Library Support Assistant

Salary:25185 - 25583 pro rata

Hours per week:24 hours

Interview date:Tuesday 02 June 2026

Wiltshire Libraries are welcoming and inclusive spaces supporting the people of Wiltshire to live full healthy and enriched lives.A network of3 mobileand 30 static librariesandonline resources enable residents to access booksinformation digital services develop skills and engage in cultural activity.

Library Support Assistantsplay a vital part in helping Wiltshire Libraries deliver inclusive communityfocused services that promote reading skills development wellbeing and equal access for all. The role responsibilities include efficient processing of stock managing data creating promotional materials sorting post and deliveries and carrying out key operational tasks that enable libraries to meet customer needs support local enterprise and deliver the ambitions of the Library Strategy at the heart of each community.

Library Support Assistants receipt and process library stock source and prepare items for Inter-Library loan requests deal with errors damaged items and replacements complete invoices and prepare additional stock for library use. They communicate with staff suppliers customers contractors and volunteers so clear professional communication both verbally and written is also collateverifyand prepare data for entry into systems such as our Library Management System.

If you are a team player with awarmwelcoming demeanourandclearconcise communication skills and an excellent eye for detail apply tomake a difference to the local community!

You must have atleast five GCSEs including Englishand Mathsat grade A-C or equivalent andgood useof experience is not essential as we will train you in all aspects of library work.

Work pattern for this role is:Tuesday 9:00am12:00pm Wednesday to Friday 9:00am5:00pm. The nature of this role means that all hours are office based.

Why us

Wiltshire Council is a friendly welcoming place to work with a One Council ethos. Find out more about Our Identity staff networks and employee benefitshere.

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace and customerfacing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged supported and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination bullying or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion dignity trust and respect guided by our vision and Our Identity.

Contact details

Jo Weller LibrarySupervisor or call0

Jessica Phillips Stock and Resources Manager or call

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Application criteria

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We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services.

Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion

Disability Confident Employer

Application process

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Submission of unsolicited CVs or candidate details to the Council whether directly or to individual employees will not be considered as an introduction and will not create any obligation on the Council to pay any fees. If a candidate whose details have been submitted speculatively is subsequently appointed through a compliant route no agency fee will be payable in respect of the unsolicited submission.

Agencies wishing to work with the Council must do so only via our approved procurement processes and neutral vendor arrangements.