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Sandwell College

Library & Information Coordinator

Sandwell, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Library & Information Coordinator Application Deadline: 7 July 2026 Department: Central ILT Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Sandwell College Compensation: £17,836 / year Description We are seeking an ent…

Skills: Library Management, Information Management, Digital Literacy, Customer Service, Cataloguing

Sandwell College

Lecturer in Psychology

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$27k–$48k/yr

Mid level

Lecturer in Psychology Application Deadline: 12 August 2026 Department: Cadbury Humanities Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Cadbury College Compensation: £26,661 - £48,160 / year Description Cadbury Colle…

Skills: Psychology, Teaching, Curriculum development, Course planning, Tutoring

Sandwell College

Learning Support Assistant

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$18k–$21k/yr

Entry level

Learning Support Assistant Application Deadline: 26 August 2026 Department: Cadbury Student Services Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time Location: Cadbury College Compensation: £18,306 - £21,209 / year Description Ar…

Skills: Classroom management, Behaviour management, Literacy support, Numeracy support, One-to-one support

Library & Information Coordinator

Sandwell College

Sandwell, England, United Kingdom • On-site

Mid level

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Full-time
high school, professional certificate
Competitive salaries, 35-50 days of annual leave, Bank holidays, Christmas time off, Development days, Career pathways
Posted 50d ago
Apply by Jul 7
~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The coordinator manages the daily operations of the Library and Learning Centre, including staffing desks and maintaining digital and physical collections. They are also responsible for delivering IT inductions, promoting digital innovation, and supporting students with information literacy.

Requirements

Candidates must possess GCSEs in English and Maths, along with Level 2 IT and Level 3 Library or Information Science qualifications. Experience in an educational library environment and proficiency in library management systems are required.

Full job description

Library & Information Coordinator

Application Deadline: 7 July 2026

Department: Central ILT

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Sandwell College

Compensation: £17,836 / year

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Library and Information Coordinator to join our IT and Network Services team at Sandwell College for a permanent, term time only opportunity.

This is an exciting opportunity for a customer-focused individual with experience of library services, information management and digital technologies. You will play a key role in supporting students and staff by delivering an excellent library and learning resource service, promoting digital literacy and helping learners access the resources they need to succeed.

Working closely with curriculum teams, Learning Centre Assistants and IT Services colleagues, you will coordinate library operations, support digital innovation initiatives and contribute to creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment across the College.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day operation of Library and Learning Centre services
Staff library desks, issuing and receiving resources whilst supporting users with their information needs
Coordinate the work of Learning Centre Assistants and support the delivery of high-quality customer service
Develop and maintain library collections, catalogues and digital resources in collaboration with curriculum teams
Plan and deliver library, information literacy and IT induction sessions for students and staff
Promote Learning Centre resources and services across the College
Support and champion AI and digital innovation initiatives
Develop and deliver workshops on citation, referencing and plagiarism awareness
Provide first-line digital support in partnership with IT Services teams
Monitor and maintain library systems, resources and learning materials
Support students and staff with access to IT, audio-visual and learning technologies
Contribute to the continuous development and improvement of library services

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

GCSE English and Maths or equivalent qualifications
A Level 2 or higher qualification in IT/ICT
A Level 3 or higher qualification in Library, Information Science or a related discipline
Experience of working within a library, learning resource centre or similar educational environment
Experience of using library management systems and maintaining library catalogues
Experience of supporting students and staff with information, learning and digital resources
Experience of delivering presentations, inductions or workshops to groups
Strong digital skills and confidence using IT and audio-visual technologies
Excellent communication, organisational and administrative skills
The ability to supervise and coordinate the work of others
A welcoming, supportive and customer-focused approach
A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding

Benefits

✅ Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around

🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential

🚀 Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed

🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute

💆♀️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more

🏋 Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best

💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles

🛍 Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount

📜 Free Will Writing – We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning

💉 Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you

🧘 Wellbeing Support – Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health

🏆 We Celebrate You! – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.

At Sandwell College, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us and help create an outstanding learning environment that supports student success through information, technology and innovation.

Related keywords

Library Management SystemsInformation ScienceDigital LiteracyLearning Resource CentreAIDigital InnovationCataloguingReferencingPlagiarismAudio-Visual TechnologyICTEducationInformation LiteracyDBS CheckSafeguarding

About Sandwell College

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A Careers College - Your Future Our Focus

Industry: Education Management
Company size: 201-500 employees
Founded: 1840
Headquarters: West Bromwich
LinkedIn followers: 5,968

Central Campus Sandwell College is one of the newest FE Colleges in the UK and is a landmark for the development of education and training in the region. Situated in an iconic building in the heart of West Bromwich, the College attracts learners from across Birmingham and the Black Country. The majority of our learners are 16-18 and studying on full time courses; either vocational courses designed to prepare them for the modern workplace or academic study in our brand new sixth form Central Sixth. We also welcome thousands of adult learners on to a wide variety of full time, part time and short courses ranging from Entry Level to Foundation Degrees, Level 5 vocational programmes and CPD programmes. We also have a rapidly expanding apprenticeship programme and a broad range of training courses designed to meet the needs of regional and local employers including work-based learning, bespoke training and short courses to suit the demands of individual businesses. If you’d like to see what one of the largest Further Education Colleges in the West Midlands could offer you, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Offices: 1 Spon Lane, West Bromwich, B70 6AW, GB

Further EducationApprenticeshipsEmployabilityCareers Guidanceand Student ServicesEducation

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About Sandwell College

LinkedIn Visit site

A Careers College - Your Future Our Focus

Industry: Education Management
Company size: 201-500 employees
Founded: 1840
Headquarters: West Bromwich
LinkedIn followers: 5,968

Central Campus Sandwell College is one of the newest FE Colleges in the UK and is a landmark for the development of education and training in the region. Situated in an iconic building in the heart of West Bromwich, the College attracts learners from across Birmingham and the Black Country. The majority of our learners are 16-18 and studying on full time courses; either vocational courses designed to prepare them for the modern workplace or academic study in our brand new sixth form Central Sixth. We also welcome thousands of adult learners on to a wide variety of full time, part time and short courses ranging from Entry Level to Foundation Degrees, Level 5 vocational programmes and CPD programmes. We also have a rapidly expanding apprenticeship programme and a broad range of training courses designed to meet the needs of regional and local employers including work-based learning, bespoke training and short courses to suit the demands of individual businesses. If you’d like to see what one of the largest Further Education Colleges in the West Midlands could offer you, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Offices: 1 Spon Lane, West Bromwich, B70 6AW, GB

Further EducationApprenticeshipsEmployabilityCareers Guidanceand Student ServicesEducation

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