Library and Information Services
PIPELINE STAGE Stage 1. Engagement and Referral Stage 2. Barrier Removal Stage 3. Vocational activity Stage 4. Employer Engagement Stage 5. In work support
Organisation  Library and Information Services – East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure Trust
Project Name (if applicable):
Main Contact: Phone Number: 0141-577-3500

E-Mail Address: [email protected]
Eligibility for Programme:  Open to all.
Referral Procedures:  Visit your local library.
Location Project Delivered At: Barrhead Foundry Library

Busby Library

Clarkston Library

Eaglesham Library

Giffnock Library

Mearns Library

Neilston Library

Netherlee Library

Thornliebank Library

Uplawmoor Library
Dates Project Delivered:  Ongoing
Pipeline Stages:  3
Age Group: All
Programme Outline: East Renfrewshire Libraries sit at the heart of the community. We promote reading, support learning, encourage creativity and provide safe, welcoming spaces where people can meet and relax. If you are looking for work and need support to get online your local library is a great place to start.

What’s on offer:

  • Free access to computers and the internet
  • Knowledgeable and friendly staff who can help you to use the computers, set-up email accounts and get online
  • Free wi-fi
  • Books to help improve your reading and language skills, help you write your CV and pass that all important interview
  • Books in a range of community languages
  • Details of local agencies who can offer you additional support

If you would like to improve your computer skills we offer a range of classes to support your learning. Sign up for an IT Information Session at any East Renfrewshire Library and friendly staff will talk to you about which class would suit you best.

We offer:

  • Free introductory computing courses covering mouse and keyboard skills, basic internet, basic tablet and ipad, email and word processing skills

Free access to Atomic Learning, an online learning tool offering access to thousands of short videos covering more than 500 of today’s most popular computer software applications including Word, Excel and Powerpoint. In addition to software, Atomic also offers ‘How to’ videos for your mobile device and even hints and tips to develop your employability skills.
Additional Information: Further information on library and information services can be found at:

www.ercultureandleisure.org/