2471 — Librarians

What this occupation covers

Librarians appraise, obtain, index, collate and make available library acquisitions and organise and control other library services.

Typical duties

selects and arranges for the acquisition of books, periodicals, audio-visual and other material

collects, classifies and catalogues information, books and other material

prepares and circulates abstracts, bibliographies, book lists, etc.

identifies the information needs of clients, seeks out and evaluates information sources

establishes information storage systems to deal with queries and to maintain up to date records

manages library borrowing and inter-library loan facilities

promotes library services through displays and talks

provides learning and cultural experiences through events such as author talks, reading groups, formal and informal teaching

Entry routes and qualifications

Entry will normally require an accredited degree or postgraduate qualification. Most postgraduate courses require applicants to have had prior relevant work experience. Professional and relevant vocational qualifications at levels 2 and 3.

Sponsorship information

Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Full Table 1 going rate: £34,800 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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