Part time Registrar

Part-time Registrar (22.5 hours per week) We have a fantastic opportunity for a Registrar on a part-time, permanent basis for 22.5 hours per week to join our Registration Service Team. At Bracknell Forest Council we pride ourselves on being a stable and well‑managed council where employees can thrive in a supportive environment. This role is predominantly office based and offers a healthy work‑life balance. About You As a Registrar you will undertake a wide range of duties to support the smooth running of the department and provide cover for colleagues when needed. We are looking for someone who is committed to delivering a high‑quality, customer‑focused frontline service – whether by phone, email, or in person. You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is vital in your day‑to‑day responsibilities. You will be a team player with strong collaborative and organisational skills, confident using IT systems, and capable of recording information accurately while identifying and questioning any anomalies. There will also be opportunities to work additional hours on weekends on a rota basis to conduct a variety of ceremonies. Additional payments will be made for these duties. About the Team We are a small, vibrant and forward‑thinking team that provides both statutory and non‑statutory registration services. We are based primarily at Time Square, but travel to all licensed venues within Bracknell Forest to conduct ceremonies. Key Responsibilities Deliver all statutory and non‑statutory services, including registering births, deaths, and marriages. Conduct ceremonies across the borough in line with legislation and best practice. Support the wider registration services team to develop and promote the registration service, maximising growth and income. Our Benefits 25 days* annual leave increasing to 28 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10* and sell up to 5 days*. Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work‑life balance. Paid employee volunteering scheme. Local government pension scheme with life insurance cover. Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits (terms and conditions apply). Career development through internal and external training opportunities. Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club. (Pro rata for part time) Our Values At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. Reasonable Adjustments We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Interview Details Interviews will be held on Tuesday 9th December 2025 in person, providing candidates the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. Interviews may be closed early if suitable candidates are identified. Apply as soon as possible. Contact For an informal discussion or any questions about this role, please contact Sharon Leaver, Superintendent Registrar, Tel: 01344 352000. Equal Opportunities Bracknell Forest Council welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to a DBS check as part of our pre‑employment checks process. We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. Candidates requiring sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. We are unable to guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case‑by‑case basis. How to Apply Please apply online via the link provided and include a personal statement with your CV specifying why you are applying for this vacancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr