Senior Library Assistant (22hrs) – Lead Community & Events

North East Ambition; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A public service organization in Gateshead is seeking a Senior Library Assistant to support library operations across multiple locations. The role involves supervising staff, engaging the community, delivering events, and providing IT support. Applicants should have a strong knowledge of books, excellent communication skills, and possess GCSEs in English and Maths. This is a permanent part-time position with a competitive salary and benefits including generous annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Outstanding pension contributions

Access to health and wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted leisure facilities

VIVUP benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience of public libraries or a similar environment.
• Commitment to delivering an excellent level of customer care.
• Ability to engage with customers of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of library and heritage services engaging with customers.
• Develop and deliver promotional library events and activities.
• Supervise library assistants and manage day-to-day service operations.
• Provide IT support and assistance to library users with complex needs.

Skills

Knowledge of books and reading

Excellent communication skills

Competent IT skills

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade A-C or 9-4 (or equivalent)

Job description

A public service organization in Gateshead is seeking a Senior Library Assistant to support library operations across multiple locations. The role involves supervising staff, engaging the community, delivering events, and providing IT support. Applicants should have a strong knowledge of books, excellent communication skills, and possess GCSEs in English and Maths. This is a permanent part-time position with a competitive salary and benefits including generous annual leave and pension contributions.