Library Supervisor (Permanent, 35 hours per week, 0.95 FTE)

Salary: Grade 6 £28,381 to £30,805 pro rata, per annum. (The point of entry will be dependent upon relevant qualifications and experience) 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Library Supervisor to join our Library Services team. As Library Supervisor, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, user-centred library services that support the diverse needs of our community. You will oversee the daily service provision, operations and supervision of a team of Library Assistants. You will act as the Library's Research Support representative, offering proactive, high-level assistance to the research community. Ensuring that library collections are easily accessible to students and staff will be a priority, along with administering and enhancing digital services, platforms, software, and tools as required. You will also contribute to broader library service priorities and initiatives. 

You will be passionate about supporting learning, teaching and research in an academic environment, and recognise the crucial role that Libraries play in supporting our community by providing excellent customer service, research support, and contributing to the overall enhancement of the student experience. You will have proven supervisory experience and be familiar with the daily operations within a library or a similar environment. Excellent organisational and communication skills, coupled with a user-centred approach to service delivery, will be critical for success. You should be proactive and adaptable, with the ability to contribute to strategic service development. 

You will be self-motivated, able to demonstrate good IT skills and be keen to embrace new technologies as well as new ways of working. Through joining our team, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative small team. Your ability to communicate and work effectively as part of the team will be essential. A strong understanding of the research environment and the ability to provide dedicated support to researchers is beneficial. Familiarity with electronic resources, library systems, and digital service management is highly desirable. 

If you have any queries or questions or for an informal discussion, please contact Curwen Thomas, Library Services and Discovery Manager, at cthomas@harper-adams.ac.uk. For further information about the University or to see full job description, please visit our website at www.harper-adams.ac.uk.

Application Procedure:

Please click on the above ‘Apply’ button to be redirected to our website Harper Adams e-Recruitment programme at http://jobs.harper-adams.ac.uk to be completed no later than midnight on Sunday 9^th March 2025.

Should you require any adjustments to complete your application for this role then please contact vacancies@harper-adams.ac.uk. 

If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa in the UK, please follow this link https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration which contains further information about obtaining the right to work in the UK and details about eligibility for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.

Closing Date: 9 March 2025

Interview Date: w/c 31^st March 2025

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