New members

To join the library as a new member, please fill out our online registration form. Paper forms are also available from the library’s helpdesk.

Transferring members

If you have previously been registered with another NHS library (SWIMS) in the South West and Thames Valley region, then please speak to a member of the library team about transferring your library account.

01803 656700    tsdft.library@nhs.net

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The library is attached to the lower ground floor of the Horizon Centre.

You can enter the library by walking through the Horizon Centre’s main entrance and taking the lift or stairs to the lower ground floor. The entrance to the library is next to the Horizon Centre’s back door. You will need to swipe your TSDFT staff ID badge to access this door (or you can ring the doorbell).

The library’s main entrance is situated around the back of the Horizon Centre (opposite the staff accommodation). Our main entrance is unlocked during staffed hours. Outside of staffed hours, access is possible by swiping your TSDFT staff ID badge.

To exit the library when the doors are locked press the white exit switch on the door frame of the library’s main entrance. If the door doesn’t open automatically give the left-hand side door a push.

The library is staffed 8.30 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday. Access is available outside of our staffed hours by using your TSDFT ID badge for access.

To access the library’s online resources (e.g. ejournals, ebooks and databases) you need to use the same username and password that you use to log in to a Trust computer.

To simplify the login process, you no longer need a separate OpenAthens account. An OpenAthens account is now automatically linked to your Trust computer login.

You can also use your login to access the library’s resources from home.

If you do not have a Trust computer login then please speak to your line manager or placement co-ordinator.

To carry out a simple search for any books, ebooks or journal articles that match your search terms we recommend that you use the Knowledge and Library Hub.

If you need to complete a more in-depth search, then the Health and Care Databases are where you should head.

To login to the Knowledge and Library Hub or Health and Care Databases use the same username and password that you use to login to a Trust computer.

If you only want to search for books, then the SWIMS Catalogue will be of most use.

Guides are available to help you get started with the library’s resources.

Don’t forget to contact us if you need any help with your search.

Our books can be found in the quiet study area of the library.

In order to borrow books you need to be a member of the library. You will need your library card or library barcode sticker.

A self-service machine is located in the quiet study area of the library. To borrow books simply scan your barcode and then place your books in the gap. The books that you are borrowing will be listed on the screen along with their due date. A few days before your books are due you will receive a reminder email.

You can borrow a maximum of 8 books at a time. Books are loaned for 28 days (unless otherwise specified) and can be renewed up to 3 times providing they have not been reserved.

If you have lost your library card please speak to a member of the library team who will replace it for you.

Search for the book or article you require via the Knowledge and Library Hub.

If the searched for title is not available then you will usually see a request button. Click the button and complete the request form. Once you press submit the request will be emailed to us and we will do our best to source the item for you.

Requested articles will be sent to you by email. Books will be held in the library for you to collect – we will email to notify you once the book has arrived.

If required a blank request form can be completed.

You can renew your books online through the SWIMS Catalogue website.

1. 1. Visit the SWIMS Catalogue website
   2. Click the login option
   3. Either login to your library account or follow the instructions to register
   4. From the menu on the left select current loans and select which titles you want to renew

Note: books can be renewed up to 3 times as long as they have not not been reserved by another borrower.

To return books please drop them into the book return box which is situated in the main entrance area of the library (just before the doors to the quiet study area). You do not need to return them via the self-service machine. If you would like to borrow more books straightaway then please hand your books to a member of the library team.

Whether you are completely new to searching for information or just want to brush up your skills with some top tips then the library team are happy to help.

We can offer one-to-one or small group sessions. We can also attend meetings/training days to demonstrate the available resources.

You may also find our help guides useful.

Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Note: we are unable to give direct help on specific academic assignments but can show you how best to search for information.

Looking for resources for students? Great news we have a student resources page!

You can find library resources available to you as well as useful links to your university library resources.

Please click here for our student resources guide.

Do you need to find evidence (articles, guidelines, reports) to support your work or research but don’t have the time or skills to carry out the search yourself? Good news! Our skilled librarians can carry the search out for you.

Previous evidence searches have been used to research treatment options for complex cases, supply evidence for implementing changes to practice, and to support quality improvement projects.

To request a search please fill out our online request form.

Please note that we cannot carry out searches for academic assignments.

We have three study rooms that are available for study or research purposes and are suitable for up to four people at any one time. They are not meeting rooms.

Each room contains a computer with a large screen and a webcam.

To book a room please complete our online form or call 01803 656700.

When booking please provide: your name, date room is required, start and end time of booking.

Please note the following:

• These rooms are intended for individual and small group study and training. They are not meeting rooms.

• All bookings must be made via library staff. Bookings will not be accepted on the day unless the room is vacant.

• Booked rooms must be occupied within 30 minutes of their booked time, otherwise the booking will be cancelled and the room made available to others.

• Non-booked rooms can be used on a first come first served basis.

• Rooms to be vacated promptly at end of booking.

• Do not leave belongings unattended in the rooms unless for quick breaks. The library is not responsible for the safety of items left in the rooms.

• These rooms are not sound-proofed and noise does carry – please keep noise to a minimum.

• Maximum of 4 people in each room.

• Please leave room tidy.

• Additional Quiet Study seating is available in main library.

There is an A4 printer/scanner/copier in the group study area of the library. All of the computers in the library should either connect directly to the printer or offer the option of Follow-You printing. If you use Follow-You printing then you will need to scan your TSDFT staff ID badge on the printer in order to release your print job.

To use the scanner/copier functionality you will need to scan you TSDFT staff ID badge and select the required option.

Spare paper is kept next to the printer. A stapler and hole punch are also available.

Please note that it is only possible to print from Trust computers.

The library is staffed 8.30am – 5.00pm, Monday – Friday (not staffed on bank holidays).

Phone: 01803 656700

Email: tsdft.library@nhs.net

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Good Things Foundation

The Good Things Foundation is the UK’s leading digital inclusion charity. Their mission is to “help everyone become digitally equal, able and safe, so that they can be happier, healthier and better off.”

We are fortunate to be part of their National Digital Network meaning that we are able to provide free SIM cards for staff and patients, so they are able to access the internet.

(At this time, we are not able to provide devices)

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