At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Library Advocacy Team to deliver engaging library services and support community events.
- Company: Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, a vibrant and innovative area in Berkshire.
- Benefits: 32 days annual leave, generous pension scheme, free parking, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for creativity and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while sharing your love for books and digital skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for reading, excellent digital skills, and ability to engage with the public.
The predicted salary is between 30193 - 34104 £ per year.
We are looking for a dynamic, creative individual to join our Library Advocacy Team.
We have a full-time permanent post for a Library Officer primarily based at Maidenhead Library but with a requirement to cover all libraries within the Borough.
The salary is £30,193 - £34,104 per annum.
About Us
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country.
The library service takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality library services to the community.
The role
As part of the wider Library Specialist team, you will have a key role in delivering stock, digital, information and promotional expertise across the library service and be instrumental in project delivery.
You will work closely with and support members of the Operations Team with events, outreach and school visits.
You will manage a designated stock area and create engaging social media content to drive library visits and membership, placing us at the heart of the community.
This role is also customer facing, dealing with enquiries from the Borough’s residents.
The role will involve some evening and weekend working.
- What We Are Looking For
- A love of books, reading and people with an understanding of the value of the public library service to communities and individuals.
- Excellent digital skills and the ability to show people how to use a variety of digital devices and applications.
- You will need to be able to work at any location in the Borough and to do physical work such as carrying boxes of books, pushing loaded book trolleys and being on your feet walking between floors and across the library for extended periods of time.
What We Offer
- 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays and option to purchase more.
- Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
- Free employee parking close to the libraries.
- Give As You Earn scheme.
- Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
- Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
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Library Officer in Maidenhead employer: Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that values leadership and innovation in public service. With a commitment to employee well-being, the council provides generous benefits such as 32 days of annual leave and a robust Local Government Pension scheme, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team culture. This hybrid role not only allows for flexibility but also places you at the heart of community development, making it a truly rewarding position.
Contact Details:
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Recruitment Team
