner
* Has a committed, positive approach to colleagues and library users
* Shows enthusiasm for all tasks and responsibilities and promotes a positive image of the Library
* Able to plan, schedule and monitor own work to meet the requirements of the customers
* Ability to travel to other campuses, where needed
Desirable Criteria:
* IT Level 2 qualification
* Relevant experience of working in a library
* Experience of using a Library Management System
* Experience in using Social Media platforms
* Shows initiative for new technologies and good problem solving skills when faced with new problems
Welsh Language Requirements
* Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Welsh Essential Level 2
* Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Welsh Essential Level 2
Welsh language skills
Welsh language skills will be tested at interview
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At Coleg Sir Gar and Coleg Ceredigion, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and therefore welcome applications from all backgrounds and areas of the community to the college.
Benefits
* You will receive 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays and five closure days which totals at 41 days holiday per year. You also receive an additional 4 days after 5 years service.
* Extremely generous pension scheme with employer contributions of 20%
* Award-winning professional learning and development programme.
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free on-site car parking
* Online and instore retail discounts
Note: This job description reflects the current responsibilities of the role and may be subject to change.
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