Senior Learning Resources Officer
Closing date for application: 26th May 2026
Interview date: 8th June 2026
Aims of Job / Job Purpose:
The main responsibility of the post is to assist in the upkeep and development of an efficient library service for the students and staff of South and City College Birmingham. The SRO ensures that the library offers consistently high standards of advice and support to students.
This post works closely with other SROs and the Manager of Library Services.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Actively co‑operate with curriculum staff in finding and choosing library materials and developing service to support teaching in all areas.
- Assist in prioritising itemised estimates for library spending.
- Support HE courses and agree on enhanced facilities for them.
- Assist in the development of the library's Attain pages.
- Liaise with other campus libraries.
- Ensure the library's compliance with College policies, particularly Health & Safety and Equal Opportunities.
- Liaise as appropriate with external agencies.
- Provide leadership to library assistants.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
- Comply with internal and external quality standards and contribute to the College's strategic aims.
- Comply with college policies and procedures and health and safety regulations.
- Support safeguarding and promote students' welfare.
- Maintain confidentiality in relation to all College information and comply with Data Protection Legislation.
- Participate in the College's Appraisal scheme and undertake any training as required.
- Support and actively participate in the implementation of the College's Equal Opportunity policies.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Successful applicant will be subject to pre‑employment checks including enhanced DBS, prohibition check, childcare disqualification (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work.
- All applicants must provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5‑year period.
- Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English sufficient to carry out the tasks of the role.
- All necessary training will be provided to comply with Data Protection, Health and Safety and other College policies.
- Applicants must agree to the College's Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding policies.
About South and City College Birmingham
We are one of the largest further education providers in the UK, with eight campuses across the city. We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education.
Our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding educational and economic resource, providing outstanding vocational education and training.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to our institution.
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