Library Assistant at Surrey County Council
Woking GU21 6EP, , United Kingdom -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Nov, 25

Salary

12526.0

Posted On

23 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Customer Service, Transferable Skills

Industry

Education Management

Description

OUR BEHAVIOURS

The Surrey Way behaviours are a guide that supports our council to work together effectively and deliver our best for our customers and communities, and for each other. Discover more about our behaviours.
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.

Responsibilities

THIS ROLE HAS A STARTING SALARY OF £12,526 PER ANNUM (PRO RATA TO £25,052 FTE), BASED ON A 18 HOUR WORKING WEEK.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Library Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will be based at Woking Library, you will also be required to work at Addlestone, Chertsey, Knaphill and West Byfleet Libraries.
Libraries are spaces for social interaction, learning and cultural experiences, acting as an economic enabler providing support for local communities and businesses. Surrey’s libraries offer vital services to all members of their communities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Surrey Libraries hold a unique place in our communities offering something for everyone, and no two days are the same. They provide universal access through a programme of reading, learning, digital, and health and wellbeing activities. Our vision is for our libraries to become hubs of the community that all are proud of. With excellent customer service at its heart, we need people who share this passion to become more successful.
Library Assistants greet each person with a positive attitude and resilient approach to any request. Customer service is at the forefront of our library service, making them busy, lively places to work. Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are key.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Helping with reading recommendations
  • Creating new themes for book displays
  • Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock
  • Leading craft events, Rhymetime, and Storytime sessions
  • Engaging with schools to organise visits and class assemblies
  • Assisting with or leading activities for both children and adults
  • Lone working or single staffing at this and other libraries in the area
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