Are you looking to support the council’s democratic and decision-making processes?
The Democratic and Election Services team is responsible for supporting the democratic process by arranging and facilitating all councillor decision making meetings; supporting engagement with public concerns and scrutiny of council activity though Policy and Scrutiny Panels and running elections, referendums and polls as required.
About the role
We are recruiting two Committee Services Support Officers; one role is full time for 37 hours per week and one for 22 hours per week although we would be open to considering a job share for the full-time role.
This is an important role that provides comprehensive support to the Committee and Scrutiny Services Teams and the wider Democratic and Elections Team including preparing relevant documents accurately according to set timescales following templates used within the various document and information management systems, taking queries from others and providing information to others or escalating as appropriate and a range of administrative support across the democratic service.
The posts are career-graded from Level 3 to Level 5 to allow progression as you gain experience and knowledge within the role. Whilst one of the roles is advertised as full time, a job share would be considered.
Our new system of agile working encourage flexibility. So, although your work base will be the Town Hall, Weston-super-Mare, you will also be able to work from home should you prefer. Please note that some work at the Town Hall location will be required.
About you
We are looking for confident, proactive administrators with excellent organisational skills, knowledge of ICT software packages, good customer care skills, an excellent telephone manner and a keen eye for detail to join our busy team.
You will need to be able to work well under pressure, to deal with a variety of people at all levels both within and outside the Council, and to work as part of a team.
You will have proficient IT skills in Microsoft office packages including Word, Outlook and Excel, with an ability to learn additional software as required by the service.
You will also have the ability to take notes at meetings and use them to draft minutes. Working closely with councillors, colleagues and the general public, you will have good communication skills both oral and written.
Why North Somerset Council?
In return we offer competitive salary, generous holiday of up to 30 days a year, and the chance to enrol in an excellent average salary pension scheme.
You will be able to join our NSC advantage+ which will give you access to a range of benefits, discounts and offers. We can contribute to the cost of your professional subscriptions and give you the chance to pay into a health cash plan that can help you manage the cost of dental treatment, eye tests, and new glasses.
We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.
These include:
- A competitive salary package
- A range of flexible working and hybrid working options, including flexi-time, and home-working, dependent on service requirements
- A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions including the opportunity to purchase up to two weeks additional annual leave
- The Local Government Pension Scheme
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – whatever life throws at you; we are committed to supporting you and your well-being at work and home
- Professional and personal development including in-house training and accredited qualifications including Aspiring Manager and Leadership Development
- Discount scheme including the NSC Advantage card that offers numerous local discounts including cycle to work
- Electric Vehicle benefit scheme
If you think you have the skills for the role and are up to the challenge, we want to hear from you!
Want to know more and apply?
For an informal discussion, please contact Hazel Brinton, Committee Services Manager on 01275 884811 during the hours of Wednesday afternoon, Thursday all day or Friday morning.
Anticipated interview date: Thursday 16 May 2024.
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Somerset Council – Open, Fairer, Greener.
Please note: We are currently only accepting applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.