Branch Librarian

The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient day to day administration and management of the library.

The main duties of the post are;

To supervise the efficient day to day administration and management of the library

Supervision of staff in the library

Routine supervision of IT equipment and services

Contribute to staff training requirements within the library

Contribute formally to discussions on service development especially through engagement with schools and local community groups

To identify growth potential for the library and promote library usage

To contribute to stock selection and promotion

To maintain records and undertake the necessary checks in line with the Health and Safety of the building

To develop links with young people organisations and schools to enhance services to children

To contribute to the implementation of the Authority's policies

To undertake any duties, commensurate with the post and grade, as may be assigned by the Library Services Manager.

You will have experience of professional library work

Experience of supervising and motivating staff

You should have extensive experience of working in public libraries and have excellent oral and written communication skills

Ideally you will have a good standard of education, minimum of 4 GCSE's or equivalent grades A-C which should include English

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans.

In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Applicants must meet the essential criteria for the post to qualify for this. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.

At Team NPT, we all work together to serve the people, communities and businesses of Neath Port Talbot.

We are committed to providing training opportunities and the professional development of all our employees.

We look forward to welcoming you to Team NPT.

GR6 SCP 17 £23,327 to SCP 22 £25,430 PER ANNUM
Package
Generous holiday entitlement, Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme with 22.4% employer contributions, discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure and excellent development opportunities
Contractual hours
30
Basis
Part time
Job category/type
Education and Schools