Library Learning Facilitator in Bradford

We are looking for a Library Learning Facilitator to join our Learning, Teaching and Innovation department. Based mainly in the David Hockney Library but willing to work at our two other sites, Library Learning Facilitators provide front line support to learners and staff in the access and use of learning resources, including finding books and journals, using laptops and booking study rooms. The post holder is expected to work effectively with minimum supervision, using initiative, but referring matters of policy or non-routine issues for guidance. This post also includes an Acquisitions role.

Main responsibilities include:

• Supports library users in the access and use of learning materials. This includes finding books, demonstrating the library catalogue, managing book requests, finding journals, booking study rooms and helping with laptop loans.
• Shows excellent customer service to all students and staff, ensuring the library is inclusive and welcoming.
• Ensures a welcoming library through shelving, tidying, and processing stock, creating guides and signage, and other administrative duties.
• Manages behaviour and maintains a safe and secure working environment.
• Uses and updates the online systems used to support the Library service.
• Contributes to the collection of usage statistics.
• Mentors or trains new staff or work experience students where appropriate.
• Demonstrates teamwork and knowledge sharing, contributing to shared meetings and project groups.
• Contributes to library-led sessions including reading groups and skills sessions run in and outside of the library.
• Is responsible for security and disposal of paper and electronic information, some of which is confidential, in line with GDPR Regulations.
• Supports and contributes to the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to all aspects of the Library.
• Participates in appraisal and takes responsibility for their own continuous professional development as appropriate to the post.
• Promotes the work of and vision of the Library and College internally and externally.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training:

• GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths & English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale.
• CILIP Library Qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Experience:

• Experience of working in a customer focused environment.
• Experience of using databases, internet and e-mail.
• Demonstrably high level of customer service skills.
• Ability to lift, carry and reorganise stock.
• Experience working in a library or education setting is desirable but not essential.

For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised. Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays.
• Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure.
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally.
• Free sports and gym facilities.
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space.
• Confidential employee assistance service and on‑site mental health first aiders.
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback.
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts.
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student‑led Signature Spa.
• On‑site dining facilities, including our award‑winning Grove restaurant.
• A host of training development opportunities.
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025.
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.