Lancashire County Council is looking for a Library Assistant to join our vital library service, providing welcoming, inclusive spaces where people of all ages can connect, learn and feel safe. You will support the delivery of a high-quality library and information service to our communities.
What You'll Do
- Assist customers with accessing digital resources and information.
- Support in the planning and delivery of events, such as author events and class visits.
- Engage with customers to promote reading for pleasure.
What We're Looking For
- A welcoming and friendly attitude.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent digital skills.
- The ability to work with a range of stakeholders.
- The ability to deliver a customer-focused service.
Nice to Have
- A love for reading.
- A passion for sharing a love of reading.
Team & Environment
You will be appointed to library base(s) but are expected to work at other libraries as required.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: £25,185 - £25,989 Per Annum (pro-rata for part-time).
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
- Holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave (pro rata), rising with length of service, plus Bank Holidays.
- Weekend pay enhancements.
- Employee Assistance Programme, credit union, counselling, and discounts on phone contracts, gym and lots more.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position across multiple locations: Barnoldswick Library (15hpw), Brierfield Library (15hpw), Burnley Library (7hpw).
The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Successful candidates will be required to apply for a DBS 'disclosure'.
