Knowledge Assistant

Organisation
University of Winchester
Contact Email
servicedesk@winchester.ac.uk
Mission group (if applicable)
Cathedrals group
FTE staff per library service
20 - 29
Sector
Higher Education
Job role area
archives and special collections
content and cataloguing
systems
Last uploaded
21/02/2026
Date of review
3 Year

Job Description

Summary

The University of Winchester is seeking a Knowledge Assistant to join its Knowledge & Digital Services team. The role involves ensuring all library content required by the university is ordered on time, updated, and managed effectively. Key responsibilities include ordering, receipting, and paying invoices; updating records and resource lists; managing collections; and communicating with suppliers, students, and academic staff.

The ideal candidate has a GCSE A-C in Maths and English, experience in inventory ordering or control and working in a content acquisitions or library service. Familiarity with Ex Libris Alma, Primo, or Leganto is desired, as is an understanding of library content or resources and the purpose and structure of resource lists. Essential skills include working unsupervised, attention to detail, and teamwork. The candidate should be curious, eager to learn, able to handle deadlines and fluctuating workloads, and demonstrate commitment to the university's values.