Assistant Librarian

Chichester College Group have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as an Assistant Librarian at our Chichester College campus . You will join us on a full time, permenant basis and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of GBP24,791 - GBP25,935 per annum.

Are you a qualified Librarian with a passion for digital systems and a commitment to supporting student success?

The Assistant Librarian role:

Chichester College is seeking a full-time Assistant Librarian to join our welcoming and dedicated library team. Based at our campus in the heart of Chichester, you will play a key role in managing and maintaining the Library Management System (LMS), ensuring it operates efficiently to support the delivery of high-quality library services across the college.

Key Responsibilities of our Assistant Librarian :

• Managing the Library Management System and maintain and update the Library course on the College VLE.
• Producing statistics on the use of CCG Libraries online resources.
• Developing and promoting the stock and services of the Library through liaison with curriculum staff in designated areas across the campus.
• Providing front line customer service on the Enquiry and Circulation Desks.
• Assisting in the development, promotion and delivery of induction and information skills programmes both face-to-face and through electronic means.
• Supporting the development and promotion of electronic learning resources; including writing and delivering tutorials and writing information guides.
• Performing other professional duties, including stock acquisition and maintenance, as required.
• Helping provide cover to other Libraries within the College Group as required.

Our ideal Assistant Librarian should have the below skills and experience:

• Education to degree level
• Working within a customer focussed library environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications, including a working knowledge of databases and websites
• Time management skills, organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• A commitment to providing a high standard of service to internal and external customers

Our Staff Benefits:

We have a fantastic range of staff benefits, highly competitive against what is offered by the private sector and other organisations, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme - the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service , plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes - including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies - including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities - including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more - check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

Apply now to join a fantastic team!

Closing date: 1st September

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All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks.

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer.