Job Descriptions

Assistant immigration officers check that people have the right to visit or stay in the UK.;

Immigration officers make decisions on whether people have the right to visit or stay in the UK.;

Admin assistants give support to offices by organising meetings, typing documents and updating computer records.;

Border Force officers protect UK border entry points like ports and airports, by enforcing immigration and customs regulations.;

Civil Service administrative officers work in government departments, carrying out policies and running services for the public.;

Civil Service executive officers work in government departments that develop policies and provide services to the public.;

Diplomatic Service officers help to promote and protect British interests, businesses and citizens overseas.;

Estates officers are responsible for the management and upkeep of land and property belonging to local councils and public bodies.;

Finance officers help to manage the finances of an organisation by keeping track of its income and controlling its spending.;

Human resources (HR) assistants provide admin support to the HR team in a company or organisation.;

Human resources (HR) officers hire employees and help develop their careers, and look after employee relations, benefits and welfare.;

Local government administrative assistants provide clerical support in council departments and give information to the public.;

Local government officers put council policies into practice and deliver local services.;

Revenues and benefits officers work for local councils and deal with housing benefits, rents, council tax and business rates.;

Personal assistants carry out support tasks for individuals and managers including administration, diary management and event planning.;

Post Office customer service assistants help customers in post offices and at counters in shops.;

Quality control assistants check that control systems and products meet recognised standards.;

Reprographic assistants use photocopiers and printers to make documents, brochures, leaflets and pictures.;

Sports development officers organise projects and training to encourage people to take part in sport and have a healthier lifestyle.;

Town planning assistants process applications, give advice about regulations and carry out design work and office administration.;