Library Shadowing Scheme – updated application pack

Host Library Applicatio Pack

Library Shadowing Scheme application pack - shadow

 Attached is an updated application pack for the library shadowing scheme.  Libraries who are interested in becoming host libraries can still apply.  An application form for host libraries is also attached.  Any feedback about the scheme most welcome.

MLA Minutes – September 2007

Weslink Presentation MLA September Minutes 

The minutes of the MLA training & development group September meeting is attahed.  There was a presentation from John Rule, one of the group members, on Weslink.  Weslink are a group of higher education libraries within in the West Midlands, including the Open University, which organise events/training for HE library staff.  Previous training sessions have included information literacy and changes in libraries (aimed at library assistants).  The presentation is attached which includes points of contact.

There was also some discussion around the LLUK draft occupational standards and qualifications.  A number of local authorities don’t ask for qualified status for librarian posts as they have had problems in recruitment, others still do though or ask for a degree with the expectation that people will qualify.  From the discussion it seemed that public libraries have real problems attracting suitable candiates to posts.  There was also some discussion on the group setting up a blog to aid group communication, but this will be discussed at the next meeting.

Library Shadowing Scheme Launched

Library Shadowing Scheme Application Pack 

The Library Unit is re-launching the library shadowing scheme.  The scheme involves a member of library staff spending one day shadowing staff from another library. The scheme is open to all levels of staff. 

Key features of the scheme are:

The scheme will run throughout the year and is open to all NHS West Midlands library staff.
Libraries able to act as host libraries have been asked to complete an application; their details have been added to the application pack.
Potential shadows will contact a host library to arrange a visit.

Attached is the library shadowing scheme information pack which includes an application form.

If anyone has any comments or questions about the scheme, please leave a comment.  All feedback is welcome.