Assembly Clerk - Sign Language (42k - Hybrid)

Assistant Assembly Clerk – Temporary Opportunity – 6 months
Leading Public Sector Employer | VANRATH Recruitment

Salary £42,345

VANRATH is pleased to present a fantastic opportunity to join a leading public sector employer as a Temporary Assistant Assembly Clerk. This is a unique role at the heart of the legislative process, supporting the Committee for Communities in scrutinising and advancing legislation on sign language. If you thrive in a high-profile, fast-paced environment and are passionate about making a difference, this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• BSL/ISL Communication: Provide real-time and accurate communication in British Sign Language (BSL) or Irish Sign Language (ISL) to support stakeholders who are deaf or have limited hearing.
• Legislation Support: Assist with the scrutiny of legislation, particularly during committee stages, including monitoring plenary sessions, supporting evidence givers, and processing amendments.
• Research & Reporting: Conduct thorough research and analysis to prepare briefing documents, reports, and recommendations for committee members and Assembly staff.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring communication is impartial and clear in BSL or ISL.
• Meeting Management: Coordinate and attend meetings, ensuring accurate records are maintained and actions are followed up promptly.
• Content Creation: Draft and review reports, digests, and social media content for publication, ensuring accessibility and compliance with procedural standards.
• Leadership & Development: Manage and support team members to ensure high-quality service delivery and professional growth.

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for a driven, detail-oriented professional who is committed to delivering excellence in a customer-facing role. The ideal candidate will be a team player who thrives in a high-pressure environment, with a strong focus on inclusivity and stakeholder engagement.

Essential Criteria

To be considered, you must meet the following criteria:

• BSL/ISL Proficiency: Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex or technical information clearly and accurately in BSL or ISL.
• A degree (minimum 2:2) in any subject or an equivalent qualification. Applicants without a degree must demonstrate a higher level of experience.
• At least 3 years’ experience in the following areas (or 5 years without a degree):
• Leadership: Managing teams or individual staff members to ensure the quality and timeliness of work.
• Research & Analysis: Analysing diverse information to develop high-quality written documents that inform decision-making.
• Workload Management: Planning and delivering a diverse workload to tight deadlines.
• Stakeholder Relations: Building effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to contribute to meaningful legislative work while utilising your BSL/ISL skills in a high-impact role. You’ll work closely with Assembly Members, departments, and other stakeholders to deliver accessible and inclusive services.

Interested? Contact Ethan Boylan today.