Job Description

Salary: 13.05 - 13.69 per hour

Grade: E

Contract: Relief or Annualised hours

Hours: Various hours available

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Are you a 'people person' with great communication skills and a warm personality? Do you enjoy working with the public and have the ability to make someone's special day unforgettable? Are you calm under pressure and confident speaking to a wide range of people?

The Role

We are seeking customer-focussed Ceremonies Registrars to join our expanding Ceremonies Service. This exciting and rewarding role would suit someone who;


Enjoys meeting people

Is a confident public speaker

Can offer support and guidance to customers from a variety of backgrounds, often in emotionally charged situations.


You will have the opportunity to conduct and register marriages, civil partnerships and other non-statutory ceremonies within North Yorkshire, playing a fundamental part in these important and joyous occasions where your work directly impacts others' lives.

What you can bring

We're looking for individuals with experience in customer-facing or front-line roles ideally. You'll need to be detail-oriented, well-presented, and committed to delivering excellent service. Flexibility is essential, as you may work across various venues and occasionally cover other offices at short notice.


Strong interpersonal and time management skills

Ability to adapt and stay organised in a dynamic environment

A supportive team and opportunities for professional development await

Working Pattern

We offer both annualised and relief roles. Annualised hours total 300 per year, depending on service demand. Ceremonies are held seven days a week, with peak season from April to October, so availability during this time is crucial.




Flexible scheduling including weekdays and weekends

Roles based at Registration Offices and approved venues

Ideal for those who enjoy varied, meaningful work

Why work for us

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier.



These include:


a local government pension scheme

salary sacrifice schemes

modern flexible working practices

learning and development packages

career advancement opportunities

employee discount benefits including shopping and gym discounts

green car and cycle schemes

travel loans

Health Assured - confidential help and support for your wellbeing

Contact:

For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please contact Cathy Wood:



cathy.wood@northyorks.gov.uk

Key Dates:

Closing Date: Sunday 3rd August 2025



Interview Date: Week commencing 11th August 2025

Key Documents:

Total Rewards Brochure



NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.



We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.



North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Ceremonies Registrar

Salary:

13.05 - 13.69 per hour

Posted:

21/07/2025

Closing date:

03/08/2025

Closing time:

23:59