"Collections Management Library Assistant (109209-0126)"

University of Warwick - Information & Digital Group - Library

For informal enquiries, please contact Cristiana Ilie, Collections Management Officer at c.ilie@warwick.ac.uk

Collections Management Library Assistant

13:30-18:00 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 13:15-18:00 Thursday (18.25 hrs per week, working all year round)

This is a unique opportunity to join at a pivotal moment for the Library as we embark on the transformation of our services and launch a new strategy. We are looking for inspiring, credible, and authentic team players.

You will be responsible for providing support for the Library’s collection management and development activities, as well as assisting in providing access to library resources, facilities and equipment, by processing used stock, newly acquired and requested items to ensure items are accessible and available promptly to Library users.

About You

Are you looking to progress your career at a great academic library where you can thrive? Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and so do our team. We hire talented people from diverse backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it enriches our inclusive library services. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, generous holiday allowances, a friendly, flexible, and positive working environment at one of the UK’s top ten universities focused on making a better world.

You’ll be joining us at an exciting time in our development, as we develop new products and services to meet the evolving nature of learning, teaching and research. Our commitments include investing in digital technologies, and digital skills for our team.

We are looking for a person who is methodical, with good attention to detail, able to perform manual handling activities, with good communication skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.

We welcome applicants who have never considered academic library careers, as well as early-to-late-stage library professionals. Come and join us at our modern campus located close to pretty towns and villages, and beautiful countryside.

CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 17th March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.