Area Librarian in Neath

We are currently seeking a professionally qualified individual to join our team as an Area Librarian. The role will be based in Neath Library and will be part of a team of specialists responsible for developing and implementing projects and initiatives to improve services for the residents. As a member of the senior library team you will have the opportunity to inspire, shape and create the best service we can deliver, giving a sense of job satisfaction and fulfilment.

As an Area Librarian for Neath you will have specific responsibility to manage the digital resources offered by the service, including the administration and supervision of the Library Management System, Netloan and digital assets in community run libraries. You will be required to manage and lead daily operations, staff and resources in libraries across the Neath area, providing the effective day-to-day operation of frontline services.

About you, do you have:

• Considerable knowledge of, and a passion for working in a public library environment
• A professional Library Qualification to degree level or above
• Significant relevant experience in a professional library role
• Experience of project management and delivery
• Experience of supervising and motivating staff

About us: We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need. Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 15.3% employer pension contribution
• Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.

Neath Port Talbot Council is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children, young people and vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing. The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Welsh Language Requirements: Welsh Language skills are desirable but not essential to the post. Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, or have been made redundant in 2024, Neath Port Talbot Council is offering a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council. Please note that applicants must meet all the essential criteria, as shown in the person specification, to qualify for a guaranteed interview. If you are or going to be affected by the job losses at Tata Steel then we would welcome an application from you. Just make it known on your application form that you are currently at risk of redundancy or you have been made redundant.