Job Description

As a Civil Service Administrator you could be working in a number of different departments and cover a broad range of duties and responsibilities this could be in the department for transport, work and pensions, education, health or HM Treasury to name but a few. There are a number of different grades from an assistant to higher executive officer. Duties could include research, compiling records, working with the public and working on policy documents.

Entry Requirements

You’ll need to meet certain nationality rules to apply. You’ll usually need to be:

a UK national
an EU or European Economic Area (EEA) national
another national with a right to live and work in the UK

You could work in a range of government departments or agencies. Each department sets its own entry requirements. You may also need:

2 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) for an administrative assistant role
5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) for an administrative officer post

You’ll need clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). You’ll also need to pass a security check.

GOV.UK has information about careers in the Civil Service and how to apply.

Career path and progression

With experience, you’ll deal with complex enquiries or complaints, or take on more specialist work related to your department.

With further qualifications you could be promoted from administrative officer to Civil Service executive officer.Related careers

Required Skills

Good organisational skills, able to understand complex issues, excellent written and verbal communication skills, commitment to self development.

Starting Salary

£15,000 to £24,500

Civil Service Administrator