Library Assistant, Bracknell

Help shape the future of Bracknell Forest Libraries as we continue to develop our libraries into vibrant community hubs that provide greater opportunities and support for local residents. We are looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual who can quickly build positive relationships, demonstrate patience and understanding, and make a valuable contribution to our team.

The successful candidate will confidently use ICT skills to support the council’s digital transformation ambitions, helping customers access services and information in an increasingly digital environment. Flexibility is essential, as you will work across any of the Bracknell Forest libraries and may work alone. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.

• Provide a high quality service to the public by answering information enquiries in person, by telephone, and via email.
• Assist customers to issue, return and renew items using the self-service kiosks.
• Assist in the organisation and promotion of events and activities, and lead these as required for a cross section of age groups.
• Create and update monthly stock displays, while maintaining collections by identifying and removing low-demand stock using monthly reports.
• Support volunteers allocated to branches, assisting with their training and helping them to feel part of the team.

• 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days after 3 years of continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
• Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Reimbursement of one annual professional subscription or registration.
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
• Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.

At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting .

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 16 June 2026 in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Sharon Sandford – Library Services Operations Manager – 07825208163

Caroline Rashbrooke – Library Services Operations Manager – 07468709398

Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check as part of the pre-employment checks process.

We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). We cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.

No agencies please.

Equal Opportunities – Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: 01/06/2026 at 23:59

Reference: CM/26/336931