At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead library services and manage a dynamic team across multiple locations.
- Company: Join OnFife, a community-focused organisation dedicated to delivering quality services.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with evening and weekend shifts required.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in managing teams and delivering customer-focused services is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40582 - 49600 £ per year.
Organisation: OnFife
Location: Templehall Library which is based in Templehall Community Hub, Kirkcaldy
Due to an internal development opportunity for the current post holder, an opening has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join us as an Assistant Area Manager. The post is responsible for the operational leadership and delivery of library services and associated activities across our Templehall cluster (Templehall, Buckhaven, Cadham, Kennoway and Leslie libraries).
Leading a geographically dispersed team, you will ensure consistent, high-quality, customer-focused services that meet community needs and organisational priorities. The role includes direct responsibility for staffing, performance and compliance across the cluster, with line management responsibilities. You will lead effective workforce planning, drive service performance, and ensure safe, well-managed environments, maintaining a visible leadership presence across sites with regular evening and weekend working as part of the role.
You will bring demonstrable experience of managing services and leading teams within a customer-focused environment. Being organised and outcome-driven, you will be confident in managing operational performance, responding to changing priorities, and ensuring services are delivered efficiently and effectively across multiple locations.
You will have strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and support teams, make informed decisions and manage resources effectively. Experience of performance management, service improvement and working within compliance frameworks is essential, alongside a proactive, solutions-focused approach. You will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, with a clear focus on delivering high standards of service and contributing to continuous improvement.
OnFife is an equal opportunities employer. We are proud to support the Armed Forces community and are committed to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Application Deadline: Thursday 27/08/2026
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Contact Details:
ASVA: Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions Recruitment Team
