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Internal temporary register

We have an internal register of candidates who are available for short-term temporary assignments in admin. These assignments could be anything from 1 day up to 6 months in length, with long periods without work in-between. The register is managed by Recruitment and supported by chief officers and elected members.

New for 2008!

Following our success with the internal temporary register we have now agreed to supply temporary administration and customer service staff to our neighbouring local authorities in Fareham, Gosport and Havant, just apply in the normal way.

About you

Generally, you will need to have a good basic education and telephone manner. Proof of your qualifications will be required, as without them we will not be able to process your application.

You will need to be flexible and adaptable, willing to work in any area of our business and prepared to undertake any assignment you are skilled for. You will also need to be available at short notice. Some positions will also require you to have a CRB check.

ICT skills

We mainly use Microsoft business applications, so a good working knowledge of systems such as Word, Excel and Access is necessary.

Job skills

Listed below are some examples of the variety of temporary assignments that we offer and the relevant qualifications and experience required.

Administrator
A suitable qualification, or at least one year's  experience. Typing, filing, photocopying, minute/note taking, diary management, presentation, a good telephone manner and liaison with senior members of staff and Members.

Clerical
Filing, photocopying and other general office duties.

Customer service and reception
Experience in customer service and a good telephone manner are essential. Experience of working on a switchboard would be desirable.

Data entry
A good knowledge of ICT systems (such as databases, Outlook and spreadsheets), speed and accuracy.

Secretary
Secretarial qualification, or at least two year's experience. Typing, filing, photocopying, minute/note taking, diary management, telephone enquiries and liaison with senior members of staff and Members.

What we can offer you

When you work for us, we can offer:

• the opportunity to work in local government
• the opportunity to upgrade your skills and further training
• a safe working environment
• good rates of pay
• paid holiday leave
• the opportunity to join the pension scheme
• interesting and varied assignments
• the chance to work in many different areas of the council

What happens next

If this sounds like what you are looking for and you would like to apply to go on the internal temporary register, please download the application form, complete it and send it back to us. When we receive your application, we will confirm your references and then ask you to come for an interview and relevant skills test. If you are successful, you will be contacted in the event of an appropriate assignment.

How to contact us

• You can email us at recruitment@portsmouthcc.gov.uk
• You can call us on (023) 9268 8184
• You can write to us at:
  Theresa Cooper
  Recruitment, Learning & Development
  Civic Offices
  Guildhall Square
  Portsmouth, PO1 2QA

Associated documents:

  Application for a place on the internal temporary register  (0.08 MB)