Salary guide
Librarian
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
LibraryInformation Services
- The British Library holds over 170 million items
Other names this job is known by
- Information Specialist
- Library Officer
Key responsibilities
- Manage library collections and resources
- Advise users on finding information
- Catalogue and classify books and materials
- Organise events and activities
- Maintain library systems and databases
- Promote reading and literacy
- Supervise staff and volunteers
- Stay updated on digital resources and trends
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in English or information studies
- Degree in library and information studies (CILIP-accredited)
- Experience in libraries
- IT and database skills
- Customer service and research skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Librarian
- Library Manager
- Information Specialist
- Academic roles
How to get the job
- Study English or information studies
- Complete a degree in library and information studies
- Gain experience in libraries
- Register with CILIP
- Progress to senior or specialist roles with further training
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