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Storage Assistant Library

Reed
Posted 3 days ago, valid for a month
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£13.15 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Library Storage Assistant position offers an hourly rate of £13.15 PAYE and is based in Euston, London.
  • This is a full-time, temporary role with working hours from Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, including a day off during the week.
  • The role requires physical fitness for tasks such as climbing ladders, moving book carts, and maintaining the library's collection in storage areas.
  • While previous experience in a similar role is advantageous, it is not essential, and candidates should be comfortable with manual tasks and health and safety procedures.
  • Applicants should be prepared for an immediate start and must be able to work Saturdays.
Library Storage Assistant
  • Hourly Rate: £13.15 PAYE
  • Location: Euston, London
  • Job Type: Full-time, Temporary, ongoing temp booking
  • Working Hours: Monday to Saturday 8.00 - 16.00 with a day off in the week

We are seeking a diligent Storage Assistant to support the national library of the UK. The main tasks involve handling and maintaining the library’s collection within storage areas. This role requires physical work, including retrieving and replacing collection items, and the successful candidate must be comfortable using ladders and moving book carts.

The successful candidate must be able to commit to working Saturdays with a day off in the week.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Place new material in designated storage areas.
  • Maintain collection storage capacity, including the implementation of collection moves.
  • Retrieve, deliver, and replace collection items as requested.
  • Conduct audits of collection material held in storage areas.
  • Box items requiring preservation to ensure their longevity.
  • Keep shelves tidy and ensure that collection items are in their correct locations.
  • Comply with and implement health and safety procedures within the storage areas.
  • The role involves physical activities such as climbing ladders, pushing book carts, and significant walking.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Physical fitness and ability to engage in manual tasks.
  • Comfortable climbing ladders and using kick stools.
  • Ability to push book carts or cages and walk considerable distances.
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow organisational systems.
  • Knowledge of health and safety procedures in a workplace setting.
  • A competent IT user
  • Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.
Benefits:
  • Competitive hourly rate.
  • Immediate start with full-time hours.
  • Central London location with easy access to public transport.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.