Library Technician ApprenticeBand

Job overview

We’re excited to offer this opportunity within our Admin & Clerical workforce.

As part of our new Transfer Window process, we’re making it easier for colleagues to move into roles where their skills are needed most. This approach helps us fill vacancies quickly and supports career development across the Trust.

How to apply : Please do not apply via Trac. Instead, complete the Expression of Interest (EOI) form using this link - Transfer Window Form – Fill in form. The form includes a short skills assessment to help us match your experience to the role.

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust are looking to welcome an apprentice into Knowledge and Library Services, who will work as an integral member of the team whilst completing their Library, Information and Archive Services Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship:
This full‑time, fixed‑term role is embedded in our on‑site libraries across Bournemouth and Poole Hospitals. This role gives the post holder valuable NHS Library experience and recognised qualification to start a career in Librarianship. You will be given one paid study day per week in a fully funded, 18‑month apprenticeship course which aligns with the following professional recognition:
Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals for Certified Member (ACLIP). Archive and Records Association for Foundation Member (FMARA) Base Location :
Poole Hospital with occasional cross site working at Royal Bournemouth Hospital when required.

Interview Date : TBC

Main duties of the job Whilst studying on your Apprenticeship, your day‑to‑day duties will include :

• Supporting library users in general enquiries, book loans, accessing online content, journals, eBooks, eDocs and archives
• Market library services and events to support the promotion of health literacy amongst the general public and hospital patients
• Support NHS staff to develop their skills and knowledge in researching, gathering information, and applying evidence‑based knowledge to their clinical practice
• Provide library inductions and orientations
• Responsible for library administration, data entry, cataloguing, archiving, loan database management, email, telephone and face‑to‑face enquiries
• Be a first point of contact for library users
• Responsible for ensuring the library areas remain a pleasant, safe and inclusive space for all users
• Close working relationships with the librarians to support service improvements, projects and events
• Support the team in stock and catalogue maintenance, turnover, data accuracy and inter‑library loans
• Self‑directed study to complete the Apprenticeship Programme within the 18‑month timeline, ensuring assignments and portfolios are submitted on time, and to a high quality
• Attend regular reviews with your line manager and Apprenticeship Tutor

Working for our organisation Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other.

The Knowledge and Library Service is a large, supportive team providing services across East Dorset.

As part of the wider Education and Training Team, there are two physical library spaces across UHD:
Poole Hospital, Royal Bournemouth Hospital. Our outreach programmes also expand to events and visiting library services in public libraries across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole and in our satellite hospital in Christchurch.

The Knowledge and Library Services Team is well established and encourages life‑long learning.

This is a full‑time position.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

For UHD employees, this fixed‑term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust’s Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities. The ideal applicant will be organised, practical and have a logical mind. Attention to detail is fundamental to the role and you will be supported to grow these skills as part of your training. We are looking for an individual who is forward thinking, looking to initiate a career in librarianship, has a thirst for imparting and sharing knowledge with others with a kind and compassionate approach.

Our commitment to you :

• Full induction programme
• Twice weekly team huddles
• Monthly one‑to‑one reviews with your line manager
• Monthly Education and Training meetings
• Three‑monthly reviews with your line manager and tutor
• Protected study leave (one day per week)
• Fully funded tuition fees
• Personal Development Plan and annual Appraisal