Library Manager

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Merton Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 12 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Library Manager this role will be: Morden Library SM4 5DX

The right candidate will:

As Library Manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of staff, ensuring consistently high standards of customer service, and the effective management of the building, including health and safety compliance.

• Responsible for recruiting, developing and managing staff to deliver a high quality, excellent and first class customer focused library service.
• Responsible for the recruitment, development, retention and deployment of volunteers in a designated library or libraries.
• Undertake appraisals and regular 1:1s for all staff. Draw up staff development plans and facilitate their achievement.
• Deploy staff, volunteers and security guards within your designated library/libraries to ensure the provision of a reliable and quality service. Support other libraries as required.
• Ensure adherence to all Council and library service policies and standards as well as Health & Safety and Audit requirements. Maintain up-to-date and accurate people and building documentation.
• Responsible for designated library buildings and ensuring that buildings are maintained to a high standard. Liaise with Facilities Management to ensure that any issues are reported and fixed in a timely manner. 

We require the following:

• A strong understanding of how libraries contribute to community needs and council priorities is essential.
• Applicants must have a minimum of two years’ experience working within a library service, together with at least two years’ direct experience managing staff, including supervision, performance management, rota management, training, and staff development.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,