The Manchester Metropolitan University
Library Learning Adviser
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Are you passionate about helping students develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed?
Do you enjoy delivering engaging learning experiences and working collaboratively with colleagues to make a positive impact?
Now is an exciting time to join Library & Cultural Services. We are embarking on an ambitious plan to reimagine our profile and portfolio, including the design and construction of a landmark new building, in support of the University's Road to 2030 strategy. If you are enthusiastic about supporting student learning, creating engaging learning resources and contributing to innovative services, this is your opportunity to join us as a Library Learning Adviser.
About Us
We have been proudly driving progress for more than two centuries. As one of the UK's largest and most popular universities, we're a force for good, dedicated to delivering outstanding research and excellent education. Much more than a university, we are a place where ambitious people unite as a diverse and inclusive community to make meaningful connections. Where world-class facilities combine with exceptional minds to improve lives through innovation. We welcome those who are committed, talented and hardworking. People who believe in our values and are as driven as we are to achieve shared goals.
Our community of over 5,100 colleagues work in close partnership every day to bring about positive change regionally, nationally and globally.
Build a role with purpose, in an environment designed to unlock your potential. Be part of Manchester Met. Be Manchester Met proud. Let's transform lives together.
How To Apply
To apply, click Apply Now, upload your CV/cover letter, and complete the six application questions under Supporting Information. Please provide a specific example for each question, demonstrating how your knowledge, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role
About The Role
Reporting to the Learning and Skills Manager, you will:
- play a key role in developing excellent services to support teaching and learning within Library & Cultural Services.
- support students' transition into and through university study, helping them develop the academic, information and digital skills they need to become confident, independent learners. This will include supporting the development and delivery of the co-curricular and embedded learning and skills programme, including scheduling, promotion, data and feedback collection and analysis.
- provide a high standard of customer service, answering staff and student enquiries, and maintaining support and guidance materials.
- contribute to the design and delivery of inclusive, engaging online and in-person learning opportunities, collaborating with Academic Liaison Librarians, Library Student Partners and colleagues across Library & Cultural Services and the wider University.
- co-create services and learning activities with students to ensure the student voice is embedded throughout everything we do.
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About You
You are passionate about supporting student learning and creating welcoming, inclusive learning experiences that enable all students to develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed. You enjoy building positive relationships and working collaboratively with colleagues and students across a diverse university community.
You are organised, proactive and adaptable, with strong digital skills and confidence using a range of technologies. You will be comfortable and confident about delivering teaching and support, creating engaging learning resources and contributing to innovative approaches that enhance teaching, learning and the student experience.
Alongside a commitment to excellent customer service, you will be motivated by the opportunity to make a positive difference to students throughout their time at Manchester Met.
If you would like to join our people and share our ambition, we would love to hear from you.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring and particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in the University workforce.
We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this, as well as any reasonable adjustments required throughout the application process.
Further Information And How To Apply
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To explore the post or ask any questions you may have, please contact Nicola Gregory, Learning and Skills Manager, at n.gregory@mmu.ac.uk
Applications must be made via our recruitment system and should include a full CV and a letter of application setting out your interest in the role and details of how your knowledge, skills and experience match the essential criteria being sought.
As part of the application process, you will also be asked to provide six short STAR-based examples demonstrating your experience in areas including teaching and learning; digital technologies and emerging technologies; customer service, student support and service improvement; teamwork, collaboration and communication; organisation, prioritisation and meeting deadlines; and your understanding of the changing role of libraries in higher education.
Interviews will be held in Manchester on Tuesday 13th October.
Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.
Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.
Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.
This vacancy is expected to attract a high volume of applications. Therefore, under the Disability Confident Scheme, only disabled people who apply under the scheme and best meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview.
Documents
- [Library Learning Adviser JD July 2026.pdf](Library Learning Adviser JD July 2026.pdf)
- [Candidate Pack.pdf](Candidate Pack.pdf)
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