Head of User Services
Library \& Learning Services
Location: Aston University Main Campus
Salary: £47,389 to £56,535 per annum
Grade: Grade 09
Contract Type: Permanent
Basis: Full Time
Closing Date: 23\.59 hours BST on Monday 08 June 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 30 June 2026
Reference: 0673\-26
Release Date: Monday 25 May 2026
We are seeking an experienced and forward\-thinking Head of User Services to lead our front\-line Library and Learning Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to join the senior leadership team and play a key role in delivering excellent customer service, managing a dynamic portfolio of study spaces, and ensuring high\-quality, accessible services.
You will play a central role in shaping the overall user experience for Aston students, driving inclusive and responsive services through user insight and co\-creation. This includes leading data\-informed decision making to continually adapt and improve provision in line with evolving needs.
This role will suit someone who thrives on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and who is motivated by the ambitions of the Aston 2030 strategy.
What we offer:
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family friendly policies.
- On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
- Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.
Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.
The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual’s lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions.
Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2\.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive\-aston
Guidance on AI\-Assisted Applications
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We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.
If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk
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