Senior Library Assistant
| Posting date: | 22 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.90 to £14.82 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2026 |
| Location: | Penarth, CF64 3EA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Vale of Glamorgan Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LS00470 |
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, £26,992 - £28,598 (Pro Rata)
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 4 days, 25 hours per week
Main Place of Work: Penarth Library
Description: To assist in delivering a friendly and professional library service to the community. This will involve dealing with enquiries, helping out with library activities, and providing support for customers to make use of the library stock, resources and facilities.
About you
You will need:
A confident and outgoing manner with a proactive approach to helping customers
Experience of working with a range of customers or clients
Experience in using online information resources
ECDL or equivalent proof of competence in using computers
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A-C, including English or NVQ level 2
in Library and Information Services.
At least 3 years of experience working in a library
Additional information
DBS Check Required: Enhanced & Barred Both
For Further Information, contact: Rhodri Matthews, Senior Librarian, 02920708438 / rmatthews@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, £26,992 - £28,598 (Pro Rata)
Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 4 days, 25 hours per week
Main Place of Work: Penarth Library
Description: To assist in delivering a friendly and professional library service to the community. This will involve dealing with enquiries, helping out with library activities, and providing support for customers to make use of the library stock, resources and facilities.
About you
You will need:
A confident and outgoing manner with a proactive approach to helping customers
Experience of working with a range of customers or clients
Experience in using online information resources
ECDL or equivalent proof of competence in using computers
Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A-C, including English or NVQ level 2
in Library and Information Services.
At least 3 years of experience working in a library
Additional information
DBS Check Required: Enhanced & Barred Both
For Further Information, contact: Rhodri Matthews, Senior Librarian, 02920708438 / rmatthews@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.
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