Library Assistant (Saturday & Evenings)

Salary: £25,614 - £26,016 pro rata

Hours per week: 4 hours

Interview date: Week commencing 21 st September 2026

Do you love books, information and have a passion to support people to read for pleasure to improve their wellbeing?

Can you demonstrate an understanding of public library services and the vital role they play in enriching and supporting our communities.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly, resilient person to join our Melksham Library team to help provide a high-quality service to our customers every Saturday.

As a Saturday Assistant, you will assist customers with queries, help them to find books and information, and support them with IT.

You will help keep the library looking attractive by shelving, displays and promoting our stock and resources.

Previous library experience is not essential as we will train you in all aspects of library work.

You will need to have at least 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths, grade A - C or equivalent.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos.

Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here .

Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer ‑ facing roles work entirely from their service location.

We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported and able to do their best.

We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment.

Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.

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