Join our dynamic and friendly team at a Library in North London as a Temporary Librarian!
Company Description:
South Library is a vibrant and inclusive community hub, providing a range of services and resources for our diverse local population.
Job Title: Temporary Librarian
Industry: Library
Contract Type: Temporary
Working Pattern: Part Time
Hourly Rate: £19.05 - £24.95
Contract Length: 3 months with the view of extension
Times: Working between the hours of 9am & 8pm - working two late nights per week and alternate Saturdays.
Example: Week 1 Monday 9-8, Wednesday 9-8 and Friday 1-5 (23 hrs) Week 2 Monday 9-8, Wednesday 9-8, Friday 1-5 and Saturday 9-5 (30 hrs)
Responsibilities:
- Act as the lead officer in charge of a service point or library, ensuring exceptional service delivery in lending services, ICT, information, and learning.
- Oversee reader development work and promotional activities, including U5 sessions, Baby Bounce, and author events.
- Manage a service point and take responsibility for stock selection, maintenance, and promotion.
- Participate in the recruitment and performance management of staff, including training, appraisals, and team briefings.
- Produce reports, correspondence, and statistics, as well as perform clerical and administrative duties as necessary.
- Assist in managing and monitoring devolved budgets for relevant service points.
- Contribute to the planning, monitoring, promoting, and developing of library and information services to the public.
- Utilise information technology systems efficiently and effectively to carry out duties.
- Achieve agreed service outcomes and personal appraisal targets.
- Undertake training and actively participate in meetings and events to improve communication and professional development.
- Provide excellent customer service in line with the Council's commitment to customer service excellence and customer care standards.
- Demonstrate the Council's core values of public service, quality, equality, and empowerment in all duties.
- Ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and other relevant legislation.
- Adhere to the Council's Health and Safety Policy and relevant health and safety legislation.
- Uphold the Council's Dignity for all Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy.
Requirements:
- Experience managing a team, supervising staff, and looking after premises.
- Strong IT skills and proficiency in library management systems.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Passionate about promoting reading and learning to the community.
We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a positive impact on our community.
If you are a motivated Librarian who is eager to contribute to an exceptional library service, apply now! We look forward to welcoming you to our team at South Library.
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