Job Description

Work base: Libraries within Conwy County Borough

Do you enjoy meeting people of all ages? Are you passionate about books and reading; knowledgeable about IT and committed to providing an excellent service to customers? Are you outgoing and full of energy?


If so, you will be interested in this vacancy for a flexible person to provide relief cover for libraries throughout the County Borough.


Candidates should have a good standard of education to GCSE level (or equivalent), and good ICT skills and have the ability to listen and empathise with customers.


The hours of work will be on an ad hoc basis and possibly at short notice and will include working during the daytime, evenings, and on Saturdays. We are particularly looking for staff that will be available to work during school holidays.


The Service deals directly with the public, the ability to converse at ease with customers in Welsh is essential for 3 of these 6 posts

Manager details for informal discussion:

Sharon Morgan, Principal Librarian and Information Manager ( Sharon.morgan@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 574015)

Welsh Language Skills:

The ability to communicate in Welsh in order to converse with customers is essential for three posts and desirable for three posts We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.


Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.


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We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.


We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.


We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).


We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.


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