St Just in Penwith Town Council – Library Team Leader Vacancy

Part time: 17.5 hours per week / NJC range 10 (£27694 pro rata £13062.59)

Tuesday 9am – 5pm, Thursday 9am – 5pm and Saturday 10am – 1pm

 Why join St Just in Penwith Town Council:

We are a supportive and community-focused workplace where your wellbeing and professional growth are valued.

We offer:

• Local Government Pension Scheme employer contribution for 2025-26: 19.5%
• Competitive pay aligned with the National Joint Council (NJC)
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Additional 4 days annual leave after five years of service (pro rata)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive sickness absence policy

Purpose of the role:

St Just in Penwith Town Council is seeking a proactive and community-focused Team Leader to oversee the day-today operations of our vibrant Library Hub. This role places a strong emphasis on library services, outreach, and meaningful engagement with the local community.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about public service, thrives in a leadership role, and is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming space for learning, engagement, and community connection.

You’ll lead a knowledgeable and committed team, offering clear guidance and support to deliver consistent, high-quality services that make a meaningful difference to our community.

Join us in shaping the future of St Just in Penwith Town Council’s Library Hub and making a lasting impact in the heart of our town.

The ideal candidate will:

• Bring proven experience in operational and library management
• Have strong knowledge of library services and community engagement
• Be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, interpersonal abilities and a commitment to serving the community
• Be able to follow established policies, procedures and instructions to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the library hub
• Be a strong leader, supporting and developing the team
• Have a proven track record of actively engaging in outreach work, fostering strong relationships with the community and key stakeholders

Contract:

Permanent, part-time, 17.5 hours per week (typically Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday)

Location:

St Just in Penwith Library, St Just

How to Apply:

Applications will only be accepted on the official Town Council application form which includes space for a supporting statement of 750 to 1000 words, please read and understand the Job Description and Person Specification thoroughly as this is what your written evidence will be assessed against.

Share with us what makes you suited to this role and why, what you can do and the skills you have that are transferable to the key requirements, and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role.  CV’s will not be accepted.

Please contact the Town Clerk – Sue Ninnis for an application form, job description and person specification at clerk@stjusttowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01736 788412

Interview:

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview. This, along with a number of questions will be used to assess your suitability for the role. We would also invite prospective candidates to visit the library and redesign the space to make it a more welcoming and user-friendly area, and submit this with your application. If you are unable to visit please let me know and I can arrange to send you a video of the space.

Selection and Feedback:

We will notify you if you have been shortlisted for interview. Feedback will only be provided following an interview.

Any successful candidate will be DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checked.

Closing Date: Wednesday 8th October 2025 5pm

Interview Date: Week commencing 13^th October 2025

Start Date: Tuesday 11^th November 2025

All dates are provisional.