Library & Information Worker

Job Description

Leisure & Culture Dundee is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) SC042421. It was established by Dundee City Council in July 2011 to deliver leisure, sports, library, information and cultural services for the city. www.leisureandculturedundee.com We have an opportunity to join our team working in either Central Library, 18.5 hrs per week or Charleston Library, 20.5 hrs per week. These posts are fixed term for a period of 12 months.

Requirements

You will have 2 Highers or equivalent including English or SVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Responsibilities

As part of Leisure & Culture Dundee’s Library and Information Service provide an efficient, responsive and courteous service to the users of the Service.

The Individual

You will have experience of working in a library or information environment. You will have good communication, organisational and IT skills and a demonstrated enthusiasm and interest in books and libraries. You will have an interest and skill in working with people and the ability to deal with stressful situations. You will demonstrate a flexible approach and be required to participate in events and activities including reading groups, storytelling sessions, Bookbug sessions, holiday activities and IT training sessions. This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check prior to work being offered by Leisure & Culture Dundee.