Assistant Librarian (Academic Support)
Organisation
University of West London
Contact Email
library@uwl.ac.uk
Mission group (if applicable)
University Alliance
FTE staff per library service
30 - 39
Sector
Higher Education
Job role area
teaching, learning and/or liaison
Starting salary
£30,000 to £39,999
Last uploaded
12/08/2026
Last reviewed
3 Year
Summary
The role of the Assistant Librarian is to deliver enquiry services, liaise with students and academic colleagues, and support the learning activities of the university. Duties include creating and managing reading lists, managing print and digital book collections, providing referencing support, and participating in the design and development of learning materials.
The candidate should have a degree or equivalent experience. They should have experience in a library/information/publishing environment, excellent IT skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize. They should be adaptable, customer-focused, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.