Working at elections

Jobs Available

Canvass staff

Each Autumn canvassers are employed to make personal visits to properties where the occupants have not responded to the annual canvass form. This is to ensure that all eligible residents are registered and that those who are no longer eligible for inclusion on the register are removed.

Counting staff

Counting staff are employed to count the votes either overnight following the election or the day after. This role requires high levels of concentration and accuracy.

Polling station staff

The polling station staff are responsible for the conduct of the ballot in each polling station, making sure that the proper procedure for voting is followed. On election day polling station staff are required to work from 6am until after 10pm without leaving the polling station.

Postal votes staff

Staff are employed to open postal votes - this usually takes place during the daytime plus a last session in the evening at the close of poll.

Rates of pay

The rates of pay for election staff vary depending on the job role and the type of election. The amounts will be confirmed prior to an election.

In the run-up to an election, we will write to all registered on our database requesting availability for specific jobs, however indicating that you're available to work does not guarantee appointment. If you're allocated a role, you will be contacted directly with a job offer and contract.

How to apply

Complete the application form below.

Then email it to electoralservices@wokingham.gov.uk or post it to:

The Electoral Services Manager
Wokingham Borough Council
P.O. Box 151
Wokingham
Berkshire
RG40 1BN