Reference: 94972
Date Added: 14 November 2024
Closing Date: 30 November 2024
Job Title: Constituency Support Officer
Working For: Dr. Beccy Cooper MP (Worthing West)
Location: Worthing West
Charity Number: n/a
Salary: £22,604-£36,744 In line with IPSA payscales
Length of Contract: Permanent
Job Details
We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Constituency Support Officer to support Beccy’s work in Worthing West. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with the local community and work collaboratively with Beccy’s constituency team to address local issues and build positive relationships.
The role primarily involves engaging with constituents, community organisations, local groups, and businesses. Responsibilities include assisting with casework meetings, arranging and accompanying Beccy at local meetings, surgeries, and events.
You should be confident in engaging with and building relationships with local stakeholders. The role may require weekends, occasional work outside normal hours and some travel.
Person specification
• Strong stakeholder management skills;
• Willingness to travel around the constituency to attend community events;
• Strong organisational and time management skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Experience of working in a public-facing role/environment;
• Experience or understanding of working in local government, professional services or within the voluntary and charitable sectors desirable.
Additional Details:
This position is based in Worthing West; travel to meetings and events will be required.
Flexibility to work outside normal hours may be needed.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in constituency work and play a key role in supporting Beccy’s work in the community.
Upon appointment you will be required to apply for security clearance, undertaken by the Security Vetting and Pass Office. See Members’ Staff Security Clearance page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.
Closing Date: 30 November 2024
Interview/Start Dates
Interviews will commence 22nd November as applications come in and will involve written tasks. The start date will be from January 2025, to be agreed with the successful candidate. We reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please apply as early as possible.
Application Details
Please email your application to caroline.baxter@parliament.uk with the subject line “Job application – YOUR NAME”.
Include:
• A cover letter (1 A4 page max) explaining your fit for the role, interest in working with Beccy, and relevant experience.
• An up-to-date CV (2 A4 pages max).
• Contact details for two referees and notice period if currently employed.
Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you don’t hear back within two weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful. Thank you for your understanding.
Website: https://www.drbeccycooper.co.uk/