Are you looking for a role where you can make a real difference to students' learning and wellbeing every day?
Do you enjoy providing excellent customer service and helping others make the most of technology, resources and opportunities?
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated Library Advisor who has strong IT skills and a passion for literacy. You will work as part of the library team at Eastbourne whose primary focus is ensuring equal access to books, resources, IT and safe space for students to learn and unwind in. The library team pride themselves in providing a safe and inclusive service that is designed to meet the needs of the whole college community.
This exciting role will include:
- Delivering excellent front-line customer service and responding to a wide range of library and IT-related enquiries.
- Supporting students to access library resources, use online systems and develop their digital skills using Microsoft 365 and Google applications.
- Promoting reading, literacy and independent learning through displays, activities and one-to-one support.
- Helping to maintain a safe, inclusive and welcoming study environment where all students can thrive.
If you can demonstrate the following, then we’d love to hear from you:
- Level 2 English and Maths and a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent).
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff from a wide range of backgrounds.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 and cloud-based applications such as Google Drive and Google Classroom.
- The ability to troubleshoot basic IT issues, manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a busy team.
- Closing date: 26th July 2026
- Interview Date: 5th August 2026
(Due to recruitment requirements and the timing of the academic year, we are unable to offer alternative interview dates for this position)
College location: Eastbourne Campus
Annual salary: Circa £24,500 per annum FTE, (pro rata based on hours worked and term-time weeks)
Hours: Part-time, Term-Time Only – up to 30 hours TBC.
Interested in both Library vacancies? Simply apply for one role and email [email protected] to let us know you'd like to be considered for the other role too. There's no need to complete two applications.
In return, we can offer you:
A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.
To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.
For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email [email protected]. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.
OTHER INFORMATION:
East Sussex College is a values-driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.
Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.
We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at [email protected] and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.
At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.
Recruitment Agencies
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