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Library Team Assistant
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Library Team Assistant
Job Reference: HCC624399 Work Location: Emsworth Library (with occasional shifts at Havant Library) Salary Range: £25,186 – £26,244 pro-rata, per annum (~£12,252 – £12,767 per annum) Hours Per Week: 18 Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 7 July 2026 Interview Date: 29 July 2026
About the Role
Make a real difference in your local community as a Library Team Assistant. This vibrant, people-focused role places you at the heart of a dynamic library environment where no two days are the same. You’ll deliver excellent customer service, lead engaging activities, support digital access, and help visitors of all ages feel welcome and empowered.
“I truly look forward to coming to work each day. I continue to learn new skills and see the positive impact our service has within the community—it’s incredibly fulfilling.” – Library Team Assistant
What You’ll Do
- Create a welcome and inclusive space while supporting customers of all ages to engage with library services.
- Lead Rhyme Time and Story Time sessions, and promote reading initiatives such as the Summer Reading Challenge.
- Perform manual tasks, including moving furniture, lifting boxes, and setting up activity areas.
- Help customers build digital confidence across devices (e.g., computers, tablets) and assist with admin tasks such as payments, bookings, and stock management.
- Promote library services through social media and collaborate with external partners to engage the wider community.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in a busy, customer-facing role with a friendly and inclusive approach to working with the public.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt to different people and situations.
- Strong digital skills, including confidence in using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and the ability to learn new systems.
- Willingness to use or learn social media to engage with the community, or openness to training.
- Physical ability to carry out manual tasks such as handling stock and setting up spaces.
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For more details, see the [Library Team Assistant Candidate Pack](Linked section). Your application should demonstrate how you meet these requirements and align with our values.
Why Join Us?
- Work in a supportive, caring team that takes pride in making a positive community impact.
- Experience a varied, fulfilling role that strengthens local connections.
- Access a comprehensive induction and training programme, plus ongoing career development opportunities.
- Enjoy good work-life balance—fixed shifts on a two-week rota, with no Sunday or Bank Holiday working.
- Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support, online resources, legal and financial advice).
- Competitive benefits, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Further details available on salary, leave, and benefits.
Your Working Pattern
- Main Base: Emsworth Library (weekly shift at Havant Library)
- Monday off | Tuesday (9am–1.30pm) | Wednesday off | Thursday (9am–1.30pm, Havant Library) | Friday (9am–1.30pm) | Saturday (9am–1.30pm)
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Experience the Role
Visit your local library to see how dynamic, welcoming, and community-focused our spaces are! Applications are reviewed on submission, so early cover may apply.
Key Requirements
- Must already have the right to work in the UK.
- The role requires a Criminal Records Check. References will be requested prior to interview due to Children’s Services safeguarding regulations.
Contact for Enquiries
- General enquiries: care.careers@hants.gov.uk
- Informal discussion: Rose Redman (rosemary.redman@hants.gov.uk), Team Manager
Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding
Hampshire County Council is committed to:
- Safeguarding the welfare of all children, young people, and adults.
- Ensuring no discrimination based on age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion, sex, sexuality, or any GOR-protected characteristics.
We are a Disability Confident Employer, ensuring inclusive and accessible recruitment processes.
Similar Roles & Notes
This vacancy may also align with job titles such as: Library Assistant · Community Library Support · Customer Service Assistant · Library and Information Assistant (etc.)
Travel: You must be able to travel within Hampshire as needed.
Full details of safeguarding commitments, safegueguards and diversity policies are available in the*Candidate Pack.*
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