Branch Librarian
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,152 to £27,323 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Glynneath, Neath |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Neath Port Talbot Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ05052 |
Summary
We are currently looking for an experienced person to join our team. 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 contribute to stock selection and promotion.
- To maintain records and undertake the necessary checks in line with the Health
& Safety of the building
- To develop links with young people organisations and schools to enhance services to children
About you:
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
If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you.
This post is not subject to a DBS check
Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools/employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people/vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.
The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.
Welsh Language skills are not required.
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. Please note that applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview. 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.
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 contribute to stock selection and promotion.
- To maintain records and undertake the necessary checks in line with the Health
& Safety of the building
- To develop links with young people organisations and schools to enhance services to children
About you:
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
If you think that you have the necessary experience and qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you.
This post is not subject to a DBS check
Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our schools/employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and young people/vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.
The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.
Welsh Language skills are not required.
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. Please note that applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview. 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.
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About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.