Librarian
- Employer
- The Open University
- Location
- Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
- Salary
- Up to £34304 per annum + 36 days holiday a year plus BHs
- Closing date
- 10 Feb 2022
Job Details
Change your career, change lives
The Open University is the UK's largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Learner and Discovery Services (LDS) is the award-winning unit of The Open University responsible for the production and delivery of the University's curriculum; it also has a central role in the design of learning materials.
They are looking to recruit a Learning and Teaching Librarian to join them until 31st July 2023 on a contract basis. Paying £34,304 per annum and working a 37 hour week.
Due to social distancing measures this position is initially home-based. Typically, the position is based at the OU's Milton Keynes campus, and future campus-based working may be required and equipment is provided.
The role
The award-winning OU Library is seeking a qualified librarian who will;
Support learning and teaching activities, including the development of students as independent learners, by providing advice and guidance on the access to and use of library content, resources and services to meet the needs of students, learners and University staff.
Work in partnership across the OU's Learner and Discovery Services (LDS) portfolio and with faculty colleagues to support the growing digital capabilities agenda and integrate library content systematically into the curriculum using new and innovative approaches as appropriate.
Skills and experience
- You will have the ability to excite and engage students and academics by designing and delivering digital capabilities and resource-based learning activities to enhance the curriculum.
- Understand the pedagogic use of online resources and technologies in distance learning and have awareness of accessibility issues.
- Have the ability, to work with and influence academic and professional services colleagues.
- You will have a flexible, proactive approach, and excellent Interpersonal communication and organisational skills.
Our client offers a great range of benefits that support their employees and their families for the long term. Benefits include an attractive pension proposition and 36 days holiday per annum pro rata, plus Bank Holidays.
The client promotes diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
If you feel this role is on interest, and you are interested in reviewing a full person specification, please apply online or contact either Sophie Holmes or Angela Hoxley on 01908 246715.
Company
Manpower are working with The Open University as their strategic partner for all temporary, contingent and permanent requirements across their various locations.
How would you like to help someone change their life?
The Open University is the UK's largest university, a world leader in flexible part-time education combining a mission to widen access to higher education with research excellence, transforming lives through education. Our research underpins the teaching we deliver to some 200,000 students as the UK's largest university. Nearly three quarters (72%) of Open University research was assessed as world-leading or internationally excellent.
Uniquely we operate within the four nations of the UK, with nation offices in Belfast, Cardiff and Edinburgh as well as regional offices in England and our head office in Milton Keynes.
All of our roles play a key part in our students' journey. The Open University helps anyone in the UK better themselves, whatever their age, background or circumstances. Dip into our series of Open Diaries and discover what it's like for our students to take that life-changing step that you could be a part of.
Testimonials
Jo Priddey
I started working with the OU as temporary staff through Manpower during the pandemic. I thought the initial training was fantastic and felt well prepared to start working. When I was offered a permanent position it was great that the OU took my personal needs into consideration so that I am able to complete my degree and work 4 days a week.
Charles White
The recruitment process was smooth from start to finish. As an applicant, it was useful to have the selection process made clear to you from the outset. Communication from Manpower was, and remains, good. Excellent candidate care continues to be provided, they are both responsive and proactive.
Anonymous
So far the Open University has been the best job I have ever had, a very relaxed environment, everyone open to helping one another, no pressure and all trainers prioritise the quality of calls rather than the quantity.
Sarah George
Whilst working at the Open University, the support I have received has been outstanding; from colleagues at advisor level, to the senior management team, there is not a question or query that has not been resolved without a swift and appropriate response.
Thecla Chakunte
Working with the Open University has opened me to a lot. There are a lot of trainings to improve your skills and open you to other possibilities. There is room for growth. A lot of it. And did you know you can study for FREE as permanent staff? Wow! There are other juicy perks too.
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