Head of Library Services

Organisation
University of Salford
Contact Email
library-BIC@salford.ac.uk
FTE staff per library service
75 - 99
Sector
Higher Education
Job role area
senior management and/or leadership team
Last uploaded
20/02/2026
Date of review
3 Year
Summary

The University of Salford is seeking a Head of Library Services to bring inspired leadership to the Library Services Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the delivery of innovative and effective Library services and learning spaces that support the vision of the University. The role includes strategic project management, service provision development, and contributing to the cultural life of the campus. The Head of Library Services will work closely with the University Librarian to set, monitor and manage budgets. The candidate should have a degree level or equivalent education, be professionally qualified in a relevant field and preferably a member of the Association of University Administrators. They should have experience in building and motivating high performance teams, managing change, delivering complex projects, and developing cultural outreach activities. Knowledge of the higher education environment and current issues for the delivery of library services and learning spaces is essential.