Salary: £13.47 to £14.13 per hour
Grade: E
Contract: Permanent, Annualised hours
Hours: 200 hours per year
Location: Selby, North Yorkshire
Are you a 'people person' with great communication skills and a warm personality? Do you enjoy working with the public and have the ability to make someone's special day unforgettable? Are you calm under pressure and confident speaking to a wide range of people?
The Role
We are seeking customer-focussed Ceremonies Registrars to join our expanding Ceremonies Service. This exciting and rewarding role would suit someone who:
* Enjoys meeting people
* Is a confident public speaker
* Can offer support and guidance to customers from a variety of backgrounds often in emotionally charged situations.
You will have the opportunity to conduct and register marriages, civil partnerships and other non-statutory ceremonies within North Yorkshire, playing a fundamental part in these important and joyous occasions where your work directly impacts others' lives.
What you can bring
We're looking for individuals with experience in customer-facing or front-line roles ideally. You'll need to be detail-oriented, well-presented, and committed to delivering excellent service. Flexibility is essential, as you may work across various venues and occasionally cover other offices at short notice.
* Strong interpersonal and time management skills
* Ability to adapt and stay organised in a dynamic environment
* A supportive team and opportunities for professional development await
Working Pattern
Annualised hours totalling 200 hours per year, depending on service demand. Ceremonies are held seven days a week, with peak season from April to October, so availability during this time is crucial.
* Flexible scheduling including weekdays and weekend
* Roles based at Registration Offices and approved venues
* Ideal for those who enjoy varied, meaningful work
Why work for us
In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier.
These include:
* a local government pension scheme
* salary sacrifice schemes
* modern flexible working practices
* learning and development packages
* career advancement opportunities
* employee discount benefits including shopping and gym discounts
* green car and cycle schemes
* travel loans
* Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing
Contact:
For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please contact Jacqui Williams:
Key Dates:
Closing Date: 01 March 2026
Interview Date:09 March 2026
Key Documents:
Job description: Ceremonies Registrar Grade E.docx
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NYC is committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.
North Yorkshire Council's purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Ceremonies Registrar
Salary: £ £14.13 per hour
Posted: 18/02/2026
Closing date: 01/03/2026
Closing time: 23:59