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Part Time Library Assistant - HMP Fosse Way
| Posting date: | 31 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | £13,980.00 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | 13980 - 13980 |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 August 2024 |
| Location: | Leicester, LE18 4WS |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JUL20243928 |
Summary
PART TIME LIBRARY ASSISTANT
Location: HMP Fosse Way, Tigers Road, Wigston, Leicester, LE18 4WSHours: 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (Proposed working pattern Weds/Thurs/Fri)
Flexible Working: We welcome applications from those seeking flexible hoursApprenticeships: Development opportunities are available
Salary: Up to £13,980 pro rata (£23,300 FTE) - Dependent on experienceReporting To: Senior Library Assistant
IN SHORT
Milton Keynes College have an exciting opportunity for a part time Library Assistant to be involved in delivering library and learning resource services to residents at HMP Fosse Way, Leicester. The working hours for this role would be Wednesday and Thursday 11.00 - 19.30 and Friday 08.10 - 16.40.
The role as Library Assistant has several key elements which include developing a high-quality library service within the prison, supporting and developing activities with partner agencies - such as the Shannon Trust “Turning Pages” scheme, Reading Ahead, and selecting and acquiring library resources in consultation with colleagues and users to enable a vibrant provision.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to assist in the day-to-day running of the prison library. If you possess excellent communication and organisational skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to promote reading to learners and provide a high standard of service to all library users.
MK College will treat all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability or any other individual characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from people with backgrounds which are currently under-represented within Milton Keynes College. All offers made to successful candidates are subject to satisfactory outcomes to a range of pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In addition, security clearance is required for all prison services positions up to Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level.
OUR BENEFITS
25 days annual leave, 3 additional company closure days and UK Bank Holidays (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)
Generous Pension Scheme
Professional development opportunities, including professional qualifications
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per year
A variety of amazing discounts with NUS Card and our reward and recognition platform Encore
Employee wellbeing platform
Free on-site parking
ABOUT HMP FOSSE WAY
HMP Fosse Way is a brand new, purpose built Resettlement Prison based in the Glen Parva area of Leicester. The prison is operated by Serco with Milton Keynes College as their strategic education provider. We are recruiting for talented and creative professionals to join the new Education team based in the prison, with education being delivered Mon-Fri between 8:10-16:40.
Due to HMP Fosse Way being brand new, education staff benefit from working in a new prison with up to date facilities, new resources and equipment. You are able to access the prison gym free of charge, as well as free lunch being available to staff on site.
Location: HMP Fosse Way, Tigers Road, Wigston, Leicester, LE18 4WSHours: 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (Proposed working pattern Weds/Thurs/Fri)
Flexible Working: We welcome applications from those seeking flexible hoursApprenticeships: Development opportunities are available
Salary: Up to £13,980 pro rata (£23,300 FTE) - Dependent on experienceReporting To: Senior Library Assistant
IN SHORT
Milton Keynes College have an exciting opportunity for a part time Library Assistant to be involved in delivering library and learning resource services to residents at HMP Fosse Way, Leicester. The working hours for this role would be Wednesday and Thursday 11.00 - 19.30 and Friday 08.10 - 16.40.
The role as Library Assistant has several key elements which include developing a high-quality library service within the prison, supporting and developing activities with partner agencies - such as the Shannon Trust “Turning Pages” scheme, Reading Ahead, and selecting and acquiring library resources in consultation with colleagues and users to enable a vibrant provision.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to assist in the day-to-day running of the prison library. If you possess excellent communication and organisational skills, this is a fantastic opportunity to promote reading to learners and provide a high standard of service to all library users.
MK College will treat all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability or any other individual characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from people with backgrounds which are currently under-represented within Milton Keynes College. All offers made to successful candidates are subject to satisfactory outcomes to a range of pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In addition, security clearance is required for all prison services positions up to Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level.
OUR BENEFITS
25 days annual leave, 3 additional company closure days and UK Bank Holidays (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)
Generous Pension Scheme
Professional development opportunities, including professional qualifications
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per year
A variety of amazing discounts with NUS Card and our reward and recognition platform Encore
Employee wellbeing platform
Free on-site parking
ABOUT HMP FOSSE WAY
HMP Fosse Way is a brand new, purpose built Resettlement Prison based in the Glen Parva area of Leicester. The prison is operated by Serco with Milton Keynes College as their strategic education provider. We are recruiting for talented and creative professionals to join the new Education team based in the prison, with education being delivered Mon-Fri between 8:10-16:40.
Due to HMP Fosse Way being brand new, education staff benefit from working in a new prison with up to date facilities, new resources and equipment. You are able to access the prison gym free of charge, as well as free lunch being available to staff on site.