Liverpool Hope University is seeking to appoint a Library Assistant to join our welcoming and inclusive Acquisitions team in the university library.
In addition to providing key customer support to students in the library, the role will support essential acquisitions activities including the handling of new materials and maintaining the existing holdings. Other tasks to support the provision of students with the resources and service they need will include handling inter-library loans, reservations, shelving and stock moves. As part of the team, the Library Assistant will support activities to deliver, maintain and develop library services to support the teaching, learning and research activities of the University.
We’re seeking individuals with initiative, team-working skills and a good approach to communication. The successful candidate will have experience in customer service, of working in an office environment, and strong IT skills.
For more information, please download the Recruitment Pack.
Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Annabelle Nye nyea@hope.ac.uk
PLEASE NOTE: This post has a 40 application limit so may close earlier than the advertised closing date if the limit is reached sooner.
Role Specification
Role: Library Assistant
Ref: 4ALIS2
Contract: Fixed term (12 months)
Work pattern: Full time
Closing Date: 14 August 2026 at 9.00am
(or when 40 application limit is reached if sooner)
Library Assistant in Liverpool employer: AMOSSHE National Office
Liverpool Hope University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises inclusion and social justice in education. As a Senior Lecturer & BA Lead, you will benefit from professional development opportunities, collaborative partnerships with local schools, and a supportive environment that values your contributions to shaping future educators. Located in the heart of Liverpool, the university provides a dynamic setting for meaningful and rewarding employment.
