We adopt a ‘name blind’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.
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Organisation
Kirklees
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Directorate
Public Health and Corporate Resources
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Service Area
Culture & Visitor Economy
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Hours
37 (Monday to Saturday with a day off during the week)
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Number of Jobs
1
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Location(s)
Across Kirklees
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Position type
Apprenticeship
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Grade
Grade 3 - 4
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Salary
Grade 3 - £24,796, Grade 4 - £25,185 to £25,583
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Advert Wording

Please note you are only eligible to apply for this role if:
You have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years (there are some exceptions to this, so applicants will need to be considered on a case-by-case basis as required.
You are not in full time compulsory education.
You are able to meet the entry requirements of the qualification and to undertake the studying and coursework required to complete the course.

37 hours per week.

Monday to Saturday with a day off during the week.

Are you organised, accurate and compassionate, with strong IT skills and an interest in how digital tools and artificial intelligence can help improve public services? If so, our Trainee Registration Officer role could be the start of a rewarding career where you support people at some of the most important moments in their lives, whilst also helping to modernise a traditional service for the future.

The Registration Service supports the registration of births, deaths, marriages and civil partnerships, issues certificates in line with national legal requirements, assists with ceremonies, collects fees and helps deliver services such as Tell Us Once. It is meaningful, varied work, and every contact with a customer needs professionalism, empathy and attention to detail.

Alongside learning civil registration, you will also be part of a forward-looking service that is embracing AI and automation to make processes simpler, quicker and more accurate. One day each week will be dedicated to off-the-job learning with Barnsley College, leading to a Level 4 qualification in Artificial Intelligence and Automation. You will be encouraged to bring fresh ideas, spot opportunities for improvement and use digital systems safely, responsibly and effectively.

This is a 21-month fixed-term training opportunity, with the possibility of moving into a permanent Registration Officer role following successful completion of the apprenticeship. The role is based at Civic Centre 1, Market Street, Huddersfield, with occasional work from other sites including Dewsbury Town Hall. The working pattern is Monday to Saturday, with a day off during the week.

You do not need previous registration experience, as full training will be provided. What matters is that you have GCSE Maths and English at level 4 or above, strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills, excellent communication and time management skills, and the resilience to work in an emotional, demanding and highly statutory environment. You will need to be organised, flexible, respectful and committed to studying over an extended period to gain your qualification. If you are ready to learn, grow and help shape a modern Registration Service for the future, we would love to hear from you.

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Victoria Thomson is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.
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This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
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We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: jobs@kirklees.gov.uk or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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We encourage you to read our AI Guidance before submitting your application to ensure your supporting statements reflect your own authentic experience.
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Closing date

30 August 2026, 11:55 PM

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