At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise library operations and provide top-notch customer service on weekends.
- Company: Join a vibrant university library team dedicated to supporting students and staff.
- Benefits: Flexible working patterns, valuable experience, and a chance to enhance your skills.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and potential maternity cover role from September 2026.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the academic community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in libraries or IT support, plus strong customer service skills.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Information Services is seeking to appoint Weekend Library Supervisors with established library, IT, and customer service skills to be responsible for the operation of the Library, provision of a 1st line reference and enquiry service and the supervision of a small team of weekend library staff. There are several posts available, offering a range of working patterns including continuing posts working either one or two in three Saturdays or Sundays, as well as an option to provide maternity cover from September 2026 for approximately 9 months. The IS Enquiry Service deals with a variety of enquiries from University students, staff and visitors. Applicants should have experience of working in a library, information or IT support service in a customer facing role. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook software packages is essential. A library qualification and knowledge of library circulation policies would also be an advantage. You will offer an excellent enquiry service directly to the customer and be able to distinguish when onward referral of enquiries is appropriate. You will be expected to work on a rota basis on Saturdays or Sundays from 1200-1700 in term time (September-May). Shifts to be worked will be allocated in advance. The post is located in the Customer Services Team, based in the Andersonian Library, the main enquiry point for students and academic staff, dealing with all enquiries. Applicants may use tools such as AI to support their application; however, all submissions must accurately reflect their own experience and understanding. The University reserves the right to verify the authenticity of application materials and may reject applications where concerns arise.
Weekend Library Supervisor employer: University of Strathclyde
The University of Strathclyde offers an inspiring work environment at the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland, where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront of our mission. Employees benefit from a strong commitment to professional development, a supportive culture that values diverse perspectives, and the chance to make a significant impact on the future of manufacturing in Scotland. Join us to be part of a pioneering team dedicated to driving meaningful change in the industry.
We think you need these skills to ace Weekend Library Supervisor
Library Skills
IT Support Skills
Customer Service Skills
Reference and Enquiry Service
Team Supervision
Microsoft Office
Outlook
