4135 — Library clerks and assistants

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What this occupation covers

Library clerks and assistants classify, sort and file publications, documents, audio-visual and computerised material in libraries and offices.

Typical duties


sorts, catalogues and maintains library records

locates and retrieves material on request for borrowers

issues library material and records date of issue/ due date for return

classifies, labels and indexes new books

performs simple repairs on old books

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no minimum academic requirements, although entrants usually possess GCSEs/S grades or A-levels/H grades. Training is usually provided on-the-job. NVQs/ SVQs in Information and Library Services are available at levels 2 and 3.

Sponsorship information

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

DBS assessment

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ONS SOC 2020 · Appendix Skilled Occupations