Library and Knowledge Services Manager

Job overview

We are seeking an inspiring and proactive Knowledge and Library Services Manager to lead the delivery of a high-quality, customer-focused service that supports outstanding patient care, education, research and organisational learning.

Guided by our PRIDE values – People-focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence – you will ensure that healthcare professionals, students and trainees have access to the evidence, knowledge and resources they need to make informed decisions and deliver the best possible care.

You will lead a small team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and excellent customer service. You will coordinate, develop and evaluate the service, ensuring it remains innovative, responsive and aligned to the needs of staff and learners.

This is a varied and rewarding role with a direct impact on patient outcomes, education and research.

If you are passionate about transforming library and knowledge services, championing evidence-based practice and empowering others through access to knowledge, we would love to hear from you.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference and help shape a culture of learning, innovation and excellence across the Trust.

Interview date: to be confirmed.

Main duties of the job

• You will be responsible for planning, delivering and continuously improving a range of library and knowledge services, ensuring they remain relevant, accessible and responsive to all users - this includes managing, selecting and renewing print and digital resources using usage data, stakeholder feedback, service priorities and budget considerations to maximise value and impact
• You will be required to produce reports and statistical returns, monitoring service performance, demonstrating impact and using data and feedback to inform service developments and improvements
• As the manager of the service, you will identify service priorities and determine the activities required to deliver the Strategic Library Plan and support organisational objectives
• You will be responsible for managing the newly refurbished library spaces, alongside digital service provision
• You will lead a small team, providing direction, support and development to enable high levels of performance
• You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, coordinating workloads and designing rotas to ensure services are delivered effectively
• You will also build productive relationships with colleagues across the Trust and work collaboratively with local NHS library networks and NHS England to contribute to regional and national priorities, share best practice and support service development.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached job description for full details of the role, and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.

Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 1259 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa (this includes if you are already in a sponsored post and looking to change employer). The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Please note due to high volume of applications for some posts, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role asap.