Library Assistant

Closing date: 15 March 2026

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about Libraries, is an excellent team player, who is eager to learn and who thrives working in a fast‑paced customer focused environment.

• Able to create a friendly and welcoming environment for a diverse range of customers.
• Excellent at multi‑tasking, efficient, happy to work under pressure & confident with working alone if required.
• Able to promote library services.
• Confident in using IT (training will be given on specific library systems).
• Library experience is an advantage, but we also welcome candidates who have demonstrated exceptional customer service elsewhere.

• Library work can be physically demanding.
• Staff may also occasionally be asked to cover other roles within Derbyshire libraries.
• Some evening and weekend working may be required, with the need for flexibility on occasions to suit the needs of the service.

• 25 days of annual leave – pro rata (plus an additional 5 with 5 years of continuous service)
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Discounts at selected county leisure centres
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free online health and exercise sessions

Provisional Interview Date: 30th March 2026