Apprentice Library Assistant | Library Services | Full time | Lytham St Annes
Apprentice Library Assistant | Library Services | Full time | Lytham St Annes
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Salary 12.21 Per hour Fixed Term Full Time until 18/07/2027 37 hours per week St Annes Library
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Library Service: Library Apprentice
St Annes Library Lancashire
Do you have a passion for reading and a desire to share this with a wide range of customersIf so we have an ideal opportunity for you!
We are currently recruiting
A Library Apprenticeto work at St Annes Library. This is a temporary 2-year role and you will work an average of 37 hours per week which will include some evenings and weekends over a two-week rota (see attached rota)
LancashireLibraries are a vital service that provide spaces where people can feel safe and secure where generations of all ages can meet freely in a public place and where learning can be encouraged.
Lancashire libraries aim to provide access for everyone to quality resources knowledgeable and customer-focused staff and a welcoming library space.
Your new role
We are looking for an enthusiastic customer focussed and digitally savvy individual to work within our team. Our ideal person will be welcoming and friendlyhave a love for reading and be passionate about sharing this. You will have excellent communication and digital skills be able to work with a range of partners and volunteers and be able to deliver a customer focused service.
As an apprentice you will work with a team in offering a high-quality library and information service and you will support the planning and the delivery of a diverse range of events and activities. You will support and encourage customers to access online information and resources for example accessing free eBooks and newspaper apps or helping someone find reliable information such as applying for a passport.
Apprentices will have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge about the Library Service and receive appropriate training and support to assist in the provision of an efficient and effective library will work towards gaining the work-based in Library information and archive services assistant / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Educationin a timely manner.
Sometimes you will need to work at other locations and the role may involve some lone working.
What we can offer you
Benefits: You will have access to a local government pension 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays. You will also have access to an Employee Assistance Program a credit union counselling services enhancements for working weekend hours discounts on phone contracts gym and lots more!
Development: We really support our teams and encourage them to develop their skills in a supportive and inclusive environment so therell be options for additional training qualifications and opportunities to progress if you wish youll feel valued at work and be part of a team of like-minded people and managers who can provide advice and guidance whilst sharing their experiences and helping you build your own
Inclusivity: We are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our aim is to ensure that everyone is equally valued and respected and where individual differences are celebrated. To support this we would especially welcome applications from those from a diverse background who would enhance our service by joining us and we have some great support groups and forums available that are open to everyone.
How to apply
We encourage all applicants to visit any Lancashire Library to see what is on offer.
For more information about the role please contact Anna Haywood on.
Before submitting your application please make sure you have given good examples of how you meet the criteria detailed on the job description and person specification (see attached).
We reserve the right to close a vacancy early and before the closing date if we receive sufficient applications.
Job Description and Person Specification
Employment Type
Full-Time
