Library Assistant at Stirling Council Career Site

Bridge of Allan, Scotland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

13410.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Library services, ICT skills, Communication skills, Team-working, Customer service, Bookbug session delivery, Flexibility

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Closing Date: 21st April 2026 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £13,134 - £13,410 Hours: 17.5 per week A vacancy has arisen for a library assistant in Bridge of Allan Library. You will assist in the delivery of a range of library services to the community. You will be educated to standard grade or equivalent, be interested in literature and have good ICT skills. A flexible approach to the working week, which will include evening and weekend working, is essential. You will have good communication skills and the ability to work with people of all age groups and abilities. We are looking for someone who can participate in and deliver Bookbug sessions as required (training would be provided). Although previous library experience is desirable, applicants with a customer focussed attitude and good team-working skills should also apply. The successful candidate will be required to undertake a PVG for adults and children. If your application is progressed after the interview, you will be asked to complete the form and have your details verified. If you’ve got the right skills for the job we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age (restrictions apply to Modern Apprenticeships), disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race. Job Description [https://www.stirling.gov.uk/media/n0ghszua/library-assistant_je04_01042025_e1831.pdf] Additional Salary Information [https://www.stirling.gov.uk/media/vatdduvx/salary-additional-info-6.pdf] Stirling Information [https://www.stirling.gov.uk/media/arjfm1fz/stirling-council-recruitment-pack.pdf] The Benefits * 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years continuous service) Pro-rated for part time roles. * Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements where the role allows. We have a good balance across our teams, retaining the benefits to work/life balance of working from home part of the week, with the collaborative and social benefits of working from the office 2-3 days per week * Biennial incremental progression until top of your payscale is reached * Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. For further details visit https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/ [https://www.scotlgpsmember.org/about-the-lgps/] * Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay dependent on length of service * Carers Leave * Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave * Access to Health & Wellbeing support * Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development * Cycle to Work Scheme * Lift share Scheme * Car Lease Scheme * Technology Benefit Scheme

Responsibilities

You will assist in the delivery of a range of library services to the community. This includes participating in and delivering Bookbug sessions as required.