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Working for: Blake Stephenson MP
Location: Mid Bedfordshire (hybrid available for the right candidate)
Salary: In line with IPSA payscales (£26,039–£40,533)
Contract: Permanent, full-time, 37.5 hours per week

 

Blake Stephenson MP is seeking a full-time, hardworking, skilled and motivated Caseworker, to be based in his Mid-Beds constituency office. Hybrid arrangements would be considered for the right candidate with occasional travel to the constituency. 

The successful candidate will be proactive, with strong writing, communication, AI, IT and organisational skills. The role also requires a flexible attitude and the ability to manage constituency casework, campaign emails and correspondence.

Previous experience in a similar role is strongly preferred.

Key responsibilities

Casework oversight

  • Managing a casework caseload, including complex and priority cases
  • Managing a campaign caseload
  • Drafting letters, emails and correspondence to constituents
  • Continuous learning and development reviews to improve systems for triaging, recording and progressing casework
  • Helping to develop templates, standard responses and internal guidance where appropriate
  • Contributing to regular casework reviews and team discussions

Analysis and campaign links

  • Identifying patterns, themes and recurring issues arising from constituency casework to help inform the MP’s local campaigns, policy work and stakeholder engagement
  • Producing briefings for the MP and office team on emerging casework trends

Skills and qualities

  • Strong writing, communication and organisational skills, and able to take the initiative
  • Hardworking, flexible, proactive team player, with the ability to work to tight deadlines
  • Excellent IT skills and an understanding of responsible AI use
  • Strong attention to detail and an ability to prioritise workload
  • Experience managing complex public-facing enquiries and processes
  • Ability to work independently and contribute constructively as part of a small team
  • Ability to use casework management software
  • Politically aware, with an interest in current affairs
  • Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Conservative Party

Benefits

  • Generous employer pension contribution
  • Access to training and development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme

Upon appointment, you will be required to apply for security clearance, undertaken by the Security Vetting and Pass Office. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Key dates

  • Closing date: 27th July 2026 (5pm)
  • Interviews: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date; we would therefore encourage early applications
  • Start date: As soon as possible thereafter

Application details

Please upload a single document combining your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should briefly outline your relevant experience, interest in the role, and any key information supporting your application.

Please apply online through this website.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.

For more information about Blake, please see: www.blakestephenson.uk

Please direct any initial enquiries about the role to info@hivesupport.co.uk

Job published: 06-07-2026

Hive Support regularly works with Members of Parliament across Westminster and the UK to provide experienced, short-term staffing support.

With increasing demand for interim cover - supported by IPSA’s staffing support fund and greater flexibility around secondments - we are expanding our pool of experienced parliamentary professionals who are available for short-term assignments.

These opportunities typically arise to cover:

  • Sickness absence
  • Annual leave
  • Short-term increases in workload
  • Interim support during recruitment processes

Assignments can vary in length, from a few weeks to several months, and may be offered on a full-time, part-time, or flexible basis. Some roles can be undertaken remotely, while others may require a Westminster or constituency presence.

Who we’re looking for

We are keen to hear from individuals who:

  • Have prior experience working in a parliamentary office
  • Can step into a role quickly and operate effectively with minimal onboarding
  • Are confident managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Have strong drafting and communication skills

Experience may include:

  • Casework
  • IPSA and payroll processes
  • Communications and press
  • Research and policy
  • Office management or Chief of Staff responsibilities
  • Constituency support

Secondments and additional work

If you are currently employed by an MP, please note that your IPSA contract will require you to seek permission before taking on additional work. We encourage you to ensure you are clear on any contractual or procedural requirements in advance.

How it works

By registering your interest, you will join our talent pool for short-term opportunities. We will contact you directly when suitable roles arise.

Due to the nature of these vacancies, roles are often filled quickly. We therefore encourage candidates to respond promptly when contacted, as we may need to progress with other applicants if we do not hear back within a short timeframe.

Applying

To register, please submit:

  • Your CV, clearly outlining your parliamentary experience

We recognise that many candidates bring valuable transferable skills that are highly relevant to parliamentary roles, and we would be pleased to consider such applications for other opportunities we advertise. However, due to the nature of these short-term assignments, this registration is only open to individuals who have worked for a Member of Parliament within the last three years.

Job published: 16-04-2026