Peripatetic Library Support Officer
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.90 to £14.82 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 March 2026 |
| Location: | Penarth, CF64 3EA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LS00451 |
Summary
About us
Libraries in the Vale of Glamorgan provide a wide range of services to library users through activities, training and events, free access to the internet and information, hire of rooms, work with partners, a wealth of local studies materials and of course the loan of books, audio books, eMagazines and DVDs.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 5, SCP 8-12, £26,824 - £28,598 Pro Rata £13.90 - £14.82 Per Hour
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 37 hours a week
Main Place of Work: Penarth Library – Sully, Wenvoe and Dinas Powys
Description:
he Vale of Glamorgan Library Service supports five Community Libraries that are run by volunteers. The post involves supporting the volunteers in the day to day running of the Community Libraries in Sully, Wenvoe and Dinas Powys and resolving routine issues as they occur. The post will also involve providing training for volunteers in the day-to-day processes and procedures necessary for the smooth working of the Community Library and acting as point of contact between the Community Library and the Vale of Glamorgan Library Service.
About you
You will need:
• Good knowledge of books and other library resources
• Confident in using ICT and electronic resources and assisting and training others in their use
• Good working knowledge of current library systems, practices and procedure
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A-C, including English or NVQ level 2 in Library & Information Services or at least 3 years working in a library
• Ability to drive/travel throughout the Vale or between locations as appropriate
Additional information
DBS Check Required: Enhanced Barred Children
For Further Information, contact: Jordan Forse, Libraries and Cultural Services Manager, jforse@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
Libraries in the Vale of Glamorgan provide a wide range of services to library users through activities, training and events, free access to the internet and information, hire of rooms, work with partners, a wealth of local studies materials and of course the loan of books, audio books, eMagazines and DVDs.
Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.
Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.
Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.
Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
About the role
Pay Details: Grade 5, SCP 8-12, £26,824 - £28,598 Pro Rata £13.90 - £14.82 Per Hour
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 37 hours a week
Main Place of Work: Penarth Library – Sully, Wenvoe and Dinas Powys
Description:
he Vale of Glamorgan Library Service supports five Community Libraries that are run by volunteers. The post involves supporting the volunteers in the day to day running of the Community Libraries in Sully, Wenvoe and Dinas Powys and resolving routine issues as they occur. The post will also involve providing training for volunteers in the day-to-day processes and procedures necessary for the smooth working of the Community Library and acting as point of contact between the Community Library and the Vale of Glamorgan Library Service.
About you
You will need:
• Good knowledge of books and other library resources
• Confident in using ICT and electronic resources and assisting and training others in their use
• Good working knowledge of current library systems, practices and procedure
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A-C, including English or NVQ level 2 in Library & Information Services or at least 3 years working in a library
• Ability to drive/travel throughout the Vale or between locations as appropriate
Additional information
DBS Check Required: Enhanced Barred Children
For Further Information, contact: Jordan Forse, Libraries and Cultural Services Manager, jforse@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
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