Are you an experienced Registrar or looking for a new career in registration? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Deputy Superintendent Registrar to join our Registration Service, working alongside the Registration Manager and the Registration team to deliver an exceptional registration service to our local community. This is a full‑time opportunity, Monday to Friday with additional weekend work when required.
About The Role
* Support the Registration Manager in the day‑to‑day operation of the Registration Service.
* Ensure compliance with legal requirements and statutory obligations.
* Conduct registrations of births, deaths, and marriages, ensuring accurate record‑keeping and documentation.
* Issue certificates and provide information and advice to customers.
* Handle enquiries and resolve any issues that may arise.
* Conduct marriage, civil partnership, and citizenship ceremonies.
* Deputise for the Registration Manager as required.
About You
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and attributes:
* Experience working as a Registrar, with a thorough understanding of registration processes and legislation.
* Knowledge of registration legislation and procedures.
* Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to handle enquiries and resolve issues effectively.
* Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.
* Attention to detail and accuracy in record‑keeping and documentation.
* Professional and approachable manner, with effective communication skills.
West Berkshire Council Offer
* Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.
* Generous local government pension scheme.
* Family‑friendly policies.
* Range of local discounts.
* Wellbeing programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits.
* Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Linzi Donnelly‑Liddiard on 01635 279230 or email linzi.donnelly-liddiard1@westberks.gov.uk.
Equal Opportunities
The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How To Apply
Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.
This role has been identified as public‑facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.
All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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