Team Manager – Library and Information Service

Team Manager – Library and Information Service

Apply before 02/02/2026

Salary: £58,377 to £63,598

Contract Type:
Perm

Join East Sussex County Council as a Team Manager to lead our Library and Information Service, which operates 17 libraries and a growing online offer, providing vital services to our communities.
About the role
:

• Improving literacy for children and adults
• Supporting the local economy
• Promoting health and wellbeing

What makes this role unique? You do not need previous library experience. We seek strong leadership, operational management, strategic thinking, building partnerships, and driving projects that impact East Sussex residents.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and motivate teams to deliver high‑quality customer service
• Manage library buildings, budgets, and resources effectively
• Develop and implement service plans and strategies
• Oversee procurement, business planning, and external communications with our corporate communications team
• Build partnerships and seek funding opportunities
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and statutory requirements

What we’re looking for:

• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Experience in managing budgets and operational services
• Ability to think strategically and deliver results
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• Resilience and flexibility in a fast‑paced environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a service that matters to thousands of residents. You’ll have the chance to work on projects, contribute to policy development, and make a tangible impact on your community. We offer flexible working options, including some home working, but you’ll also need to be a visible presence in our library buildings.

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

Ready to lead the way? Apply now and help us deliver a customer‑focused library service for East Sussex.

When writing your Supporting Statement, please address how you meet all criteria in the person specification using any relevant work, life experience, education or personal interests.

Interviews will take place in‑person at County Hall, Lewes on Thursday 12 February 2026. If you are unavailable on this date, let us know and we may schedule an alternative date.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist.
See our priority status page for details.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact our recruitment partners at Penna:
Andreas Efthymiou on  or

For work that makes a difference, choose East Sussex!

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part‑time or term‑time only.

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK, let the hiring manager know in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship. For further information please go to Work in the UK -

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Please find the full job description for the role here.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Other

• Government Administration