We Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority, a forward-thinking and community-focused local authority committed to delivering high-quality services to our residents. Our Democratic Services team plays a crucial role in supporting the democratic processes that underpin our organization. We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Democratic Services Assistant to join our team who has been shortlisted team of the year at the Association of Democratic Services (ADSO) awards.
The Role
As a Democratic Services Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the democratic processes within the council. This includes assisting with the preparation and distribution of meeting agendas, minutes, and reports, and providing support during council meetings.
Salary starting from: £27,711
Key Responsibilities
Day to day activities
* Provide administrative support to the Democratic Services Team including:
* Assisting with the organisation of meetings:
* Ensuring agendas are produced with the statutory timeframe, servicing meetings and producing an accurate set of minutes
* Assisting with associated administrative work for meetings including the preparation and publication of the Forward Plan
* Helping to ensure that all published reports conform to the agreed Combined Authority Standard to provide access and transparency to democracy and, where appropriate, that report authors have taken account of the accessibility criteria
Why Join Us?
* Impact: Work on projects that make a difference in our constituencies
* Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career progression
* Team Culture: A supportive, collaborative environment that values your voice
* Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and a hybrid/remote working option
* Benefits: Competitive salary, Pension, Paid Time Off, and more
* Celebration: Awards ceremony recognising achievements across the organisation.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are a motivated Democratic Service Assistant and seeking a new challenge and ready to create meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today to join our team and help drive our future.
Please submit a cv and covering letter by 9am 6th January for your application to be considered at:
recruitment@cambridgeshirepeterborough-ca.gov.uk
We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have the legal right to work.
Equal Opportunities:
As part of our commitment to promoting equality and diversity, we invite you to complete our voluntary Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form. Your participation in this process is entirely optional. The information you provide will be kept within HR and will only be used for internal monitoring purposes. Please click on the link to complete Equal Opportunities Questionnaire Form
If you require any adjustments that would support your application, please reach out to the recruitment mailbox and we would be happy to help!
Please note this is an 8 Month Contract