Library Assistant

Bodleian Art, Archaeology & Ancient World Library, 1 St John Street, Oxford OX1 2LG This post may potentially be required to cover the Taylor Institution Library and Nizami Ganjavi Library when needed

About the role

You will join the Bodleian Libraries' Art, Archaeology & Ancient World Library, delivering excellent front-line services to readers and visitors. You will provide a welcoming, high-quality front-line service.

You will answer enquiries, issue and return library materials, support users with library systems, assist with scanning and shelving, help maintain collections, and contribute to projects that ensure an outstanding library service. You may occasionally provide cover at the Taylor Institution Library or Nizami Ganjavi Library. This is a permanent, full-time post, working 36.5 hours per week.

This role requires regular manual handling and climbing ladders in order to access some of the library's bookshelves and to re-shelve books.

About You

You will enjoy providing excellent customer service and communicating confidently with a wide range of people. You will be organised, reliable and able to prioritise routine tasks accurately while working as part of a team.

You will have good IT skills, be comfortable handling library materials, and be willing to undertake manual handling activities including shelving books. Previous library experience is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days of annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

Diversity

Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental leave. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible. If you require the job description or any other materials in an alternative format, or if you would like to request any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please contact the recruitment team at .