Working as a counting assistant
Verification and counting of ballot papers will take place on 8 May 2026 at the Utilita Arena in the city centre.
Counting assistant duties and responsibilities
Full instructions are provided if you are appointed. As an overview, counting assistants must:
- be available from 8:00am on 8 May 2026 until counting is complete
- work as part of a team to verify and count the number of ballots in the ballot boxes for each polling station
- follow instructions from a table supervisor
- act impartially at all times
- not wear badges, slogans or colours that may affect impartiality
- bring enough food and drink to last throughout the day
Pay
If appointed you will receive a gross fee of £19 per hour, plus £10 for the time spent on training. Payment is made by BACS after the election.
Application and appointment
Find out who can apply, how to apply, and how we fill vacancies on our working at the election page.
Training
You must attend a short training session about the role. This lasts less than one hour. Details will be provided when you are made an offer.
Page last updated: 24 April 2026
