The role

This is a part-time (18 hours per week) job share position, offering the opportunity to play a key role in shaping library services in the Dulwich area. With an exciting full-scale refurbishment of Dulwich Library planned for 2025/26, this is a fantastic time to join and make a lasting impact.

As Library Manager, you will:

? Lead and manage staff to ensure high-quality library services.

? Oversee the day-to-day operations of Dulwich Library and support three additional local libraries.

? Work as part of the library management team to develop and deliver strategic objectives that enhance services for the community.

? Foster partnerships and engagement, working with all areas of the diverse local community.

? Contribute to the planning and development of library services in alignment with local and national priorities.

About You

We are looking for a confident and skilled leader who:

?? Has experience managing staff and services in a customer-focused environment.

?? Can take initiative, bring fresh ideas, and drive service improvements.

?? Has experience in partnership working and delivering projects in collaboration with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

?? Is passionate about libraries and their role in supporting communities.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Dulwich Library and its surrounding community hubs. If you have the experience, leadership skills, and passion for libraries, we would love to hear from you!

?? Apply now and be part of an exciting future for Dulwich libraries.

About Southwark

We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.

At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities.? Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.

Location & Working Arrangements

?? Dulwich Library and surrounding area

? Part-time, 18 hours per week (job share)

Benefits and more information:

In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Staff Benefits page.

Recruitment timetable

Advert Closing Date: 11.59 pm, Sunday 16 March 2025

Interview Date: W/C 01/04/2025

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Attachments

• Click here to view the Job description and Person specification