The Role

As part of the senior management team, the successful applicant will be the strategic lead for the provision, development and promotion of library resources for Richmond upon Thames Libraries, ensuring that customers of all ages have access to inspiring collections of books, e-resources and audio-visual materials.

Leading an efficient and experienced team within our high performing library service, you will also organise and run an ongoing, well-funded programme of creative reading and literature promotions and events; which provide opportunities for people to come together to share and extend their reading experiences.

Richmond upon Thames Library Service has 12 diverse libraries and the highest book issues per capita in London. This post offers the opportunity to be part of a successful and dynamic service.

As the Reading and Resources Manager, you will need:

• A recognised qualification in Library & Information Science or significant relevant experience
•  Experience of developing, delivering and promoting library services and programmes of events and activities
• Experience of managing a staff team and/or volunteers
• To be confident in the use of IT equipment, databases and digital resources
• The ability to manage resources and monitor budgets

The Reading and Resources Manager will be working as part of a strategic team, developing services for the discerning residents of Richmond upon Thames, who highly value their library service. You will have the opportunity to further develop the successful annual events programme and improve Richmond’s already enviable position as one of the highest achieving library services in London.

You will be working a 36 hour week, including occasional weekend and evening working as required. A flexible approach to fulfilling the needs of the service is necessary. You will be based in Richmond but will be required to travel to other libraries and locations within Richmond upon Thames as necessary.

In return, we can offer you working arrangements that will enhance your work-life balance.  These include a generous holiday allowance of 31 days plus bank holidays.

In addition, we offer a range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts at many leisure activities, restaurants, shops, and other establishments. A wide range of developmental opportunities are also offered.

Richmond and Wandsworth are currently reviewing our pay, reward and benefits framework, in partnership with Trade Union colleagues. We are developing different options that make sure we have a fair and transparent system in place.

Indicative Recruitment Timeline

Closing Date:  Sunday 9 June 2019

Interview Date:  Friday 21 June 2019

Useful Information:

Please note that these dates are only indicative at this stage and could be subject to change.

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

Important Information:

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. It replaces the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA).

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