Library Team Assistant HCC625256

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Job Reference EPSEDJOBS/907/13823

Apply for this job Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Temporary - Part Time Contract Details: Temporary (12 months) - Part Time Salary: £26,018 - £27,111 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £15,119 - £15,754 per annum) Working Hours: 21.5 Establishment Name and Location: Hampshire County Council, Waterlooville Library, London Rd, Waterlooville Closing Date: 02/11/2026 Job Category: Support Local Authority: Hampshire Phase of Education: Other

Job Introduction

Make a real difference in your local community as a Library Team Assistant. This vibrant, people-focused role places you at the heart of a dynamic library environment where no two days are the same. You’ll deliver excellent customer service, lead engaging activities, support digital access, and help visitors of all ages feel welcome and empowered. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy variety, teamwork, and helping others, this is the role for you. 

“I truly look forward to coming to work each day. I continue to learn new skills and see the positive impact our service has within the community – it’s incredibly fulfilling.” – Library Team Assistant 

What you’ll do 

• Create a welcoming, inclusive space and support customers of all ages to engage with the full range of library services. 
• Lead Rhyme Time and Story Time sessions and promote reading initiatives like the Summer Reading Challenge. 
• Carry out manual tasks such as moving furniture, lifting boxes, and setting up spaces for activities. 
• Help customers build digital confidence across a range of devices and support with admin tasks including payments, calls, and stock management. 
• Promote library services through social media and work with external partners to engage the wider community. 

What we’re looking for 

• Experience in a busy, customer-facing role, with a friendly and inclusive approach to working with the public. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt to different people and situations. 
• Strong digital skills, with confidence using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and learning new systems. 
• Comfortable using social media to engage with the community and raise awareness of services, or open to learning with support and training provided. 
• Physically able to carry out manual tasks such as moving stock and setting up spaces. 

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Why join us 

• Be part of a supportive, caring team that takes pride in making a positive impact.  
• Enjoy a varied, feel-good role that helps people and strengthens community connections. 
• Benefit from a comprehensive induction and training plan, as well as ongoing opportunities for career development. 
• Enjoy a good work-life balance with fixed shifts on a two-week rota and no Sunday or Bank Holiday working.  
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.   
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. 

Your working pattern 

Your main working base will be Waterlooville Library, but you’ll work one shift per week at Havant Library.

• Week 1: Monday 9am – 1.30pm | Tuesday 9am – 1.30pm | Wednesday Off | Thursday 9am – 1.30pm | Friday 12.30pm - 5pm (Havant) | Saturday Off
• Week 2: Monday 9.30am – 5pm | Tuesday