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University of Reading

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Facilities Management
  • Reading
  • 10d left

AI generated summary

  • You need GCSEs in English and Maths, customer service experience, good interpersonal and IT skills, plus the ability to handle physical tasks like pushing trolleys and carrying books.
  • You will perform clerical tasks, regularly shelve books, and handle stock to maintain the library’s organization and efficiency.

Requirements

  • A good general education to GCSE standard or equivalent (including English and Maths)
  • Experience of customer service work providing services directly to customers
  • Good interpersonal skills for customer care and team working
  • Good basic IT skills
  • The ability to cope with the physical demands of the job (pushing trolleys, carrying books etc)

Responsibilities

  • You will also undertake clerical duties as well as regular shelving and stock handling duties.

FAQs

Is sponsorship available for non-UK candidates?

Sponsorship is not possible for non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK under the Skilled Worker Route.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 1 June 2025.

When will interviews be held?

Interviews will be held on 23 June 2025.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A good general education to GCSE standard or equivalent, including English and Maths, is required.

Is previous library experience necessary for this role?

While experience of library work and dealing directly with library users would be an advantage, it is not explicitly required.

What skills are essential for the Library Assistant position?

Essential skills include good interpersonal skills for customer care and team working, basic IT skills, and the ability to cope with the physical demands of the job.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Natasha Kennedy, Library Experience and Engagement Manager, at natasha.kennedy@reading.ac.uk, or Alice Heidemann-Poynton, Library User Services Team Leader, at a.heidemann-poynton@reading.ac.uk.

Are applications for flexible work arrangements accepted?

Yes, applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

How should I present my cover statement in the application?

When applying, ensure you write a full and informative cover statement within the additional information section, providing evidence of your experiences relating to the job description and personal specification, and explaining why you are interested in the role.

Does the University promote diversity and inclusion in its workforce?

Yes, the University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce and supports various equality charters.

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The University of Reading is one of the UK’s leading research intensive universities and ranked in the top 200 universities in the world by QS. We have a proud history. In 2016 we celebrated the 90th anniversary of being granted a Royal Charter. From our appointment of the UK’s first female professor, Edith Morley, to the social reform campaigner Lord Wolfenden being our Vice-Chancellor, we have 100,000 alumni and students at the top of their professions in academia, arts, broadcasting, business, government and sport. We have a global outlook, with 17,000 current students from 150 countries and our state-of-the-art University of Reading Malaysia campus opened in 2015. We offer 250 undergraduate and 150 postgraduate courses, with great research-led teaching, a top-class 24/7 library and 94% of our graduates in work or further study after six months. We have a 89% student satisfaction rate with a top 10-ranked Student’s Union, which runs 150 clubs and societies. We do world-leading research, across the sciences, arts and humanities, including tackling the planet’s biggest challenges – climate change; food security; poor nutrition; and disease. The national Research Excellence Framework 2014 classed 78% of our research was classed as internationally excellent and 27% world-leading – ranking us 19th in the UK for research intensity and 27th for research power. We have invested more than £400m in excellent research, teaching and student facilities in the last decade. We have three UK campuses, including our award-winning 130-hectare main Whiteknights Campus and our London Road campus, home to the Institute of Education and from September 2016, our new School of Architecture. We are home to the triple-accredited Henley Business School – one of the leading business schools in the UK and Europe.