Is responsible for cataloguing library resources, maintaining library records, managing budgets and planning book donations. Facilitates activities for children under the age of 8 years to engage them in literacy as well as creative expression through reading and writing. Is able to secure sustainable funds for the library by organising free and paid events in the local community for children.

Responsible to: Community Learning Centre Manager

Purpose of the role:

• Interact with the local community, including parents, young people and children to engage them in the library
• Promote access to the library by conducting promotional activities
• Establish a network together with the Community Learning Centre Manager and local partners, such as schools and after school clubs
• Facilitate activities for children under the age of 8 years to engage and inspire them for literacy, creative ways of learning

Responsibilities and detailed job descriptions:

• Collect and catalogue library resources including books and other publications
• Help people locate reference or leisure reading materials
• Maintain library records
• Facilitate training on how to use the library
• Perform regular audits of the information and inventory
• Check the quality of the books and re-order if necessary
• Manage budget, planning and any volunteer activities
• Oversee the check-out process for books and other resource materials
• Make sure the library meets the needs of the users
• Raise funds for the library by organising events and/ or membership system
• Organise regular activities for children under the age of 8 years (such as story telling time, inter school competitions, themed drawing sessions) to inspire them