Job details

Salary:
£31,927 to £38,957 per annum (inclusive of allowances)
Location:
Civic Centre, Gravesend
Contract:
Temporary 18 months fixed-term contract
Working Pattern:
Full-time
Hours:
37 hours per week.
Closing Date:
2 August 2026

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the Committee Services Team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of the Council's decision-making processes. Working closely with the Committee Services Manager, the successful candidate will provide vital support in the efficient and effective strategic and day to day management and delivery of the Committee Services function.
Main responsibilities of the role include:
To assist the Committee Services Manager and to support and cover for the Committee Services Team.
To attend personally and clerk such meetings as allocated, including agenda preparation, the taking of notes and the
compilation of minutes (predominantly in the evening, starting from 7pm).
Working with the IT and Facilities teams to ensure the smooth running of the Council’s live streaming facilities.
To provide support to Members and the Mayoralty.

About you

Essential qualifications/experience you will have:
Educated to a good standard.
Proficient note taking and minute writing.
Experience in a democratic services environment.
Desirable qualifications/experience you will have:
Administration qualification e.g. NVQ.
Relevant professional qualification.
Local Authority experience
Please see attached Job description for full person specification.

Working for Gravesham

We are committed to delivering to the community and working with us means you are part of delivering the level of growth and improvement our community needs and deserves. A range of services have been provided to over 106,000 people and 4,000 businesses.
The Borough of Gravesham, situated in the north west corner of Kent, covers 25,000 acres of the most varied countryside in south east England. Bordered by the River Thames to the north, it is at the heart of Thames Gateway and has a significant role to play in the regeneration of a major government growth area.
Read more information about working for us
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Benefits

A minimum of 25 Days Annual Leave, plus paid bank holidays.
Membership to Local Government Pension Scheme - Local Government Pension Scheme
Access to over 1000+ instant discounts from favourite retailers, restaurants, food delivery services and attractions via our benefits portal VivUp.
Career development, training opportunities and access to e-learning
Access to eye care vouchers and VDU Glasses
External Occupational Health service
Cycle to Work Scheme
Access to an employee assistance programme 24/7
Hybrid Working (minimum two days in the office per week)
Free parking
Octopus Electric Vehicles Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Important Information

Proposed interview date 14 August 2026.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job description.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
If you would like schedule an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please contact Carlie Simmonds on 01474337302.

How to apply

We do not accept applications by email. You can apply for this job via our online form.
You will be asked to select the job you are applying for and upload a CV and supporting statement. You will also need to provide details of 2 references so please have these available when starting your application.
Apply for this job
You should submit your application by 2 August 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email, if you require documentation in different format such as braille or large print, please contact the Human Resources Team on 01474 337374.

Job Profile

Committee Services Officer Job Description