At a Glance
- Tasks: Support library services and assist customers with digital resources and enquiries.
- Company: North Yorkshire Council, dedicated to delivering inclusive services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, part-time hours, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Flexible part-time role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a difference in your community through library services.
- Qualifications: Customer-focused attitude, strong communication skills, and basic ICT knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 25621 - 25989 £ per year.
Grade: CD
Salary: £25,621 - £25,989 per annum, pro rata
Vacancy Hours: 15 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent, Part Time
Location: Library HQ, 21 Grammar School Lane, Northallerton DL6 1DF
Are you customer-focussed, have a passion for working with people and an interest in library services and digital resources? Based in the Bibliographic Services department at Library HQ in Northallerton you will support the delivery of frontline library and information services, working alongside staff and volunteers, to ensure a high-quality service.
You will cover a wide range of duties in relation to stock acquisitions, answering enquiries from customers by email and phone (including assisting customers to access online information and resources), library management system reports and performance databases. You will be passionate about reading, have excellent communication skills, the ability to work within a team including volunteers, the ability to deliver a customer-focussed service and have literacy, numeracy and ICT equivalent to Level 2.
Please note this role involves some manual handling.
If you would like more information please email jenny.sunderland@northyorks.gov.uk or sarah.hammond@northyorks.gov.uk or phone 01609 533878.
Key Dates:
- Closing Date: 25th August 2026
- Interview Date: 10th September 2026
North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions, we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Library Assistant - Bibliographic Services in Northallerton employer: North Yorkshire County Council
North Yorkshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusion while providing meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth. With hybrid working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous pension scheme and employee discounts, you will be empowered to make a positive impact on public services in Northallerton and beyond.
Contact Details:
North Yorkshire County Council Recruitment Team
