Working at a polling station

Our Election Team is always looking to recruit poll staff - the roles available are No. 1 Presiding Officer, Presiding Officer and Poll Clerk

To be eligible to work you must:

  • be at least 18 years of age
  • have a National Insurance Number
  • have the right to work in the UK
  • complete the training provided

You cannot work at an election if you are campaigning on behalf of a party or candidate.

Find out more about the poll staff roles

To apply to work at an election contact the election team at elections@eastlothian.gov.uk