Learning Technologies Librarian
- Full-time
- Weekly Hours / Programmed Activities: 37.5
- Salary Band: Band 6
- Staff Group: Administrative and Clerical
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Job Area: Admin and Corporate
Company Description
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust.
Job Description
NHS Salary Band: Band 6
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum
Work Location: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham
Hours per week: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Thursday 24th October 2024 (Please note: we may interview on receipt of application and the role may close before the closing date)
Are you a librarian with a passion for technology? We're seeking a dedicated Learning Technologies Librarian to join our dynamic team.
As a Learning Technologies Librarian, you will drive innovation and improve learning outcomes by developing and implementing cutting-edge online learning resources. You will oversee the management of our library and eLearning facilities, ensuring they are accessible and efficiently utilized.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and development: Create engaging digital content and training materials in collaboration with subject matter experts.
- Library management: Maintain and enhance the library and eLearning facilities, including researching and suggesting improvements.
- Technology implementation: Research and implement online learning technologies to support effective learning initiatives.
- eResource management: Oversee a wide range of eResources, including the Library Management System, OpenAthens, e-Books platforms, and more.
- Subscription management: Manage library resource subscriptions, ensuring 24/7 access and resolving technical issues.
- Data analysis: Collect and present data on resource activity and impact.
- Knowledge sharing: Facilitate training and knowledge sharing sessions to connect staff and learners with digital resources.
- Technology awareness: Promote the benefits of using learning technologies among educators and trainees.
- Library operations: Provide day-to-day support for library operations and ensure policies and procedures are followed.
- Service improvement: Contribute to wider service improvement plans and identify opportunities for technological advancements.
For more information, please refer to Job Description.
Qualifications
Essential
Degree in a relevant subject (Library & Information Management)/ post graduate diploma in librarianship, information science, or equivalent.
Desirable
Further qualifications or professional experience of working in digital education and/or learning technology, or equivalent area.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in using & developing digital / online learning, or the equivalent
- Experience of using digital tools and software, e.g. photography, video, spreadsheets, social media, editing and collaborative tools
- Experience of working with learning facilities and learning aids (e.g. video conferencing, electronic white boards, etc.)
- Experience of working in a library /training or education environment Experience of working in a customer service environment / supporting troubleshooting
Desirable
- Experience with content management systems for intranet / internet development
- Experience of successful engagement with a wide range of stakeholders to define requirements
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding and working knowledge of online platforms and multimedia software and their potential for supporting learning and development
- Evidence of ongoing personal development and interest in the field of e-Learning and use of virtual learning technologies
- Advanced IT skills with high level of experience of using all Microsoft Office applications including Teams, PowerPoint.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to develop constructive working relationships with stakeholders
- Experience of team working, building and maintaining effective working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment
- Knowledge of lesson building software (e.g. Storyline, etc.); content management systems (e.g. Lib Guides, etc.); learning management systems and Library management systems.
Desirable
- An understanding of the NHS and the information needs of its staff
- Awareness of education in the NHS
- An understanding of partnership working in the NHS
Additional Information
The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.
We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.