Library Assistant at Leicestershire County Council

Harborough, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

26409.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Reading Promotion, Digital Technology, IT Systems Assistance, Shelving, Displaying Materials, Event Delivery, Communication Skills, Literacy, Numeracy, Teamwork, Initiative, Time Management, Deadline Management, Fluent English Speaking

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: Market Harborough Library & Museum LE16 7TL Salary: £25,995 - £26,409 per annum (pro rata for part-time) Working Hours: 12 hours per week (Wednesday 2-6, Thursday 9-1, Friday 2-6) Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: Wednesday 1st April 2026 Interview Date(s): Tuesday 21st April 2026 Do you love reading and want to share this passion with others? Do you enjoy providing excellent customer service? If so, why not consider becoming a Library Services Assistant. About the Role As a Library Services Assistant, you will work as part of a team responsible for providing a high quality, welcoming, and efficient library service to all customers. You will support library users to find the information and resources they need, assist them to use IT systems, shelve and display books and other materials, and deliver library events such as IT tasters and sessions for under 5’s. You will also be required to promote customer choice and enjoyment in reading, and the service’s digital offer including e-books and online reference resources. About You To apply for this post, you must: * Have an interest in reading, learning and culture. * Have experience of, and an interest in, digital technology including an ECDL or ITQ level 2 qualification or equivalent practical experience. * Understand the importance of delivering a high level of customer service. * Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to deliver events, activities, and taster sessions. * Have good literacy and numeracy skills to undertake the duties of the role. * Be able to work as part of a team and on your own initiative. * Have good time management skills and the ability to work to deadlines. We’d also expect you to share our commitment to our values [https://eism.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/lcc/pages/1004] and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer [https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/disability-confident-campaign]. Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact: Jacob Sohanpal, Library Supervisor Email: jacob.sohanpal@leics.gov.uk How to Apply At Leicestershire County Council we’re looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation, not just what’s on your CV. That’s why we’ve designed a recruitment process that’s fair, accessible, and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life, we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally. If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire, we’d love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application, ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above. Without this information, we won’t be able to assess your suitability for the role, and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement, see the How to Apply [https://eism.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/lcc/pages/1001] section on our career site. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post or you want to request an application pack in an alternative format, please contact our Employee Service Centre by telephoning 0300 3030222 (select option 2) or raising a ticket via our online portal: https://emss.org.uk/support [https://emss.org.uk/support]. By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. [https://eism.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/lcc/pages/1006] About Leicestershire County Council At Leicestershire County Council, we're committed to making a real difference in people's lives. Our aim is to work with communities and partners to deliver public services that make Leicestershire the best possible place to live and work for everyone. Our employees play a key role in supporting this goal and helping us deliver the vital services we provide to the people of Leicestershire. Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll find a place with us where your ideas are valued, and your work has purpose. For further information on what it’s like to work for us and the benefits we offer, please refer to the following: Our Recruitment Process [https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/jobs-and-volunteering/working-for-the-council/the-application-process] Our Organisational Values [https://eism.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/pages/1004] Our Employee Benefits [https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/jobs-and-volunteering/working-for-the-council/employee-benefits] Working for Us [https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/jobs-and-volunteering/working-for-the-council/an-inclusive-workplace]

Responsibilities

The role involves working as part of a team to provide a high-quality, welcoming, and efficient library service, supporting users with information retrieval, IT system usage, and material handling. Responsibilities also include shelving, displaying materials, and delivering library events like IT tasters and sessions for young children.