Ceremonies Support Officer

Preston Jobs; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Ceremonies Support Officer to join their team at the Preston Registration Office. This permanent part-time role involves providing vital clerical and administrative support for statutory and non-statutory ceremonies. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, confident in using digital resources, and committed to effective teamwork. With a supportive environment that encourages skill development and inclusivity, this position offers a chance to contribute meaningfully to the community while enjoying a range of benefits including a local government pension and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Local Government Pension

26 Days Annual Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Counselling Services

Discounts on Phone Contracts

Gym Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in providing administrative and technical support.
• Excellent digital skills and ability to follow procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer Focus

Digital Skills

Administrative Support

Team Working

Job description

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

International Sponsorship – this role is notopen to international sponsorship

Preston Office

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

We are currently recruiting…

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

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

We are looking for someone who is customer focused, confident using digital resources and committed to effective team working. You will have experience of providing administrative and technical support, have excellent digital skills and able to work accurately, following work procedures without close supervision.

What we can offer you…

Benefits: You will have access to a local government pension, 26 days annual leave, increasing to 32 days after five years (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays. You will also have access to an Employee Assistance Program, a credit union, counselling services, enhancements for working weekend hours, discounts on phone contracts, gym, and lots more!

Development: We really support our teams and encourage them to develop their skills in a supportive and inclusive environment – so there'll be options for additional training, qualifications, and opportunities to progress if you wish – you'll feel valued at work and be part of a team of like-minded people and managers who can provide advice and guidance whilst sharing their experiences and helping you build your own

Inclusivity: We are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our aim is to ensure that everyone is equally valued and respected, and where individual differences are celebrated. To support this, we would especially welcome applications from those from a diverse background who would enhance our service by joining us and we have some great support groups and forums available that are open to everyone.

How to apply…

If you would like an informal discussion or any further information, please contact Lauren Cooper on 01772 536 893.

Before submitting your application, please make sure you have given good examples of how you meet the criteria detailed on the job description and person specification (see attached).

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early and before the closing date if we receive sufficient applications.