At a Glance
- Tasks: Support local democracy by coordinating meetings and managing public enquiries.
- Company: Join a vibrant team at the historic Guildhall in St Ives.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, local government pension, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and stability.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Exceptional customer service skills and a passion for community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 26403 - 27254 £ per year.
If you are a people person who thrives on variety, love the buzz of a busy front desk, and want to see your hard work directly benefit your local community, this is the perfect opportunity. We are seeking a versatile, dynamic individual to join our small Guildhall team, able to blend high-level governance support with strong customer care and community service.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Get involved in local democracy: Take ownership of the Council and Committee meeting cycle, coordinating agendas, reports, and minutes with accuracy and precision to ensure local decision-making runs smoothly.
- Support decision makers – a trusted link supporting both senior staff and elected town councillors.
- Welcome Your Community: Anchor our front reception desk, bringing warmth and professional flair to a high volume of public enquiries across phones, emails, and face-to-face visits.
What You Bring to the Team
- Community-First Mindset: Exceptional customer service skills and a passion for helping the public.
- Adaptable Multi-tasking: Ability to switch effortlessly between complex administrative tasks and a busy front desk.
- Sharp Communication: Excellent written skills for drafting official correspondence and attention to detail.
- Diplomacy and discretion: You understand the importance of political neutrality and can handle sensitive council matters with absolute confidentiality.
- Local Knowledge: A keen interest in parish affairs and the ability to learn council services quickly.
What We Offer
- A unique, vibrant workspace within the historic Guildhall.
- Stability and fair pay: a Real Living Wage salary with local government pension scheme.
- A supportive, close-knit team dedicated to making a visible difference in the parish.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours a week (occasional evening working)
Location: Based at St Ives Guildhall, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2DS
Application deadline: 9am on Tuesday 1 September 2026
Interviews: Week Commencing Monday 7 September 2026
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