Vacancy Information
Hourly rate of pay: £14.09 - £15.14
Post 1 - Tranent & Ormiston Libraries
Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today.
Days and Hours of Work:
Monday - Friday, 09:00-13:00 & 14:00-17:00
Working every 1 in 4 Saturdays, 10:00-13:00 (with a 1/2 day off in week preceding).
Flexi time is applicable.
To start asap.
Post 2 - Musselburgh Library
Monday, 11:00-14:00 & 15:00-19:00
Tuesday - Friday, 09:00-13:00 & 14:00-17:00
Every 1 in 4 Saturdays, 10:00-12:30 & 13:00-16:00 (time off in the preceding week).
Flexi time is applicable.
To start asap.
You will be asked to indicate which post(s) you would like to be considered for when you complete the application form.
Interested in applying for this role but would like more information?
Attend a drop in session to find out more about working with us, the skills and experience we're looking for and our recruitment process. There's no need to book, just drop in during the times below:
Saturday 1st February 10am-12 noon: Tranent Library, George Johnstone Centre, 35 Winton Place, Tranent, EH33 1AE
Monday 3rd February 4.30pm-6.30pm: Musselburgh Library, 10 Bridge Street, Musselburgh EH21 6AG
The successful candidate will have experience of responding quickly to changing customer and service needs.
This is a busy and varied role offering support with a wide range of Council services which could include homeless enquiries, benefits, rent and council tax and processing payments. The team also process applications for National Entitlement Cards and offer supported appointments for those unable to apply online for Blue Badges so strong communication and people skills are crucial.
The successful candidates will be required to help support customers access services online and as such they must have strong digital and communication skills.
Libraries are warm spaces within local communities and offer opportunities to reduce social isolation by providing a welcoming atmosphere as well as group activities for adults.
Libraries are very popular with children and young people and the successful candidate will have experience of and enjoy working with them. Regular tasks include leading Bookbug song and rhyme sessions, sensory story times, code clubs and other groups for children and families.
Our teams work flexibly across our offices and whilst the successful candidate will mainly work between 2 locations they will be required to cover other locations across East Lothian potentially at short notice when required.
Musselburgh Library: The successful candidate will work mainly between Musselburgh Library and Musselburgh Area Office and as such will have experience of working in a busy environment with competing priorities.
Tranent Library: The successful candidate will work mainly between Tranent and Ormiston Libraries. Children and young people aged over 8 also attend the library after school and during holidays without parents and carers and the successful candidate will have experience in engaging young people in appropriate activities mindful of the sometimes competing needs of different library users.
Job Details
To support and assist in the day to day delivery of front line customer and library services.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The ‘– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Educated to Higher level, NC or SVQ Level 2 in English and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through relevant experience.
Driving LicenceA full current driving licence is desirable for this post.
PVG MembershipThis post is considered as Regulated Work with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007.
All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council.
Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made.
Please note:
If you have spent more than 3 months working or living outwith the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the website.
Additional Information
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