Purpose
To assist and support the presiding officer in all aspects of the poll in the polling stations they have responsibility for, ensuring that all instructions issued by the returning officer are adhered to.
Principal duties:
- To liaise with their presiding officer prior to polling day
- Be at the polling station at least 30 minutes before opening and assist with the setup and layout of the polling station in preparation for the opening of the polling station
- To check that the elector is included on the Electoral Register
- To ensure that that the elector has the correct photographic ID (e.g. passport, driving licence or Voter Authority Certificate) prior to issuing the ballot paper
- To authorise the postal vote return form for anyone bringing in a postal vote to the polling station
- Write the correct ward and elector number on the corresponding number list against the ballot paper number to be issued
- Ensure only one ballot paper is removed from the ballot book and passed to the presiding officer for issue
- Provide cover for the presiding officer when required
- Assist the presiding officer in ensuring that voters cast their vote in secret and maintain the secrecy of the ballot at all times
- Answer voters’ queries in an impartial, friendly and business-like manner
- Ensure the polling station is kept tidy at all times
- Remain at the polling station at least 30 minutes after the close of poll to assist with the necessary close of poll procedures
- Clear and tidy the polling station area as instructed by the presiding officer
- Carry out any other polling station duties as required.
Training
Training must be completed prior to election day.
Hours
Next available roles: Thursday 2 May 2024 6.15am - 10.30pm
Rate of pay
£192 day rate + £20 for online training + £10 milage. Total fee £222
