Libraries in Manchester

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 Forest Bank, working as a Library Support Worker. This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 40 hours per week.

Who are Novus? Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information: HMP Forest Bank is located in Pendlebury, Salford, Greater Manchester. The prison is a Category B Male Prison that accommodates remand and sentenced offenders. It offers a diverse range of education opportunities and employment support. Individuals can work towards nationally recognised qualifications.

Role Responsibilities: Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details of the role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience: To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Hold a Hidden Difficulties Level 2 or equivalent (or be willing to work towards within an agreed timeframe)
• Hold Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy (or be willing to work towards within an agreed timeframe)
• Proven track record of achieving performance targets
• Demonstrate accurate and timely reporting
• Demonstrate positive team working

Benefits:

• 31 days + 8 bank holidays
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week
• 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.

The closing date for this job advert is 16/03/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!