Library and Digital Assistant (16.5 hours) - Corringham Library
| Posting date: | 19 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £28,344 to £31,719 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 03 July 2025 |
| Location: | Thurrock, Essex, RM17 6SL |
| Company: | Thurrock Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 2507_1750340361 |
Summary
Library and Digital Assistant - Corringham Library
Salary £28,344 - £31,719 per annum pro rata to hours worked
Grade: C
12-Month Fixed Term Contract
16.5 hours per week
Week 1 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Total
OFF 10 - 5 10 - 5 OFF 10 - 5 OFF 18
Week 2 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Total
10 - 5 10 - 5 OFF OFF OFF 10 - 1 15
Library workers provide an essential frontline service ensuring that our customers of all ages get the best from their library service. The ability to work under pressure and to adapt within a constantly changing environment is essential.
You will need to be able to quickly master the varied aspects of library routines, including front line customer care, using the library management system, the self-service machines, handling cash, stock requests and stock procedures. You will also be required to facilitate a variety of groups, including arts and craft sessions, Rhyme Times and Story Times.
To succeed in this role, you must be able to communicate well and demonstrate a mature and professional attitude coupled with an enthusiasm to learn. Previous experience of customer care in a similar environment and good computer skills are essential. The role involves a significant amount of standing, bending and carrying heavy weights. You will need to be able to travel to all of the libraries within Thurrock if cover is required.
You must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings (Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 7.00pm and Saturday between 9am - 1pm)
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is not required for this role.
Advert Closing Date
Redeployment Only: 19th June 2025
Internal and External: 6th July 2025
Interview Date: To be confirmed
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