Internal applicants only: Collection Support Service Assistant
This is a Temporary, Part Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
The role is 17.5 hours per week (Wednesday 3.5 hours and Thursday/Friday 7 hours or split the hours evenly across the 3 days) and fixed term for 6 months.
We are seeking a Collection Support Service Assistant to join our team, contributing to our commitment to care for and provide access to Library collections. This is an exciting and varied role where the right candidate will focus on delivering excellent customer service along with preserving these collections for future generations.
The ideal candidate will have a conscientious, enthusiastic approach to their work. You will also be able to work accurately under pressure and take an innovative approach to problem solving. Dealing with colleagues and other departments requires excellent verbal and written communication skills.
You will be able to multi-task and meet set deadlines, both individually and as part of a team. The post involves a great deal of walking, along with manual handling and working at height with use of step ladders so a reasonable level of fitness is required.
You can contact Roslyn Hall (CSS Team Leader) if you have any questions about the post. Interviews will be held on 13 November 2026 at Causewayside.
The National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland preserves the memory of the nation with collections that span the centuries, from the earliest times to the digital age. Our collections document the influence of Scots at home and abroad, while reflecting the ideas and cultures of the world. They cover all aspects of human endeavour in multiple formats, including books, manuscripts, archives, websites, maps, music, moving image and sound.
We support education, research, business and innovation and our work enhances the reputation of Scotland as a country with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant future. We are committed to providing easy access to our physical and digital collections and delivering services that are open and available to all. It is a place for inspiration, exploration and enjoyment, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
There are around 320 of us working at the Library who all contribute in different ways, whether welcoming our visitors, planning our events and exhibitions, developing and caring for our collections or looking after our buildings and people.
The Benefits
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