Library Team Leader

Library Team Leader

Hours: 37 Hours per week / 52 Weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent 
Salary: Business Support Staff point 23: £26,393 per annum

Closing Date: 9am on Wednesday 9 October 2024 

Reference Number: LTL 

Our College has nearly 700 people employed in a vast range of roles and feels more like a community than a workplace, and this sense of collaboration is just one of the benefits of working here. We strive to make our employee community a welcoming, caring, and enthusiastic one, fuelling ambition with opportunities and support to help us all achieve our personal and professional goals. 

We are proud to offer the full range of qualifications that students need to fulfil long and valuable careers. With purpose-built facilities, excellent grades, expanding catchment area, and purposeful vision. We believe that attending college is about more than achieving a qualification and aim to give all learners an opportunity to develop their full potential in a friendly and supportive environment. There has never been a better time to join us! 

The Role 

Responsible to the Head of Student Services, the post holder will take responsibility for the daily operation and development of services within The Exchange and The Exchange @UCBC at Blackburn College. Tasked with creating a welcoming, positive experience for customers which embraces the latest technologies to enhance their learning experience, you will be able to respond to the different needs of various customer groups.  

What are we looking for?  

The post holder will also demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and will lead on assisting students and staff in making full use of the resources available. You will also be responsible for liaising with the Learning Technology team to plan and deliver a program of activities for students and staff on a range of topics. The role will require close liaison with teaching staff across the college to develop a responsive service which enhances and supports curriculum needs.   

What makes our College an Employer of choice? 

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to: 

• Salary band: Business Support Staff point 23: £26,393 

• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership 

• Cycle to Work Scheme 

• Family-friendly policies 

• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses 

• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices 

• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon 

• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals. 

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support 

Our College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.