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for good reason. There is a strong delivery record, a commitment to find solutions even under challenging circumstances. We provide a service grounded in ethics in a highly skilled and empathetic way. There is a common commitment to ongoing learning to maintain and develop the skills we deploy in our work. Arts Council England, under the tenure of Sue Williamson, have shown foresight and passion in their investment in the support for public libraries and public library workers, including the funding of this Welcome Pack.
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The reason public libraries endure and are so well regarded is down to the talent, skill and dedication of the workforce. The contributors to this Welcome Pack have shown you the huge variety of tasks and roles in public libraries. Working in public libraries provides opportunities to develop and build a long and exciting career. It brings you into contact with a variety of partners and wide-ranging skills that can open doors into other parts of the wider profession. Embracing those opportunities can be the source of incredible job satisfaction and it can provide the building blocks for progression too.
The workforce you have joined is highly trusted and valued by the public and stakeholders alike and
In this Welcome Pack you will have discovered there is a wealth of resources and recognition available to support and enrich your career in public libraries. From your employer and colleagues, through to the associations who drive training and advocacy.
Be curious, explore what is available locally, nationally even internationally. Make connections to build your network. Continue to invest in yourself and seek out recognition of your skills.
You have made a remarkable choice to join the world of libraries. This is a space where your work will make a difference to people’s lives.
You are part of an incredible legacy and have the chance to help build the future. And you are welcome.
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