Location
London Borough of Croydon

Hours
Part-time, 14.4 hours per week (equivalent to 2 days per week). The service is flexible regarding days and times, with some working from home offered. Occasional evening work is required.

Salary
Grade £35,520 - £36,585 per annum plus fantastic benefits

About the Role
Join a small team responsible for delivering an efficient Democratic Services and Committees function, ensuring smooth and effective operations that support the wider goals of Croydon Council. You will work under the support and direction of the Senior Officer to develop an understanding of the democratic process involved in local government. Key responsibilities include providing administrative support to the Executive, Committees, Sub-Committees, and other officer and councillor groups, assisting the Democratic Services Team with administrative tasks, and facilitating the webcasting of Council and Committee meetings.

There is a general responsibility within the team to support each other across the service. Grade progression to Grade 7 is available and linked to gaining relevant experience such as acting as a service representative at meetings, drafting agendas and minutes, advising Chairs on meeting procedures and local government regulations, and monitoring decisions to ensure compliance with laws and Council Procedure Rules.

About Croydon Council
Croydon Council is committed to balancing its finances, listening to residents, and delivering sustainable services. The Council aims to be financially sustainable, work in partnership with diverse communities and businesses, strengthen collaboration with partners and the voluntary sector, embed good governance, and develop a workforce that respects community diversity.

Key business outcomes include creating opportunities for business and learning, supporting children and young people to thrive, making Croydon cleaner, safer, and healthier, and enabling people to lead healthier, independent lives for longer.

Working Arrangements
Croydon Council supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements, allowing staff to work partly from the workplace and partly remotely.

Experience
Previous experience in administrative or governance support roles is desirable but not essential. A willingness to learn and develop knowledge of local government democratic processes is important.

About you
You should be organized, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Good communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently are essential. You must be flexible to occasionally work evenings and adapt to hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are required; however, progression within the role is linked to gaining relevant experience and confidence in democratic services functions.

Additional Information
The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check if required by the role. Croydon Council is an inclusive employer committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview.