The Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic Learning Resources Assistant to join the New City College library team based at our BSix campus with occasional working at our other nearby site at Hackney campus. We serve a culturally and socially diverse community and offer a wide variety of courses from Entry to postgraduate levels. This role would suit candidates with experience in a library setting, either public or academic. Key Responsibilities: Duties include: stock circulation; assisting curriculum staff and students in their use of the learning resources centre including locating print and online resources and providing basic support in the use of IT; staffing the circulation desk; assisting the librarian in processing resources; preparing displays and promoting stock. Who You Are: You should have a strong customer-focus, patience, good organisational and communication skills, the ability to manage your own workload with minimal supervision, and enjoy working with young people in a customer-focused environment. You should have experience in a customer-facing environment, and library experience, whilst not essential, is highly desirable. Good IT skills are essential as you will be supporting students’ computer use in addition to meeting their reading and information needs. You need to be educated to A-level equivalent standard and be passionate about delivering a high-quality service and have the flexibility, creativity and imagination to engage every learner and encourage them to succeed. What We Offer: Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff. Support staff fall under the Local Government Pension Scheme Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube). On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks. Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting. Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program. 20% discount on fees at Hackney Campus Nursery. Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel. Technology Access: Office 365 and Adobe Suite available for personal devices. The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. About New City College: New City College is a sector leading college group with campuses spanning east London and south-west Essex as well as two language schools. When you join NCC, you'll join a forward-thinking, dynamic team, sharing best practice to deliver first class education and skills for the benefit of our students and wider communities. Our college environment is second to none. We boast industry standard facilities and equipment, expert staff and partnerships with other high-profile organisations which all prepare students for progression to higher education or successful careers. Furthermore we make sure we're a step ahead when it comes to the skills and technology needed for the jobs of tomorrow, so that employers across the region - and nationally - know where to come to update their staff teams' skills and qualifications. New City College's 7-college merger and our combined skills and expertise places us at the forefront of further education in the UK, spanning sixth form education, adult skills, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130m, 20,000 students and 2,000 staff it is one of the strongest and most influential FE organisations in the country. At New City College we're proud of our inclusive and diverse staff and student community. We are united in our zero tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we develop our longer-term vision, we will continue to ensure that we invest in our staff and other resources to provide a distinctive offer and excellent, supportive learning environment which meets the needs of students and employers and prepares local people for their exciting future. As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the College. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request. New City College aims to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from a BAME background.
