Library Support Officer

Job Title

Library Support Officer

Grade

BBU04

Salary Range (£ pro rata for part time roles)

BBU,796 - 25,185

Contract Hours

9

Job Advert

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and friendly to join the team at Bedford Central Library to help us deliver a high quality and welcoming service to a diverse range of customers.

You will be excellent at multitasking, have a proactive approach and the ability to communicate clearly and confidently. You will have excellent customer service skills and be able to use ICT competently and securely.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting customers with the self service system
• Answering enquiries and providing ICT and digital support
• Taking part in library activities
• Carrying out day to day library routines such as carrying books, pushing trolleys, lifting boxes, walking and standing for long periods
• Working at Bedford Central Library on a regular rota, covering Saturdays and Sundays and flexibly covering other local libraries if required

Closing Date

16/07/2026

Interviews

27th or 28th July 2026

Guaranteed interview schemes

Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, and will interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.

Visa Sponsorship

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Work Pattern

Saturday, 11am to 5pm, Sunday 11am to 2pm

Is this an enhanced DBS role?

No

Is this a politically restricted role?

No

Is this a customer facing role which requires a fluent English Speaker?

Yes

Location

Bedfordshire
Bedford Central Library