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We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Librarian to join our team at our Redbridge campus, with occasional work at our nearby campuses of Epping and Ilford. The successful candidate will assist and support learners and staff in their use of the Learning Resources Centre, ensuring efficient management and organisation of facilities and services. This role also involves collection management and supporting the Campus Library Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality customer care to students and staff as part of a front-line service.
• Operate the library management system for user registration, borrowing, and returns.
• Supervise students and promote a conducive learning environment.
• Participate in the delivery of digital and information literacy training.
• Manage collection development, including acquisition, cataloguing, and classification of print and digital materials.
• Promote the use of print and online learning materials to staff and students.

Who You Are:

You will be a library professional holding either graduate or postgraduate library and information qualifications or a CILIP-recognised qualification. You will have experience in front-line service delivery in a library or information service, a strong customer focus, patience, and communication skills, with the ability to manage your own workload and enjoy working with young people and adults in a busy, varied environment.

Good IT skills are essential as you will be supporting students\’ computer use in addition to meeting their reading and information needs. User education experience is also essential. You need to be passionate about delivering a high-quality service and have the flexibility, creativity, and imagination to engage every learner and encourage them to succeed.

You will be capable of working both as part of a team and independently and be committed to delivering equality, diversity, and safeguarding policies.

We serve a culturally and socially diverse community and offer a wide variety of courses including Access to HE, ESOL, creative and performing arts, business, and SEND. This role is particularly suited to someone with experience gained in an education library.

What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff. Support staff fall under the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.
• Technology Access: Office 365 and Adobe Suite available for personal devices.

The closing date is a guide only. We may close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received. It is advisable to submit your application early to avoid disappointment.

About New City College:

New City College is a sector-leading college group with campuses spanning east London and south-west Essex, including two language schools. Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, dynamic team committed to delivering first-class education and skills for our students and communities.

Our environment boasts industry-standard facilities and equipment, expert staff, and partnerships with high-profile organisations, preparing students for higher education or successful careers. We focus on the skills and technology needed for future jobs, ensuring regional and national employers turn to us for staff training and development.

With a 7-college merger and extensive expertise, we are at the forefront of further education in the UK, offering sixth form education, adult skills, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL, and SEND. With a turnover of £130m, 20,000 students, and 2,000 staff, we are one of the most influential FE organisations nationally.

We are proud of our inclusive and diverse community. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards racism and discrimination. We are committed to investing in our staff and resources to provide a distinctive, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of students and employers and prepares local people for their futures.

As the College supports children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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