Acquisitions and Collection Development Assistant
Truro and Penwith College
Truro
- Expired
- Salary:
- £18,516 - £19,718 per annum
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 21 May 2021
Job overview
52 weeks per annum
The Acquisitions and Collection Development Assistant will work directly with the Learning Services Support Team Leader and assist with the day-to-day operations of the Learning Services Team, overseeing the acquisition of resources and materials. The successful applicant will be required to actively engage in developing and promoting the Learning Services provision and its resources and provide an outstanding customer service experience to all members of the college community.
The ideal candidate will have excellent inter-personal skills, an understanding of current trends and developments within support departments and previous relevant experience. As well as a keen sense of humour and a flexible approach to addressing everyday challenges. Above all, the post holder will need to demonstrate the ability to promote a positive and successful learning experience for our students.
Applicants should hold or be willing to work towards gaining a Cilip recognised qualification in Information and/or Library Studies and have a high skill level in and knowledge of IT, especially the use of spread sheets and computerised library management systems.
The ability to undertake flexible working hours is essential, as the working pattern may include evening and weekend deployment.
We offer a generous package with benefits including up to 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and College closure days, LGPS, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts.
Closing date: 12 Noon, Friday 21 May 2021
Curriculum Vitae are not accepted, Application Forms only.
Successful candidates will be notified within 4 weeks of the closing date.
Follow the link https://www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/work-for-us for an application pack and further details or contact us on 01872 305000.
Truro and Penwith College is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo a Criminal Record (DBS) check and past employment checks.
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About Truro and Penwith College
Truro and Penwith College is one of the best tertiary colleges in the country for education and training. This further education college offers a diverse range of opportunities in Cornwall and achieved Grade 1 in every key category in a January 2007 Ofsted inspection report. Outstanding learner achievement on work based learning and employer facing provision was recognised through the re-accreditation of the Training Quality Standard in 2011.
The College has two main sites one in Truro and one in Penzance. The facilities and resources are second to none. Building on the best individual traditions of both centres, the merged Truro & Penwith College has a local and national reputation as an institution which is lively, innovative, demands high standards of its learners, but is also caring and supportive of individuals.
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