Volunteer Library Support Assistant

Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining

Contract type

Voluntary role

Location

Grantham

Closing date

15 Jun 2026

Salary

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Volunteer Library Support Assistant (UDC and PHS Reorganisation Project) 

The volunteer will support the Librarian in improving the organisation and accessibility of the library’s collections, with a particular focus on updating and standardising the Universal Decimal Classification (UDC) across the library and re-organising the collection of the Plastics Historical Society. Tasks may include checking and relabelling books, assisting with shelf‑moves, identifying inconsistencies in existing classifications, and updating existing catalogue records. The role may also involve general library duties such as shelving, locating items, and preparing displays.

 Requirements:

· Training will be provided, and no prior cataloguing experience is needed.

· Ability to attend Grantham Office

Time Commitment:

· 4 hours a week on a Monday or Thursday

CV Skills:

· Library Cataloguing using UDC

· Presenting Displays

We are particularly keen to improve the diversity of our volunteer cadre. We are happy to arrange informal conversations for anyone who wants to find out more about the post and our processes.

If this is something that interests you, please submit your CV & a statement, of no more than 150 words, describing yourself, your expertise and experience, including what you would bring to the role to Sarah Daniels, Libarian,  sarah.daniels@iom3.org by close of business on 15 June 2026

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At IOM3 we are building a diverse, inclusive and authentic Institute. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the role description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.