Senior Librarian, Stornoway Library (0466)
37 hours per week, Fixed Term
£36,847 to £40,995 per annum (inclusive of £2,997 Distant Islands Allowance per annum)
A Senior Librarian is required to join the Western Isles Library Service for a fixed term position. The postholder will be responsible for the management, development and delivery of collection services and will support the Libraries Manager in the authority-wide development and promotion of library and information services, ensuring that local and national needs are met and that the service delivers on the aims of Scotland's Public Library Strategy.
The successful candidate will lead, organise and motivate the Western Isles Library team, promoting library collections through a range of activities, events and programmes for all ages and communities. They will also contribute to service improvement, collection development, staff training and development, partnership working and the effective management of library resources across the Western Isles.
Applicants should hold a Degree in Library and Information Science, or a degree in another subject together with a postgraduate qualification in Library and Information Science. A relevant professional qualification, such as Chartered Membership of CILIP, and experience of working in a professional library and information environment are essential. Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills are required, together with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a team.
Experience of budget management, stock management and reader development programmes would be advantageous. Knowledge of Gaelic, or a willingness to learn, is also desirable.
The post involves occasional irregular working, including evenings and Saturdays, as required.
The post is fixed term for the duration of the current post holder’s absence.
Interviews are proposed to take place on Friday 21st August 2026 and they will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
Closing Date: Thursday 13 August 2026
Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance. Appointment to the post will be on the first point of the grade.
Please note that sponsorship is not available, or being offered, in connection to this post.
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Àrd Leabharlannaiche, Leabharlann Steòrnabhaigh (0466)
37 uair a thìde gach seachdain, Cùmhnant Cuibhrichte
£36,847 gu £40,995 gach bliadhna (a’ gabhail a-steach £2,997 Chuibhreann Eileanan Iomalach sa bhliadhna)
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Ceann-latha: Diardaoin 13 Lùnastal 2026
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