Library Assistant

Post

We may utilise digital interview methods.

On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.

Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.

• Deliver quality library services as the key front‑line post across Calderdale’s 12 libraries.
• Engage the community through digital services, social experiences, lifelong learning, and a warm welcome for everyone.
• Support the Warm Welcome scheme, helping residents with the cost‑of‑living crisis.
• Manage computerised systems, public computer facilities, Wi‑Fi, wireless printing, scanning and digital books – assisting customers to use these resources.
• Work flexibly across sites, including lone working, key holding, building responsibilities and cash management.
• Participate in promotional activities to keep libraries relevant to local communities.

• Experience working with the public in a library or customer service environment (paid or voluntary).
• Literate and numerate, with a good general level of education.
• Experience of working with computerised systems and of using online services.

For an informal discussion about these posts and timetables, please contact
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