Relief Electoral Registration Assistant - Council HQ - SBO10291


Company:	Scottish Borders Council
Salary:	£13.52 - £13.52
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Melrose, TD6 0SA
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	12 Aug 2026
Closing date:	2 Sept 2026

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Summary

Job Details

Grade: 1C

Hours: Relief Contract

Hourly Rate: £13.52

Contract - Relief/Supply/Casual

Role Purpose

Are you looking for some flexible working hours - during the day, evenings or weekends?

Then why not come and work for the Electoral Registration Officer. You'll work directly with members of the public carrying out tasks relating to the maintenance of the Register of Electors as part of a bank of Electoral Registration Assistants during the annual canvass of electors.

Essential

At least 3 SCE Standard Grades (or equivalent) at Level 3 or above, or equivalent relevant experience

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made to Caitlin Dunney by telephone on 01835 825100 or by email at

Caitlin.Dunney@scotborders.gov.uk.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

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