Darlington Libraries hiring for two new roles - how to apply

With vacancies now listed on their website, Darlington Libraries, which is part of Darlington Borough Council, is advertising for a full-time permanent Library Operations Manager and a part-time fixed-term Audience Development Assistant.

Both of the roles are based at Darlington Library.

The council said they are seeking a “highly organised and forward-thinking” Library Operations Manager to lead frontline service delivery across Darlington and Cockerton Libraries, including outreach services.

The listing says: “Working closely with the Library Manager, you will drive excellent customer service, lead and support staff, and play a key role in delivering the Library Plan.

“You will oversee premises management working closely with the Council’s Corporate Landlord team to ensure safe, welcoming and well-maintained environments for both customers and staff. 

“You will also help shape our engagement-led approach and drive digital initiatives.”

According to the advert, the successful candidate will have strong operational experience within a similar public-facing service, excellent people skills, and will be able to understand and use library management systems.

The role is a 37-hour permanent position with a salary of £39,152 to £41,771 a year, and applications close on June 29.

Meanwhile, the new Audience Development Assistant role is being offered as a two-year fixed-term post to join the audience development team working across libraries, schools, and community venues.

Darlington library (Image: SARAH CALDECOTT)

The listing says: “We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and organised individual to join our audience development team working across libraries, schools, and community venues.

“The successful candidate will have their own transport and help to take our popular Bookstart Rhymetime sessions out into the community.

“They will also work with partners in health and education to offer further opportunities for people to engage with library services both within our library buildings, and at external venues across the town.”

The part-time term-time role is 30 hours a week, typically spread over four or five days, with a salary of £26,403 to £26,824 a year pro rata. Applications close on July 5.

Both posts require an enhanced DBS check.

The council said staff benefits include access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working, training and development opportunities, wellbeing support , retail discounts and many more.

To apply, you can visit the North East Jobs website or via the Darlington Borough Council website.