Mayoral Attendant - Part Time

Full job description
About us
The Democratic Services team ensures the smooth operation of local government by coordinating council meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, and advising on governance and legal procedures. They also support public engagement, uphold transparency, and assist councillors in fulfilling their democratic responsibilities. The team also plays a pivotal role in supporting the Mayor and Deputy Mayor in fulfilling their ceremonial and community leadership duties. Operating within the Council, the team ensures that civic events are conducted with the utmost professionalism and engagements are managed efficiently

The role
We are looking for a Mayoral Attendant to support a thriving Democratic Services Section at Warrington Borough Council. You will be working 7 hours per week (prioritising Monday, Wednesday and Weekends). Annualised hours system in operation, with an irregular work pattern, including weekend, evening work and bank holidays. Appropriate enhanced rates payable in line with Council policy.

What's needed?
Join us and you will assist in:

Supporting the Mayor and Mayoress/Consort, Deputy Mayor & Deputy Mayoress/Consort and accompany them at functions, meetings and other events, ensuring the Mayor’s proper recognition by acting as announcer and toastmaster as required.

Providing an appropriate chauffeur service to the Mayor and Mayoress/Consort, Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayoress/Consort, including the

Driving of the civic car
Ensuring that the car is in immaculate order at all times, cleaning as necessary
Ensuring that servicing and repairs are properly carried out at appropriate times and the vehicle is checked before each engagement
Being responsible for the proper care and safekeeping of the Mayoral insignia, e.g. Chains of Office, Sword, Mace, Robes and associated apparel whilst on duty.

Ensuring safe custody of the civic robes and regalia, ensuring that they are returned to the appropriate locations for safe keeping after use

Ceremonial duties at key civic events

To undertake tours of the Town Hall for members of the public and visiting organisations, detailing the history of the building and civic regalia.

Reporting directly to the Senior Democratic Services Officer, you will play a key role in a team that supports its first Citizen.

For an informal discussion or further details, please contact Kirsten Riley, Senior Democratic Services Officer on 01925 442992 or Danny McGuire on 01925 442055.

. Benefits

As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:

26 days annual holiday - raising to 31 after 5 years of service (pro-rata)
Access to our attractive and competitive benefits package
Access to our Health & Wellbeing Programme
Uniform/safety equipment
Key Dates & Further Information
Contact details on separate document. Informal interview lasting around 40 mins and a drivers assessment

The role is annualised hours

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of?employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

DBS clearance is required.

Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer