Temporary Works Officer

Working Hours: 35 hours per week (on site), including 1 Saturday morning in 7, plus a maximum of 8 weekend ceremonies
Contract Type: Permanent
BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance - this post is subject to BPSS checks. nationality and immigration status; employment history (past 3 years) and basic criminal record check.

Manchester Register Office is currently seeking a Registration Officer. If you think you’d enjoy supporting local residents from all walks of life and a diverse range of communities at some of the most significant moments in their lives, and if you like the challenge of a fast-paced and dynamic public-facing role, this could be the job for you.
As a Registration Officer you would be required to register births, deaths, stillbirths, marriages and civil partnerships as well as facilitate Citizenship Ceremonies, locate and issue historic certificates and provide clear, comprehensible advice and assistance to residents. You will on occasions be required to work across the city at Surestart centres, licensed wedding and civil partnership venues as well as varied religious premises, with transport provided where required. You will be required to conduct the full range of different ceremonies offered by Manchester Register Office.
In addition to working Monday to Friday, you would be required to work one Saturday morning every 7 weeks in the Register Office, as well as a maximum of 8 shifts on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays to provide cover for ceremonies at a variety of venues. You should have exceptional people skills, tact and emotional intelligence as you will be dealing with people at times of tremendous emotion.
You should have proven communication and customer-care skills of the highest order, experience of cash handling or financial reconciliation as well as dealing with and reconciling certificate stock within a Register Office setting.
An un-discharged bankrupt and/or a person to whom a moratorium period under a Debt Relief Order applies, or who is the subject of a debt relief restrictions order or an interim debt relief restrictions order;
An officer or servant, other than the clerk or deputy clerk, of a local authority employed by them in the performance of duties relating to their functions as a burial authority;
A person holding office as an authorised person, secretary (for marriages) of a synagogue or registering officer of the Society of Friends;
A minister of religion, a medical practitioner, a midwife, an undertaker or other person concerned in a burial or cremation business, a person engaged in any business concerned with life insurance, or a person engaged in any other calling which would conflict with or prevent the proper performance in person of the duties of the office for which he is a candidate;
As superintendent registrar, if holding office as a registrar;
As registrar, if holding office as a superintendent registrar or is a coroner.
We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.
Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.
Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.
At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.
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In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Clearance: BPSS clearance is primarily used for roles that involve access to government data, systems, or assets. These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.
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