- Turn on computer and log in. When computer is ready, launch Google Chrome.
- Check Mailbox and Book Returns Box for newspapers (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday) and put newspapers out on their sticks with a reference only sticker from the library desk drawer.
- Check Returns Box for book returns. If there are any returns, return them to the catalogue with the TinyCat Check in/out screen.
- Get footfall sheet ready by putting in the date at the top. Take footfall through shift. Check Footfall counter spreadsheet on computer and enter footfall values.
- If there are any donations, they can be placed on the donations shelves of Stacks cupboards 3 and 4.
- Read the shelves and check if books are on the correct shelves.
- Answer the phone and respond to patron queries. Most information related to the library can be found on the library website.
- Check emails to see if there are any book renewal or hold requests from patrons.
- Check inventory. A post is available with instructions.
- Check overdue books list and see if any books are on the shelves.
- Check display cart for any gaps and fill if necessary. The theme of the display changes monthly according to the literary reading events. Volunteers are encouraged to put their recommendations related to the theme on the cart.
- Write a review of a book in the collection to post on LibraryThing. A post with instructions is available.
- If you have the relevant training then add patrons to system, prepare library card and send collection email to patron.
- Go through 3rings and see when you might be able to volunteer next and sign up on the rota if possible.
- Help stack cafe chairs at the end of the day (Afternoon shift) if needed.