Information Resource Technologist

Proposed Interview Date: Tuesday 2ndJune 2026

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Kindly note that we do not accept CVs, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements. All applications must be submitted via the link provided only.

Derby College Group (DCG) are recruiting a part time Information Resource Technologist to join our Libraries team. This is a great opportunity to provide an excellent customer experience to library users, including students and staff. This role will be based at the Roundhouse and Broomfield with the requirement to work at the other sites (Joseph Wright Centre and Ilkeston) on occasion and during initial training.

The Opportunity

In this varied and rewarding role, you will work closely with our dedicated team of Information Resource Technologists to deliver high-quality support to both students and staff. You will help students access appropriate information sources, staff the enquiry counter, provide basic IT support, and deliver workshops and training sessions on library services. You will also work in partnership with curriculum staff to ensure that library resources effectively support teaching and learning across the College.

About you

You will have strong customer service skills and experience of working effectively in a fast-paced environment. You will be highly organised, with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. A Level 2 qualification in Administration or Customer Service would be desirable; however, if you do not currently hold this, the College can support you to achieve it. It is essential that you hold Level 2 qualifications in both Maths and English.

The Benefits

• Salary of£24,989 per annum pro rata, actual salary £21,563 per annum
• 34 days holiday pro rata (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 19.9% employer contribution
• Discount at our Ofsted rated Outstanding onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuousdevelopment and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

If you require visa sponsorship

Please note that unfortunately, this role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult theHome Office websitefor further information.

Recruitment Agencies– We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.

For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities and the person specification, please click on the Apply link below.

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