Job Description

Tan Dhesi MP is seeking an enthusiastic and well-organised individual(s) with a passion for helping others to join his team on a full-time, fixed-term casework focussed internship(s).

As part of a dedicated team, you will support Caseworkers in assisting constituents with a wide range of issues, such as benefits, housing, and healthcare. You will learn how to manage casework effectively within an MP's office and gain valuable experience in resolving real-life problems faced by local people.

This internship will be based in Tan's busy constituency office in Slough, offering a unique opportunity to develop skills in public service and make a positive difference in the community.

Responsibilities will include:

Assisting with and learning how to manage casework Attending surgeries and other meetings as part of training Learning/assisting in drafting responses to constituents Taking calls from constituents and drafting communications to members of the public Assisting on projects Assisting with diary management Basic administrative support Learning how to analyse, evaluate and interpret data Learning/assisting in appropriate research Opening and dispatching mail General support for work undertaken in the Constituency Office

The ideal applicant will have:

Essential:

A good knowledge of Tan's work and the Slough area A clear and demonstrable passion for helping others Good organisational and administrative skills with the ability to prioritise Excellent research, writing and communication skills The ability to quickly pick up new skills, solve problems and work well under pressure Experience of using Microsoft Office Ability to work independently, show initiative and work well as part of a wider team, demonstrating a positive and flexible attitude Sympathy to the values and aims of the Labour Party and political awareness. Prior experience of working in an office environment Prior experience of working as part of a team The ability to communicate in another language, especially Punjabi, Urdu, Hindi or Polish.
Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members' Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members' Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: 25,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

In the last 5 years, how many of them have you been ordinarily resident in the UK?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person