Job ref: SA25-030-01 | Job type: Temporary
Location: Downpatrick or Newry | Salary: Scale 1b SCP 3-4, £24,027 – £24,404 per annum
Quantity of Posts Available: 1

Job summary

**Please read the recruitment pack before completing your application**

Job Summary
Working in the I.T. department the post holder will promote Newry Mourne and Down District Council in a positive and professional manner and carry out related tasks comprehensively, enthusiastically and accurately. He/She will monitor and report to the Council’s IT Manager in the support of the Council’s Information Technology systems.

Hours of Work
36 hours per week.
The post holder must be prepared to work outside normal office hours, including evenings, weekends, and Public and extra Statutory Holidays for which the appropriate payment will be made or time in lieu granted if relevant.

Duration of appointment
Fixed term contract for 50 weeks commencing 01 September 2025.

Work Pattern
Flexi 36 hours Monday to Friday.
Hours of work are kept under review and may change in order to meet operational requirements, providing requisite notice.

Location and transferability
Based in either Council Offices, Monaghan Row, Newry or Downshire Civic Centre, Downpatrick, these posts will work across the Council District of Newry, Mourne and Down District Council.
Whilst the current vacant post is based in either Downpatrick or Newry, suitable candidates who are placed on a reserve list may be offered a similar post in other Council locations.
The post holder may be required to transfer to other locations in accordance with any requirements stated in the Job Description, any reviews of service delivery or other requirements as may arise from time to time. Any amendments made to work location will be implemented following appropriate consultation and provision of reasonable notice.
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Salary
Scale 1b SCP 3-4, currently £24,027 – £24,404 per annum based on a 36 hour week (pro rata to hours worked).