Darren Jones MP is seeking a part-time caseworker (20 hours per week) for his constituency office in Bristol North West.

Although previous casework experience would be highly beneficial it is not essential. More important are strong organisational, time management and Microsoft Office skills and the flexibility to work in a busy office environment. Bristol North West is a diverse constituency and this will be both a demanding and rewarding role.

The successful candidate will join Darren’s constituency team dealing with constituents, resolving problems on a wide range of issues including access to welfare benefits, housing and immigration.

You will attend 50% of Darren’s surgeries with the MP, taking notes and following up on agreed actions.

You will need to develop a good knowledge of the constituency, and the various actions an MP can take to assist his constituents. You will be enthusiastic, confident and empathetic about helping local people and you will also need to understand the limits and remit of an MP and be able to communicate these sensitively to constituents.

The role may also require some flexibility on working pattern to help cover leave and very occasional evenings/Saturdays (by arrangement in advance).

Working pattern to be negotiated but the successful candidate must be available to work at least 9.30-1.30pm on Fridays to attend surgeries. Ideally working pattern to be split over Monday, Wednesday and Fridays.