Community Neighbourhood Coordinator
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Job Summary
Community Neighbourhood Coordinator
per annum
1 x Permanent position full time 36 hours per week
Newham Libraries is an ambitious library service that plays a pivotal role in improving the quality of life of our residents. The service is well placed within the Council and works closely with Public Health and other services. Key priorities for the service are ensuring that our book stock is representative of and relevant to our communities; encouraging Reading for Pleasure for all; developing our Digital Lending offer; building on our innovative approach to the Summer Reading Challenge; developing our Under 5s offer; and delivering a high quality library offer. There are 10 libraries across the borough delivering a high number of opening hours and a large number of events and activities
The Community Neighbourhood Coordinator is a critical role responsible for the operational management of Libraries and Community Centres within two Community Neighbourhoods in Newham. This includes staff and buildings management health and safety safeguarding and performance management.
The post holder reports to the Neighbourhood Manager and line manages 2 Library Supervisors up to 2 Deputy Library Supervisors and up to 4 Senior Library Assistants / Community Centre Assistants.
The post holder supports the Neighbourhood Manager in monitoring and forecasting relevant neighbourhood cost centres and has delegated budgetary responsibilities.
No two days will be the same so you must be able to think on your feet prioritise your workload and thrive in a busy environment.
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Closing date: 30th January 2026
Additional Information
We are committed to creating an inclusive anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age disability ethnicity faith gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values and you bring the experience and skills we need thats all that matters to us.
The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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About Company
The London Borough of Newham is located only 5 miles east of London. It is well positioned with access to all major networks in London and the south east. It is well connected by public transport with, bus, tube and DLR. When the Crossrail service opens it will call at Custom House ... View more
