PAY AND BENEFITS
Salary
Circa £70,000 per annum
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The Library is currently transitioning from its existing pay and grading system. Up until now it has followed the single-spine pay scale established in the 2003 Framework Agreement negotiated between the University and Colleges Employers’ Association (UCEA) and the major trade unions representing university employees. However, it is in the process of implementing a new pay system under which roles are evaluated and benchmarked to establish an appropriate salary range. The range for this role has been calculated as £63,840 – £74,480. Future increase will be determined by an annual pay award comprising of an amount related to any inflation in the cost of living and an additional amount related to skills acquisition.
Annual leave entitlement
30 days plus 11 days when the Library is closed for public holidays.
Pension
The Library offers a Group Personal Pension Plan provided by Scottish Widows and will match employee contributions up to 6% of salary.
Meal allowance
In addition to salary, the Library gives a taxable “meal allowance” of £2.08 per day (£540.80 per year) to all members of staff working a full seven-hour day.
Season tickets and bicycle loans
Interest-free loans for the purchase of season tickets and/or bicycles for travelling to and from work.
Access to collections
Staff may make full borrowing use of the Library’s collections (up to 10 books at a time) and online resources.
Discount on London Library membership
Staff may extend a 50% discount on Library membership to family or friends (limited to two per year; applies to first year of membership only)
Book purchase and binding
Staff may purchase books for themselves, taking advantage of the discounts negotiated by the Library. Discounts on binding personal books may also be arranged.
Training and development
The Library is committed to the support and development of all staff. We aim to ensure that all members of staff not only have the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to be successful in their roles but also to fulfil their career potential.
Rest facilities
Staff-room with small kitchen and dining area offering free tea- and coffee-making facilities.
