Library Resource Assistant / Driver | Part Time | Preston

Salary £24,796 - £25,185 Per Annum Pro-Rata | 30 hours per week | Permanent, Part Time | Preston

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• Library Resource Assistant / Driver 
• Salary £24,796 - £25,185, per annum, pro-rata 
• Permanent
• Part Time – 30 hours per week
• Preston, Lancashire

Are you a team player, passionate about driving with knowledge of the Lancashire area?

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Library Resource Assistant / Driver to support our internal transportation and delivery service across the county. In this role, you will ensure that library materials are packed, transported, and delivered efficiently and safely helping us keep services running smoothly.

Lancashire Libraries are a vital service that provide welcoming, inclusive spaces where people of all ages can connect, learn and feel safe. We're proud to offer access to quality resources, knowledgeable and friendly staff, and a supportive environment for everyone.

What you'll be doing:

As a Library Resource Assistant / Driver, you'll support the delivery of a high-quality library and information service. 

This includes:

• Carry out driving, packing, and delivery duties across the county

• Ensure the safe and efficient packing and movement of library materials

• Complete routine vehicle checks and basic maintenance

• Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and service users

• Contribute to the smooth running of our internal delivery service

This post is 30 hours per week, working Monday to Friday. 6 hours per day, between the hours of 7:30am to 2:30pm. The role is based in Preston but covers the whole Lancashire County.

What we’re looking for:

Our ideal person will:

• Have a love of driving and hold a valid, clean, driving licence

• Bring excellent communication skills and a practical, hands‑on approach to the role

• Be confident in operating an efficient delivery service, including the collection, redistribution, packing, and safe delivery of library materials across the county

• The role involves manual handling, so you’ll be comfortable lifting, carrying, and moving items safely in line with training and guidance

• Ability to manage and carry out routine vehicle checks to ensure vehicles are road worthy

• Manage your workload effectively 

• Work well both independently and as part of a wider team

• Be reliable, have good organisation, and a commitment to providing a high‑quality, and responsive service

Why join us?

• A competitive salary and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.

• A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave (pro rata), rising with length of service, plus Bank Holidays.

• Weekend pay enhancements.

• Employee Assistance Programme, credit union, counselling, and discounts on phone contracts, gym and lots more!

How to apply:

Applications must be submitted online. If you require any further information about this role, please contact CS.businesssupport@lancashire.gov.uk. 

Before submitting your application, please make sure you have given good examples of how you meet the criteria detailed on the job description and person specification (see attached at the bottom of the advert).

Other information:

Please note the salary quoted for this position is the full time equivalent. This position is part time, therefore, the salary received will be paid on a pro–rata basis.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab. 

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

Job description and person specification