At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with the community and deliver exciting library events for all ages.
- Company: Brent Libraries, a vibrant hub serving a diverse community.
- Benefits: Generous leave, flexible working, and great health support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while sharing your love for books.
- Qualifications: Passion for libraries, strong people skills, and creativity in event planning.
Salary range: £30,717 – £32,070 (pro rata) per annum, inclusive of London weighting.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 21 hours per week (Part‑time contract) or 36 hours per week (Full‑time contract).
Location: Brent Libraries
Brent Libraries serve a diverse and dynamic community across the borough, offering a wide range of library services in refurbished facilities. The Library & Outreach Assistant supports the delivery of high‑quality, customer‑focused services and plays a key role in engaging residents at the library floor and within the wider community.
Responsibilities
- Handle a wide range of library enquiries and effectively signpost residents and customers to relevant council departments and external organisations.
- Design and deliver engaging events and activities for children, adults and families, including class visits, children’s sessions and programmes for all age groups.
- Promote the full range of library services through outreach initiatives and community engagement.
- Maintain and enhance the library’s physical and digital collections, including community‑led stock.
- Support services such as housebound provision and ensure all customers are aware of and can access the breadth of services available.
- Work pro‑actively in the community, extending the reach of the library to new audiences.
Qualifications and Attributes
- Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for working in the library sector.
- Confidence in promoting library services and delivering excellent customer service to a diverse range of users.
- Front‑facing role; actively visible on the library floor with a welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Capability to design, lead and deliver engaging events and activities, ensuring inclusivity and creativity.
- Passion for books and reading, inspiring a love of reading among users.
- Desirable experience in customer service and confidence in using ICT.
- Experience with children and families is highly desirable.
- Ability to contribute to promotional activities and events to increase library engagement.
- Flexibility to work regular evenings and weekends is required.
Benefits
- Up to 33 days annual leave (depending on length of service) plus bank holidays.
- Excellent pension with generous employer contributions (LGPS).
- Hybrid and flexible working options available for most roles.
- Supportive family‑friendly policies for parents, guardians and carers.
- Health and wellbeing support, including eye‑testing support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Financial support such as education sessions, childcare deposit loans and season ticket loans.
- Travel perks including affordable parking, a Cycle‑to‑Work scheme and great onsite facilities.
- Learning and development opportunities to help you grow your career.
- Access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure and entertainment.
Diversity and Equality
Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We encourage applications from all sections of the community and invite applicants to self‑identify their characteristics in the diversity survey. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding, promote the welfare of children and young people, and require an Enhanced DBS check for posts involving vulnerable groups.
Closing date: Sunday 12 July 2026
Library and Outreach Assistant employer: Brent Council
Brent Libraries is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises community engagement and inclusivity. With generous benefits such as up to 33 days of annual leave, excellent pension contributions, and flexible working options, employees are supported in both their professional and personal lives. The organisation fosters growth through learning opportunities and values diversity, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about library services and community outreach.
