Ceremonies Support Officer

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading local government organization is seeking a Ceremonies Support Officer to join their Preston Registration Office. This permanent, part-time position involves providing essential administrative support for various ceremonies. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, possess excellent digital skills, and work effectively within a team. The role offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Access to local government pension

26 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts on phone contracts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in providing administrative and technical support.
• Ability to work accurately following work procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical, administrative, and technical support for ceremonies.
• Create accurate records of births, deaths, marriages, and partnerships.

Skills

Customer-focused

Digital skills

Teamwork

Job description

Salary £25,183 - £27,269 Per Annum | Permanent, Part time | 18.5 hours per week

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship

Registration Service: Ceremonies Support Officer

Location: Preston Office

Salary: £23,893 - £25,979 per year, permanent, 18.5 hours per week

We are currently recruiting…

A Ceremonies Support Officer to work at Preston Registration Office, providing clerical, administrative, and technical support related to all aspects of statutory and non-statutory ceremonies in Lancashire Registration Service. This is a permanent role, working 18.5 hours per week.

Our service…

The Registration Service creates accurate and timely records of all Births, Still-Births, Deaths, Marriages, and Civil Partnerships and facilitates couples to give notice of their intention to marry or form a Civil Partnership.

Your new role…

We seek someone who is customer-focused, confident with digital resources, and committed to effective teamwork. You should have experience in providing administrative and technical support, possess excellent digital skills, and be able to work accurately following work procedures without close supervision.

What we can offer you…

Benefits: Access to a local government pension, 26 days annual leave (rising to 32 days after five years, pro-rata), Bank Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, credit union, counselling services, weekend work enhancements, discounts on phone contracts, gym memberships, and more.

Development: We support skill development through additional training, qualifications, and progression opportunities. You'll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued, and you can learn from experienced colleagues and managers.

Inclusivity: We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to enrich our service, supported by various employee groups and forums.

How to apply…

For an informal discussion or more information, contact Lauren Cooper at 01772 536 893.

More details about the registration service can be found here: Births, marriages, civil partnerships and deaths - Lancashire County Council

Before applying, please ensure you provide clear examples demonstrating how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification (see attached).

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Job Description and Person Specification available upon request.