Branch Library Manager

Temporary Part‑Time Library Branch Manager

Location: Coleraine

Contract: Temporary - Ongoing

Hours: 36 hours per week. 2 Week rota

Week 1:
Monday 09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:30
Saturday 09:15 - 17:00

Week 2:
Monday 09:00 - 17:30 1hr
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:30

• £15.48 per hour (standard rate)
• £23.22 per hour (Saturday rate)

Our client in Coleraine is currently seeking a Temporary Library Branch Manager to lead the effective day‑to‑day operation of a library service point. This role involves delivering high‑quality customer services, managing staff, and ensuring the smooth running of the library premises in line with current policies and procedures.

• Ensure all library services are delivered to consistently high standards
• Comply with current library policies, procedures, and service expectations
• Promote and support front‑line customer services to a diverse range of users

• Manage, supervise, and appraise Senior Library Assistants, Library Assistants, and ancillary staff
• Support staff development and effective teamwork within the branch

• Oversee the routine maintenance of library premises
• Maintain required records, files, and administrative systems
• Escalate operational issues that cannot be resolved locally to the appropriate officer

Applicants must meet one of the following:

• A minimum of two GCE A‑Levels (or equivalent or higher qualification)
  PLUS
  At least two years' experience working with the public in a customer‑focused environment within the last five years

OR

• At least three years' experience working with the public in a customer‑focused environment within the last six years

In addition, applicants must demonstrate:

• Experience contributing to the promotion and delivery of front‑line customer services
• Experience using ICT systems/applications in a work environment
• Experience of working in partnership or collaboration with internal and/or external customers
• Experience of working effectively within a team environment to meet organisational objectives

• Experience of managing staff
• Experience working in a public, academic, or specialist library

Candidates must hold a valid Enhanced Access NI Disclosure