Technical Assistant

About the Role The Neighbourhood Protection Team are looking for a Technical Assistant. You will be required to work at Durham Crematorium. What is involved? To assist in the provision of an efficient and caring bereavement service by working as part of a team in a highly sensitive service area to provide effective clerical support and relevant advice applicable to the service provision for all aspects of the burial and cremation functions within the County. Qualifications and skills Educated to GCSE grades 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4 or Grades A* – C Willingness to work towards an ICCM or FBCA qualification Customer care Demonstrate strong commitment to consistent attendance at work Working as part of a team Working with members of the public Computer literate Refer to the attached Person Specification for the full criteria. Benefits We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Salary and Location Salary: £28,142-£31,022. Location: Durham, Durham. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neurodivergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process. Recruitment Process Interviews will be held on (to be confirmed). We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kirklees Metropolitan Council