Learning Spaces Senior Library Assistant (78994-0925)

For informal enquiries, please contact Wendy Jenkinson (Learning Spaces Operations Officer) at Wendy.jenkinson@warwick.ac.uk

Flexible Working 

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

We are looking for an inspiring, credible, and authentic team player. This is an opportunity to join the Learning Spaces Team responsible for the general building operations of Library spaces. This includes supporting the maintenance of facilities and equipment and maintaining up to date and accurate data on IT equipment, as well as managing building furnishings, office equipment and supplies. The team supports the procurement of goods and services, as well as ensuring Library spaces are safe in relation to health and safety and routine risk assessments. The successful candidate will provide support for all Library spaces ensuring facilities are appropriate and accessible. It’s an opportunity to strengthen the operational delivery and development of excellent Library spaces.

We are looking for an outstanding candidate to join our Learning Spaces Team.   You will be working within a busy customer orientated environment, supporting the day-to-day provision of learning spaces. You will have a good working knowledge of health and safety issues and have effective interpersonal skills.

You will be willing to learn, keen to take on new challenges and be able to work in a constantly evolving environment. You will be highly motivated and enthusiastic.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

It has never been a better time to join the University as we celebrate our 60th anniversary and embark on a programme of transformation. To ensure we are ready to embrace our future the University will be developing our physical and digital infrastructure and services to significantly enhance our main Library and to maximise our digital experience.

You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.

With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to flexible working to help your work/life balance.

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK. 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.*

Find out more about us on our website.

* QS World University Rankings 2024, Research Excellence Framework 2021

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 9th November 2025 at 23:55 

To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include:

• Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
• Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

Your cover letter should explain:

• Your motivations for applying to the role.
• Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.

For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here. 

• Interview Date: To be confirmed
• Start Date: To be confirmed

Please note application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our flexible working arrangements.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick.

We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance.

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

• Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
• The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
• All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.

Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.