Registration and Ceremonies Officer £32,925 - £36,567 per annum We are committed to putting people - Newham residents and Council staff - at the heart of all we do. Our approach is a collaborative joint enterprise between residents, the Mayor, members, council staff and Corporate Management Team. The purpose of this role is to provide efficient and effective registration services for births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships and the administration of Citizenship ceremonies in line with the statutory framework and service standards as determined by the Proper Officer appointed by the Council. Grade 6-SO1 £32,925 - £36,567 pa To be successful in this role you must have: Scale 6: Knowledge and awareness of the cultural diversity if the Borough and how it might impact on the provision of Registration Services in Newham A working knowledge of legislation relating to the registration service. Ability to deal tactfully and sensitively with the public. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to organise your workload and to work under pressure. Knowledge of how to consult with the GRO to ensure legal compliance with Registration law. Knowledge of procedures for producing historical certificates. Good communication skills both verbally and in writing at all levels. Experience of using databases, the Internet, e-mails and Microsoft Office software Grade SO1 : Knowledge and experience of how to organise and conduct marriage, civil partnership and citizenship ceremonies. A working knowledge and experience of legislation relating to the registration and citizenship services Experience of using the RON registration system. Experience of registering births, deaths, marriages, civil partnerships and the taking of marriage/civil partnership notices. https://www.newham.gov.uk/downloads/file/7861/registration-and-ceremonies-officer 27th September 2024 Additional Information We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us. The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload. The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.