Library Support Officer in Brough

Do you have a passion for books, resources, and helping others access knowledge? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and organised Library Support Officer to join our vibrant team! If you love working in a dynamic environment, supporting students and staff with their information needs, and ensuring our library runs smoothly, this is the perfect role for you. Bring your passion for learning, excellent organisational skills, and commitment to supporting education to help create a welcoming and efficient library experience!

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Humber, working as a Library Support Officer. This role is offered on a permanent, part-time basis, working 18.5 hours per week.

HMP Humber Prison is a Category C men’s prison located in Everthorpe, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Designed to house inmates from various backgrounds, Humber Prison provides a structured environment aimed at rehabilitation and re‑integration into society. The team’s aim is to create an environment in which staff and prisoners feel safe at all times. The prison’s mission is to provide a secure, safe, and rehabilitative environment that encourages positive change and prepares inmates for a successful reintegration into society.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• To hold Level 3 Library and Information Services qualification or be willing to work towards achieving within an agreed timescale
• To hold Level 2 qualifications in literacy, numeracy
• Experience of working in a customer facing role
• High Attention to detail
• Effective communication & inter-personal skills
• IT skills, working with Microsoft Office and/or management data systems
• Logical and organised

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (Pro Rata)
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week (Pro Rata)
• Significant Pension contributions
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.