Library Assistant – Weston Community Library

About this opportunity

What do we want you to do?

Do you have a love for books, meeting new people and helping deliver community activities?  Our library serves members of the local community whether they are looking to find their new favourite read, meet like-minded residents in a community activity or just catch up with friends over a cup of tea.  This role will include full training on library systems and the chance to get involved in the delivery of new activities, you can get as creative as you like!

We want you if…..

  • You like working in a library environment and have a love for books
  • You enjoy speaking to a range of different people across the day
  • You have a sense of fun
  • You are computer literate
  • You want to make a difference to our community
  • You love the idea of making the children and families time in our environment something they will remember forever
  • You are willing to follow YMCA Fairthorne Group procedures and complete a DBS check

What you get in return?

  • A chance to support children and families in our local community to live happy and healthy lives
  • Develop skills and a chance to enhance your CV
  • Join a great team of like-minded people
  • The opportunity to learn about and be part of a huge international YMCA movement

What is the time commitment required?

We offer half day shifts (approx. 3 hours) during library opening times on a Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.  If you are looking for something more flexible we can have a chat about adhoc activity sessions we can put on for local families or groups with your support.

Safer Recruitment practices

The YMCA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The successful candidate will  be required to provide 2 references and undertake an Enhanced DBS via Disclosure and Barring Service

Role location

YMCA Weston Community Library

Next steps

Send an email to volunteering@ymca-fg.org where a member of the team will be in touch.

 

About YMCA Weston Community Library

Weston Community Library is set in the heart of Southampton and provides a library service as well as other community activities. Whether it’s a knit and natter group, or support from a digital champion to access technology and the internet or a Christmas party for kids, the library is at the heart of the community.

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