Modern Apprentice (Libraries)

Service: Economy and Culture Section: Culture and InformationLocation: Colwyn Bay Library and Abergele LibrarySalary: Minimum wage, Age 16-17 £4.62 per hour, Age 18-20 £6.56 per hour, Age 21-22 £8.36 per hour, Age 23 and over £8.91 per hourHours and Basis: 37 hours per week 18 months – fixed termWelsh Language Skills: EssentialManager details for informal discussion regarding the post: Morag Wight, Librarian – Colwyn Bay, 01492 577510, morag.wight@conwy.gov.uk Are you enthusiastic about books and reading and would like to promote and discuss books with readers?Do you want to gain work experience and develop a variety of skills while working in busy libraries? We have created an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to work between Colwyn Bay and Abergele Library assisting with providing a valuable service to library users.In partnership with Grŵp Llandrillo Menai you will work towards a Level 2 Apprenticeship in Libraries, Archives and Information Services Certificate.To be considered for this position you must possess good GCSE grades including English at grade C and above. You will need to be able to demonstrate good customer service skills. Communication skills in written and spoken English and Welsh are essential, along with good organisational skills including the ability to listen and empathise with customersConwy is committed to equality of opportunity and we welcome applications from all sections of our community. There is an option for disabled people to apply on different formats. Please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 for further advice.Candidates must complete our application form to be considered. CVs by themselves will not be accepted. If you have not received an interview invitation within three weeks of the closing date, you must assume that you have not been short listed for interview.Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.