Job Description

Full Time| Permanent | Proposed interview date Monday 10-Nov-2025



We're seeking a visionary and proactive Knowledge and Library Services Lead to drive innovation and excellence across our Learning and OD team.



If you're passionate about transforming library services and empowering people with evidence-based knowledge, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.



You will be required to work 5 days a week in the Illingworth library, attend face to face/teams meetings and will, potentially be able to work 1 day from home/ remotely.



Reporting to the Associate Director - Education & Organisation Development your responsibilities will include:



Experience in NHS library and knowledge service management including development of services



Lead the development and modernisation of a high-quality, accessible, and digitally enhanced Library and Knowledge Service (LKS)



Build and maintain a robust knowledge base to support clinical and managerial decision-making across the organisation



Ensure staff have the guidance and resources they need to meet their learning, evidence, and knowledge goals



Oversee the library budget, strategy delivery, data reporting, and quality assurance processes

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear:

to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.



We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.



We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.



Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.



As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.



We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.



For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.



Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is 12.60 per hour.



This role has been assigned the 1259 occupation code using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes

Please note:

We do not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles.



Diversity Statement



At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.



Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net . Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.



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