Reading and Development Coordinator
| Posting date: | 05 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,584.00 to £27,269.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 August 2025 |
| Location: | Halifax, West Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Calderdale Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CC482 |
Summary
Calderdale Libraries is seeking a motivated and organised Reading and Development Coordinator to play a key role in supporting and delivering high-quality library services for children and families across the borough.
You will work within the Reading and Development Team, which leads on the delivery of programmes that promote reading for pleasure, learning, and engagement. The successful candidate will coordinate and supervise administrative, operational and technical support within the team, while also supporting frontline delivery and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
· Coordinate and supervise day-to-day administrative and operational support across the Reading and Development Team.
· Act as the first point of contact for the team, providing a professional, accessible and customer-focused service to internal colleagues, partners, schools and families.
· Support the planning and delivery of reading and engagement activities for children and families in libraries, schools, and community settings.
· Participate in the delivery of events and activities for children and families.
· Ensure that resources, venues, and staff support are in place for successful service delivery.
· Maintain accurate records, prepare reports and monitor project progress as required.
· Contribute to the smooth running of seasonal programmes, including the Summer Reading Challenge, school visits, and outreach events.
We're looking for someone who
· Has strong organisational and administrative skills, with experience coordinating support for a busy team.
· Communicates clearly and professionally with a wide range of people, including families, schools, and colleagues.
· Is confident using IT systems and managing data or project tracking.
· Has experience working in a customer-facing environment.
· Is proactive, adaptable, and able to support both planning and delivery.
· Is passionate about delivering inclusive, high-quality services for children and families.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Monday 25th August 2025
Interview Date: 12th September 2025
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
You will work within the Reading and Development Team, which leads on the delivery of programmes that promote reading for pleasure, learning, and engagement. The successful candidate will coordinate and supervise administrative, operational and technical support within the team, while also supporting frontline delivery and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
· Coordinate and supervise day-to-day administrative and operational support across the Reading and Development Team.
· Act as the first point of contact for the team, providing a professional, accessible and customer-focused service to internal colleagues, partners, schools and families.
· Support the planning and delivery of reading and engagement activities for children and families in libraries, schools, and community settings.
· Participate in the delivery of events and activities for children and families.
· Ensure that resources, venues, and staff support are in place for successful service delivery.
· Maintain accurate records, prepare reports and monitor project progress as required.
· Contribute to the smooth running of seasonal programmes, including the Summer Reading Challenge, school visits, and outreach events.
We're looking for someone who
· Has strong organisational and administrative skills, with experience coordinating support for a busy team.
· Communicates clearly and professionally with a wide range of people, including families, schools, and colleagues.
· Is confident using IT systems and managing data or project tracking.
· Has experience working in a customer-facing environment.
· Is proactive, adaptable, and able to support both planning and delivery.
· Is passionate about delivering inclusive, high-quality services for children and families.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Monday 25th August 2025
Interview Date: 12th September 2025
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
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