Interim Hive Library Manager (Maternity Cover)

Interim Hive Library Manager (Maternity Cover)

Full-Time 44746 - 56535 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and manage the Hive Library, supporting team leaders and enhancing community services.
  • Company: Join the University of Worcester's award-winning library service.
  • Benefits: Enjoy 42 days of leave, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Inclusive culture with excellent growth potential and flexible working options.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a unique library environment while developing your career.
  • Qualifications: Customer-focused with strong relationship-building skills.

The predicted salary is between 44746 - 56535 £ per year.

Join our award-winning service providing maternity cover for our Hive Library Services Manager! This could be an excellent year-long development or secondment opportunity for someone looking to engage with a wide range of services.

We are seeking a highly customer-focused individual who has the flexibility and vision to play a key role in our unique library. The Hive is a fully integrated academic and public library, run in partnership with Worcestershire County Council, which provides services to all members of the University and community. An ability and commitment to liaise and build strong working relationships with multiple partners is essential.

Principal responsibilities will be to provide support and management for Library Team Leaders, act as a point of escalation for front of house staff and lead implementation of the integrated service plan, ensuring the needs of both partners are met.

University of Worcester Library Services is an innovative and high-quality service achieving student satisfaction scores of above 92%.

What's in it for you?

  • 42 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days)
  • Access to a range of benefits such as our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Tusker Car Leasing
  • Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
  • In-house training and development support
  • A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

For any informal queries about this vacancy, please contact Judith Keene, Director of Library Services.

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria).

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules.

We value diversity and wish to promote equality at all levels.

Interim Hive Library Manager (Maternity Cover) employer: University of Worcester

The University of Worcester is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises the development of future healthcare leaders. With a strong commitment to professional growth, staff benefit from numerous opportunities for training and advancement, all while working in a supportive environment that values compassion and collaboration. Located in a picturesque setting, the university provides a unique advantage for those looking to make a meaningful impact in nursing and midwifery education.

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Contact Details:

University of Worcester Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Interim Hive Library Manager (Maternity Cover)

Customer Focus
Flexibility
Visionary Thinking
Relationship Building
Team Management
Point of Escalation
Integrated Service Planning