Library clerks and assistants

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Average salary

Average annual salary UK | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

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Average weekly hours

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3.6%

Unemployment rate

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Definition: Library clerks and assistants

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 4135

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

Common tasks include:

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

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.

*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.

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Alternative & related job titles: Library clerks and assistants

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