Dorset Council is inviting local people to apply to work at their local polling station during the forthcoming elections.

On 2 May Dorset residents will go to the polls to elect 82 councillors for Dorset Council as well as over 150 town and parish councillors.

The Dorset Police and Crime Commissioner election will also take place on the same day.

The authority employs hundreds of staff at election time to make sure that the process is run smoothly, in an open and transparent way.

Not only is it a great way to earn some extra money, but also a great opportunity to meet people and work as part of a team.

On Election Day, over 300 polling stations will be manned based all over the Dorset Council area. As a member of the polling team, you will help to ensure everyone who is entitled to vote is able to, without facing barriers.

You will need to be over 18 years old and not have worked on behalf of a candidate during the election campaign.

On Election Day, staff must have their polling station set up and ready to open for 7am, working through the day until after the polls close at 10pm.

There are also some opportunities to work as counting assistants.

Register at https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/-/working-at-elections