The Temporary Register is currently open.

If you are proficient in MS Word, can type a minimum of 40 words per minute, have previously worked in an office environment & are immediately available for work on a full-time basis then please get in touch.

How did the Temporary Register come about?

About 8 years ago the Council was receiving enquiries from people who wanted to work on a temporary basis, because either they'd recently moved into the area, wanted a career change or had been made redundant.

At the same time, our Managers were approaching the Personnel Department and asking if they could recruit individuals for a period of time, e.g. to cover maternity leave or long-term sick leave, or perhaps they were reorganising their section but needed to maintain the day-to-day running of the operation.

From Managers requests, the temporary positions were being advertised, however the recruitment process was taking longer than the Managers requirements! - thus the Temporary Register was born.

How does it work?

The register runs along similar lines of a Recruitment Agency, e.g. individuals apply to us to go on to the register and we in turn, match-up peoples skills and experience to the Managers needs and requirements.

How long does a temporary position last?

It all depends on Managers requirements, but generally, a temporary position can last for 3 or 6 months.

How much will I get paid?

The temporary rate of pay starts from £5.63 per hour, and is paid in arrears on a monthly basis.

How do I get my name on the Register?

If you are interested in working for us on a temporary basis, please contact Personnel on (01376) 557721, or write to

Personnel Services,
Braintree District Council,
Bocking End,
Braintree,
Essex,
CM7 9HB.

Alternatively, you can - e-mail - meryl.lawrence@braintree.gov.uk or download information from these pages and forward it to the above address. (The application form can be found on the main vacancy page).

You will need to complete an application form and general assessment form (found on the links section of this page).  When we receive the completed forms back, they will be placed on the register and you will be contacted once a suitable vacancy becomes available.

Thank you for your interest.