Are you looking for an opportunity to be part of an experienced and happy team?

We are looking for a Senior Democratic Services Officer to join our team.

We are a team who support each other and have a commitment to always working to a high standard.

This is a team who work well together and continually share knowledge and experience so that everyone feels able to grow and develop within a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will bring their own skills and experience of working in a Democratic environment which will be welcomed for new ideas and the ability to confidently be a proactive member of the team from day one.

Working in local government can be demanding and challenging but when working in a supportive environment the challenges are achievable and can be rewarding.

Bedford Borough Council is an authority with a directly elected Mayor, a relatively new political administration and many key priorities for the Council and Bedford Borough.

With your existing experience, skills and knowledge you will quickly be able to make a proactive contribution to the team and the Council.

For an informal discussion, please contact Lesley Blue, Manager for Democratic and Electoral Services and Statutory Scrutiny Officer at Lesley.blue@bedford.gov.uk or Allison Souster, Democratic Services Team Leader at Allison.Souster@bedford.gov.uk

How to apply

When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions.  The application questions require a yes/no response.  Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria.  An optional CV template is provided below.  

Closing Date: 31st August 2025

Please note:

The Council will not normally re-employ ex-employees in receipt of:

· a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)

· a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical

For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk

Guaranteed Interview Schemes

Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for.  Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.  

Visa Sponsorship

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.