Senior Library Assistant - Reading, United Kingdom - University of Reading

University of Reading
University of Reading
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Reading, United Kingdom

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The University of Reading is recruiting for a full-time, permanent Senior Library Assistant to join our Collections Services Team within the University Library and Collections Service (ULCS).

The role will primarily be based at our beautiful Whiteknights campus which is set within 134 hectares and includes a lake, woodlands and the popular Harris Garden.


In addition to the professional development opportunities provided by the University, the University Library and Collections Service (ULCS) is committed to providing excellent professional development opportunities for its staff, including a weekly Staff Development Hour during term-time.

We were awarded the silver Investors in People accreditation.


This role would suit a highly motivated and organized individual with previous experience in acquisitions, ideally in an academic Library setting, who is looking to further develop their skills in this area.


The role involves:

  • Supervising and coordinating the day to day work of the Acquisitions Team Library Assistants
  • Assisting the Resources Supervisor in monitoring resource purchasing processes
  • Coordinating and responding to enquiries from Academic Liaison Librarians and external suppliers
  • Assisting the Resources Supervisor in monitoring the online reading list review process by relevant Library staff
  • Supporting the Resources Supervisor in training Library staff in resource purchasing routines

You will have:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Analytical and problem solving skills
  • A good general education to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths
  • Experience of an automated acquisitions supply system
Closing date: 25/09/2023


Interview date:

TBC

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Contact role:

Content Manager


Contact role:

Resources Supervisor


Contact name:

Rachael Scott


Contact name:

Nicky Ransom


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The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and Champion LGBT+ rights organisation.

Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
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