Library and Digital Support Lead

Library and Digital Support Lead
Hours;
Full time (37 hours each week, all year-round)
Duration;
Temporary until January 2028
Salary; £32,515 a year + benefits
Location;
Rotherham College, Rotherham
Apply by: 23/11/2026
About the Role
In 2026, our libraries are more than just book repositories; they are dynamic, multi-media learning environments. We are seeking a proactive, tech-fluent Library and Digital Support Lead to manage our physical and digital learning spaces at our Rotherham College campus, empowering students to become confident, independent learners.
As the Library and Digital Support Lead, you will bridge the gap between traditional library management and frontline digital support. Reporting directly to the Head of AI & Digital Innovation, you will ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of our campus libraries while collaborating closely with the Digital Hub team to create a seamless, unified student support experience.
This is a frontline leadership role where you will lead by example on our desks, act as a senior point of digital expertise, and oversee the daily workflows and staffing rotas for Learning Resource Coordinators. If you are a highly efficient administrator with advanced digital proficiency, a calm demeanour under pressure, and the confidence to make positive decisions in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Frontline Leadership & Supervision:
Oversee the daily operations of the library space, managing staffing rotas and coordinating the work of Learning Resource Coordinators.
 
* Unified Digital & Hub Support:
Partner closely with the Digital Hub team to provide hands-on tech assistance. Serve as a senior expert in guiding students and staff through Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, printing, and digital research tools.
 
* Induction & Onboarding:
Lead the design and delivery of engaging induction programs to ensure new students and staff are confident navigating our physical collections, VLE platforms, and study spaces.
 
* Resource Management & LMS:
Utilise the Library Management System (LMS) effectively for the cataloguing, circulation, and meticulous organisation of all paper-based and digital resources.
 
* Collection Development & Budgeting:
Manage the full lifecycle of library materials; from identifying curriculum requirements and collaborating with academic staff to ordering new media and managing associated budgets.
 
* Direct Student

Coaching:

Lead 1-to-1 support sessions and drop-in help desks to assist students in retrieving resources, evaluating data, and mastering basic IT literacy.
 
* Environment Stewardship:
Maintain a welcoming, productive, and safe independent learning environment by confidently managing student behaviour and noise levels.
 
* Strategic Service Evolution:
Take an active role in Library Service planning, incorporating emerging digital assets to ensure the library remains a modern, essential hub for academic success.

Skills and Qualifications
 
* We are looking for a reliable, highly organised leader who uses their professional credibility to build strong relationships with curriculum staff and students alike.
 
* Library & Digital Literacy:
Proven experience using Library Management Systems (LMS) alongside advanced proficiency in modern digital platforms (Microsoft 365, Google Apps, and online databases).
 
* Supervisory

Experience:

Track record of managing small teams, handling workflows, and organising staffing rotas in a customer-facing or educational setting.
 
* Student-Centric Approach:
Passionate about student success, with the patience and communication skills required to coach individuals with varying levels of digital literacy.
 
* Resourcefulness: A proactive worker who can manage procurement,…