THE FUTURE OF GREENFORD LIBRARY

The Young Ealing Foundation is currently in ongoing discussions with Ealing Council about the future management of Greenford Library.

We want to clarify that we have not yet taken over the site or its operations. Responsibility for the library currently remains with Ealing Council.

We understand how important Greenford Library is to the local community and will continue to update this page as discussions progress.

📢Volunteers Needed 📢

The Young Ealing Foundation is exploring the possibility of re-opening Greenford Library as a community managed library but we can’t do it without a team of amazing local volunteers.

Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills and make a difference in your community.

We will provide you with volunteer training as early as June/July depending on how the project progresses.

Key Information:

🕒 Minimum commitment: 2 shifts per month (2–3 hours each)
🎂 Volunteers must be 18+
💡Training and development opportunities for all volunteers
📍 Greenford Library, 23 Oldfield Ln S, UB6 9LG
🔐 All volunteers will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check

Could you help with tasks such as:

• Welcoming library visitors and assisting people at the customer desk
• Supporting routine duties, such as unpacking book crates, locating books and other resources, shelving and book presentation.
• Supporting the opening and closing of the library.
• Supporting customers to use library resources and self-service facilities
• Planning and/or leading events or activities
• Encouraging attendees to join/use the library
• Support and encouragement to boost confidence and help people to help themselves with computer basics
• Guide customers in using the library catalogue and website to access digital resources
• And much more besides depending on your interests

We’re still in the early stages - but if you’re interested, we’d love to hear from you!