Job Introduction
Senior Information Assistant (Systems)
An opportunity has arisen for a passionate and motivated individual to join the team as a Senior Information Assistant. You will be responsible for assisting in delivering a first in class Library service to staff and students at BPP across the range of our provision.
What if you read the description and don't meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway - we value diverse backgrounds and are committed to inclusivity!
Why work for BPP Education Group?
It is a great time to join BPP Education Group as we have enjoyed a sustained period of growth, offering a wealth of opportunities to our staff, students and clients. There are many more great reasons to join BPP Education Group such as:
- Brilliantly, you can study any of BPP’s courses for free – be it a professional qualification or full degree.
- With hybrid working available, you’ll be able to split your time between one of our centres and wherever you choose to call home.
- We also provide a generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days, and there’s a rewards package that includes retail discounts and much more.
Other key benefits include our Group Personal Pension Plan, dedicated private healthcare and dental plans that offer additional assurance to look after you and your family
What you’ll be doing
You will be responsible for:
- Assist with the day-to-day operation, maintenance and data integrity of core library systems including the library management (SirsiDynix Symphony), content management (Springshare LibGuides/LibAnswers), access management (OpenAthens) and resource discovery (EBSCO Discovery Service) systems.
- Contribute ideas for the development of these systems to improve library processes and services to users.
- Assist with training and support to members of the library team in the use of core library systems to manage library workflows.
- Assist with the collection, collation and reporting of management information and usage statistics.
- Assist with the maintenance of an accurate library catalogue including setting standards for cataloguing and classification.
- Liaise with the technical support departments of online service providers, BPP’s IT and other departments to maintain appropriate access routes for users.
- Assist with planning and administering updates to the content and structure of the Online Library.
- Assist with the development and improvement of existing library systems and the implementation of new services in support of BPP Library and Information Service’s strategic aims.
- Maintain an awareness of current developments in relevant areas, including library systems administration and regulatory and legal issues relating to the provision of library services in higher education.
- Deputise for the Library Manager (Systems) when absent.
What we’re looking for
To be successful in this role you will need to have a proven track record in the following areas:
- Experience of supporting specialist library systems.
- High levels of IT literacy including Microsoft Office Programmes (Word, Excel Outlook).
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and innovation and to complete projects effectively.
- The ability to produce clear and concise written and oral reports.
- Educated to degree level.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail
How will this process work?
The interview process for this position will consist of the following stages:
- Competency style interview with two team members – 60 minutes
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo an academic check
BPP Education Group are proud to be a Disability Confident employer so if you need any reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please just let us know!
BPP Education Group actively promotes equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates. BPP will select candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience. Please note that for those posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check in addition to BPP undertaking any necessary online searches. This is deemed appropriate and necessary from a safeguarding perspective, and in line with BPP’s safer recruitment practices
BPP Education Group reserves the right to amend or withdraw this advertisement at any time prior to the closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications or if business needs change.
