Registration Officer (Deputy Registrar/Deputy Superintendent Registrar)

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Worcester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council service is looking for a Registration Officer in Worcestershire. You will be responsible for registering births, deaths, and marriages, and officiating at ceremonies. The ideal candidate should have strong commitment, flexibility, and IT skills, with meticulous attention to detail. Training is provided for those with no prior registration experience. This permanent position offers great benefits including holiday entitlement and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Great Holiday Entitlement

Brilliant Pension Scheme

Professional Learning & Development

Flexible Working

Qualifications

• No previous experience in registration work required.
• Ability to travel throughout the county.
• Strong self-motivation and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Register births, deaths, and marriages.
• Officiate at weddings and other ceremonies.
• Work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Skills

Commitment

Flexibility

Empathy

IT skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title:Registration Officer (Deputy Registrar/Deputy Superintendent Registrar)
Salary:£29832 - £31877 per annum
35Hours per Week
Location:Worcestershire
Team:Registration
Permanent

The Role:

Worcestershire Registration Service is currently recruiting a Registration Officer for the county. These posts are vital in delivering this important statutory service.

You will be registering births, deaths and marriages meeting our community at key times in their lives.

Previous experience of Registration work is not required as we will provide all the necessary training. What you do need to be able to show is commitment and flexibility; the ability to travel throughout the county and be able to empathise with people.

You may be in an office working with others or in an office on your own at times so self motivation is essential.

You will need to have the necessary confidence and presence to officiate at weddings and other ceremonies; be able to work with meticulous attention to detail; have excellent IT skills; be able to work under pressure and within tight deadlines.

There is a lot to learn, and we will support you every step of the way.

Does this sound like you? Could you give the necessary commitment and flexibility when needed? If so, we would love to hear from you. Please also read the additional information attached to the Person Specification regarding disqualification to hold office

For further information please contact: Jane Edgington 01905 845058

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement:As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years.If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme:The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development:We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working:We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity:The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 31st August 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: Thursday 11th September 2025

Attached documents
Person Specification - Registration Officer
Job Description - Registration Officer