North Yorkshire Council General library duties volunteering
Create a free account to applyWelcome library visitors, help them join, find resources and use self-service computers, while supporting events and keeping shelves and displays in shape. No previous experience is needed, and library staff and fellow volunteers provide ongoing training and support.
This volunteering role supports day-to-day library life and is designed to help visitors have a welcoming and efficient experience. Volunteers may meet and greet customers, help people join the library, assist with self-service, find resources, use computers and support library events.
They may also help maintain stock, displays and shelves, and keep the library safe and tidy.
The council says volunteers do not need special skills or previous experience, and there is ongoing training and support from library staff and fellow volunteers. It is a sociable role for people who enjoy working with the public, especially children, and who want to build confidence, communication skills and practical experience in a community setting.
- Volunteers of all ages, abilities and experience can apply.
- No special skills or experience are required.
- The role would suit someone who is literate and numerate.
- The role would suit someone comfortable using IT.
- The role would suit someone with good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
- The role would suit someone who can work as part of a team.
- Volunteers should have a courteous, calm approach to the public and enjoy dealing with people, especially children.
- Volunteers should be punctual and reliable.
- Volunteers should be supportive of the library's commitment to making resources and events accessible and welcoming.
- Volunteers should enjoy reading and finding out information.
- Volunteers should have a commitment to equality and diversity in the local community.
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