Collections Management Library Assistant (109209-0126)
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Description
About The Role
For informal enquiries, please contact Cristiana Ilie, Collections Management Officer at c.ilie@warwick.ac.uk
Collections Management Library Assistant
13:30-18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 13:15-18:00 Thursday (18.25 hrs per week, working all year round)
This is a unique opportunity to join at a pivotal moment for the Library as we embark on the transformation of our services and launch a new strategy. We are looking for inspiring, credible, and authentic team players.
You will be responsible for providing support for the Library’s collection management and development activities, as well as assisting in providing access to library resources, facilities and equipment, by processing used stock, newly acquired and requested items to ensure items are accessible and available promptly to Library users.
About You
Are you looking to progress your career at a great academic library where you can thrive? Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and so do our team. We hire talented people from diverse backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it enriches our inclusive library services. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, generous holiday allowances, a friendly, flexible, and positive working environment at one of the UK’s top ten universities focused on making a better world.
You’ll be joining us
For informal enquiries, please contact Cristiana Ilie, Collections Management Officer at c.ilie@warwick.ac.uk
Collections Management Library Assistant
13:30-18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 13:15-18:00 Thursday (18.25 hrs per week, working all year round)
This is a unique opportunity to join at a pivotal moment for the Library as we embark on the transformation of our services and launch a new strategy. We are looking for inspiring, credible, and authentic team players.
You will be responsible for providing support for the Library’s collection management and development activities, as well as assisting in providing access to library resources, facilities and equipment, by processing used stock, newly acquired and requested items to ensure items are accessible and available promptly to Library users.
About You
Are you looking to progress your career at a great academic library where you can thrive? Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and so do our team. We hire talented people from diverse backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it enriches our inclusive library services. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, generous holiday allowances, a friendly, flexible, and positive working environment at one of the UK’s top ten universities focused on making a better world.
You’ll be joining us
at an exciting time in our development, as we develop new products and services to meet the evolving nature of learning, teaching and research. Our commitments include investing in digital technologies, and digital skills for our team.
We are looking for a person who is methodical, with good attention to detail, able to perform manual handling activities, with good communication skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.
We welcome applicants who have never considered academic library careers, as well as early-to-late-stage library professionals. Come and join us at our modern campus located close to pretty towns and villages, and beautiful countryside.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About The Department
Born in the 60's with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards.
The University of Warwick has a reputation for excellence. This sees the University of Warwick highly placed in university rankings, achieving top 10 status in UK league tables and recognition as one of the top universities in the world.
We are ranked 106th in the world
We are looking for a person who is methodical, with good attention to detail, able to perform manual handling activities, with good communication skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.
We welcome applicants who have never considered academic library careers, as well as early-to-late-stage library professionals. Come and join us at our modern campus located close to pretty towns and villages, and beautiful countryside.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
About The Department
Born in the 60's with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards.
The University of Warwick has a reputation for excellence. This sees the University of Warwick highly placed in university rankings, achieving top 10 status in UK league tables and recognition as one of the top universities in the world.
We are ranked 106th in the world
and 8th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.*
Nestled in the heart of England, the University of Warwick is a gateway to the whole of the country, offering exceptional rail and road links and only 15 mins from Birmingham International airport. With easy access to the vibrant, diverse conurbations of Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester and Oxford or the smaller heritage and arts laden towns of Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa, Warwick and Kenilworth there is something for everyone. You will also have easy access to three areas of outstanding national beauty, the Cotswolds, the Malvern Hills and Cannock Chase.
Working on campus you will have easy access to facilities such as Warwick Arts Centre, one of the largest multi-artform venues in the UK, delivering a high quality, engaging, and diverse programme of performing and visual arts, concerts, films, festivals, education and learning activities, and special events - all presented in world-class venues and spaces.
In addition, our world-class Sports and Wellbeing Hub opened in 2019. The hub houses a modern 230 station gym, a 25m 12-lane swimming pool, over 100 fitness classes and a 706sqm climbing wall.
Our campus also has huge amounts of green space to enjoy, including lakes, woodland and open fields.
You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.
With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to flexible working to help your work/life balance.
About The University
- https://warwick.ac.uk/about/profile/
Nestled in the heart of England, the University of Warwick is a gateway to the whole of the country, offering exceptional rail and road links and only 15 mins from Birmingham International airport. With easy access to the vibrant, diverse conurbations of Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester and Oxford or the smaller heritage and arts laden towns of Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa, Warwick and Kenilworth there is something for everyone. You will also have easy access to three areas of outstanding national beauty, the Cotswolds, the Malvern Hills and Cannock Chase.
Working on campus you will have easy access to facilities such as Warwick Arts Centre, one of the largest multi-artform venues in the UK, delivering a high quality, engaging, and diverse programme of performing and visual arts, concerts, films, festivals, education and learning activities, and special events - all presented in world-class venues and spaces.
In addition, our world-class Sports and Wellbeing Hub opened in 2019. The hub houses a modern 230 station gym, a 25m 12-lane swimming pool, over 100 fitness classes and a 706sqm climbing wall.
Our campus also has huge amounts of green space to enjoy, including lakes, woodland and open fields.
You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.
With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to flexible working to help your work/life balance.
About The University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 106th in the world and 8th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 17th March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.
Your CV Should Include
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
- World University Ranking 2024, Guardian University Guide 2025
- Research Excellence Framework 2021
CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 17th March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)
To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.
Your CV Should Include
- Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
- Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).
- Your motivations for applying to the role.
- Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).
All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.
For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here.
What we Offer
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.
We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.
Safeguarding & DBS
For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here.
- Interview Date: To be confirmed
- Start Date: To be confirmed
What we Offer
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion
Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.
We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.
Safeguarding & DBS
The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.
The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.
Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.
Job Description
JD - Collections Management Library Assistant (109209).pdf – 160KB Opens in a new window
Right to Work in the UK
We wish to advise applicants that this role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa. If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK you will need to check the UK Government Website to see if you are eligible to obtain the right to work in the UK through one of the other UK immigration routes before you make your application.
- Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
- The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
- All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.
The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.
Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.
Job Description
JD - Collections Management Library Assistant (109209).pdf – 160KB Opens in a new window
Right to Work in the UK
We wish to advise applicants that this role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa. If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK you will need to check the UK Government Website to see if you are eligible to obtain the right to work in the UK through one of the other UK immigration routes before you make your application.