CASUAL - Library Assistant

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role.

Job Description - CASUAL - Library Assistant ()

Job Description

CASUAL - Library Assistant

Job Number

St Aidan's College

Graded Casual : - £13.45 Per Hour (Inclusive of Real Living Wage Supplement).

Casual/Atypical (Fees) - Atypical

Typical/Contracted Hours : 4

Closing Date

31-Aug-2026, 10:59:00 PM

The University

At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historical setting - Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally.

Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.

Further information about the University can be foundhere .

The below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. They are not intended to cover all duties which may be required.

Role

Library Assistant

Casual rate

Responsibilities

Under instruction and following appropriate training:

• discharging returned items
• shelving books and ensuring book classification sequences are correct
• repairing damaged items
• stock taking

Assist Assistant Principal with hosting small events/activities in the college library

Keep the library tidy, organised and welcoming including ensuring computing and printing facilities are maintained

Promote the college library to students and resources it has to offer, including creating displays (books and other materials) on topics relevant to the college community

Maintain good working relationships with staff and students

Full training will be given. Student Librarians will be required to participate in required training and attend library staff meetings.

Person Specification

• Previous experience in a customer facing role
• Previous experience of working in a team
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Friendly and approachable
• Reliable with capacity to work 4 hours per week
• Creative
• Previous experience of organising events and/or activities
• Previous experience of working in a library
• Interest in the personal development of others

Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement : Not Applicable.

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.

We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role.