Library Officer | Rishton & Oswaldtwistle | Part Time

Library Officer | Rishton & Oswaldtwistle | Part Time

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Permanent – Job Share | Salary £28,142 - £32,061 Per Annum Pro Rata | 16.5 Hours Per Week

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.

Are you a confident leader with a passion for reading and community engagement? We are looking for friendly, proactive, and digitally confident individuals to lead our library teams.

Lancashire Libraries are a vital service that provide welcoming, inclusive spaces where people of all ages can connect, learn and feel safe. We're proud to offer access to quality resources, knowledgeable staff, and a supportive environment for everyone.

As a Library Officer
, you will lead a team of staff and volunteers to deliver a high‑quality, customer‑focused service. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing day‑to‑day operations of the library.
• Planning and delivering a wide range of events (e.g. author events, class visits).
• Supporting customers with digital services (e.g. eBooks, passport applications).
• Building partnerships with local organisations.
• Monitoring performance and ensuring service excellence.

You will be appointed to a library base(s), but there will be an expectation that you will work at other libraries as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact Helen Preston on

• A confident and supportive leader.
• Friendly, approachable, and passionate about reading.
• Digitally confident and able to help others navigate online resources.
• A great communicator with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working with a diverse range of people, including volunteers and community partners.

At Lancashire County Council, you’ll have the opportunity to shape a career path that suits you, with access to personal and professional qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. This is the place to build the career you’ve always wanted.

In return for your passion and expertise, we offer a generous benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• 26 days of annual leave (rising with length of service), plus 8 bank holidays and 2 additional statutory days. You’ll also have the option to purchase additional leave each year.
• Access to our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, offering savings with a wide range of UK retailers—from weekly groceries to white goods and vehicles.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early and before the closing date if we receive sufficient applications.

Mid‑Senior level

Part‑time

Education and Training

Government Administration