Information Skills Librarian

Our aim is to transform education and, in doing so, transform the lives of the individuals and communities we serve. We are recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:

• 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024)
  • 1st in Wales for 7 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024)

Our success is driven by the commitment, skill, knowledge and ability of our people. We are building on this strong culture to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

- THE ROLE –

As part of the Skills Development team, the post holder will focus on the development of specialist, curriculum focused academic and information skills. As part of a small team of Information Skills Librarians, you will deliver sessions that comprise the Academic and InfoSkills programme to students at all levels and across a variety of academic areas as well as to staff as part of our annual staff development programme. You will take into account the differing needs of students as they progress in their academic careers, and aim to develop academic success, lifelong transferable skills and employability of our student body.

You will require excellent interpersonal and team working skills, and the ability to liaise with academic colleagues and work collaboratively across the institution. A commitment to and knowledge of contemporary Digital and Information Literacy developments are essential, as is the ability to work strategically to deliver services aligned with the University’s objectives and values.

Please refer to the job description for details on the essential criteria required for this role.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -

• - Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
• - For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
• - This post is not eligible for sponsorship

Interview date: TBC

£31,236 to £34,610 pro rata per annum / Grade 5