Academic Liaison Librarian

Academic Services
Location: The Hive
Salary:
£29,605 to £36,023
pro rata per annum
Post Type: Part Time
Hours per Week: 18.5
Contract Type: Permanent
Advertised On: Monday 18 March 2024
Closing Date: Sunday 07 April 2024
Interview Date:
Monday 15 April 2024
Reference: ILS2402

The University of Worcester Library Services are seeking an outstanding candidate, to join our award-winning service as part of our Academic Engagement Team.

We are looking for a candidate dedicated to helping students develop the academic skills and confidence they need to succeed at university. This role will suit individuals who are able to adapt their teaching to meet the differing needs of student cohorts and delivery styles. You will be a strong library and information management advocate, encouraging staff and students to engage with and use the full range of library services, including helping them to research and make effective use of a diverse set of information sources, tools and technologies.  You will work closely with academic colleagues, primarily within the College of Health and Sciences, to embed library teaching into their curriculum and develop resource lists that support and complement teaching. You will also be part of the popular Ask a Librarian enquiries team, helping our users to navigate our resources. 

University of Worcester Library Services is an innovative and high-quality service achieving consistently high levels of student satisfaction and holding Customer Service Excellence accreditation. Find out more about Who we are and what we do .

The Library Services operates out of The Hive, a ground-breaking, fully integrated academic and public library, run in partnership with Worcestershire County Council, which provides services to all members of the University and community.

What’s in it for you?

• Annual incremental increase up to £36,023 (pro rata per annum), with the opportunity to progress to £39,348 (pro rata per annum)
• Up to 36 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 41 total days after 5 years’ service (pro rata per annum)
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
• Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
• In-house training and development support
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

This role is open to those who would like flexible working arrangements.

For any informal queries about this vacancy please contact: Kate Courage, Head of Library Academic Engagement [email protected]  

We value diversity and wish to promote equality at all levels

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