Job Vacancies & Jobs Wanted

Posted: 20th January 2025, 11:31 AM

STAFF VACANCY
Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer

The Parish of Harwell is located in the District of Vale of White Horse, approximately 2 miles west of Didcot with an Electoral Roll circa 2500.

Applications are invited for the post of Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. This is an office / site based, part time, permanent vacancy for 20 hours per week (plus up to 5 hours overtime if required). Some hours may be worked from home with the agreement of the council.

The role involves approximately 2 evening meetings per month (the Council meets on Tuesday evenings). A parish council laptop and mobile phone will be provided, in addition to the Council equipment for use at the Council Offices.

For any candidate with no previous experience of Parish Councils 25 hours + 5 overtime/week if required is offered dropping to 20hours + 5 after 6months, but an extension will be considered by the Council if requested.

Salary offered is pro rata to the national scale LC2 (18-23) of between £30,559 and £33,366 a year for a full time (37 hrs a week) equivalent. The Parish Council currently enrols employees in the NEST pension scheme.

The successful candidate will either already hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) qualification or be willing to gain it within 2 years appointment. The Clerk plays an integral role in serving the parishioners of the Civil Parish of Harwell and will be responsible to the parish council as a corporate body.

For further information, an application pack is available to download at https://www.HarwellParish.gov.uk/ or please contact the present Clerk by emailing Clerk@HarwellParish.gov.uk.

Closing date: 14th February 2025.

Applicants are requested to submit a completed application form (available directly from the clerk, or download from the website), and will also include a C.V. and covering letter. Applications should be marked confidential and for the attention of the Parish Clerk. Candidates will be interviewed the following week.

Posted: 15th January 2025, 8:31 AM

Required from February 2025

We are looking for a clerk to play a pivotal role in the development of our Parish Council. Applicants may already be an experienced clerk or someone with suitable skills and commitment who is prepared to undergo training which could be provided if required

The successful candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, initiative and commitment to the council and its aims, You will need to be able to manage your time well and possess good communication skills,

The Parish Clerk role involves various administration tasks including dealing with queries from members of the public.

Advising the Parish Councillors on procedural and legal matters, by keeping up to date with legislation and legal council updates.

Parish Council meetings (10 annually) agenda and briefings preparation and circulation in advance; notification to the village of upcoming meetings; minute taking at meetings, including agreed actions and follow ups (to be circulated as soon as possible, within 7 days); notifying WODC of PC input to planning applications matters.
There may also be additional extraordinary meetings that may be required. Ongoing management and updating of the PC website and a new Facebook page.

Ensuring insurances are up to date. Booking ROSPA Playground Inspections and any required playground repairs.

As RFO you would be responsible for managing the council’s finances.

Maintain and monitor a list of outstanding actions arising from Parish Council meetings and decisions taken between meetings and prompting councillors so that those actions are completed in a timely manner.

Parish Council laptop is provided.  Storage of some files and minute books is necessary.

Hours currently 24 per month to include currently 10 evening meetings per annum.  Salary scale  LC1 scp 13 (£13.97) to 17 (£14.95) depending on experience. Annual Review of both hours and salary.  Working from home allowance payable

Closing date Friday January 31 2025       For more information and/or to apply please email   council chair: malcolm.allsop@icloud.com

Posted: 14th January 2025, 3:22 PM

Blewbury Parish Council is looking for a clerk and RFO. This part-time position will take between 65 and 75 hours per calendar month, working from home apart from monthly council meetings on the second Wednesday of each month, the annual parish meeting and finance (& other) committee meetings. These are all generally held in the evening.

The clerk provides administrative and clerical support, as well as managing the council’s finances. Local government experience would be an advantage but is not essential – training and personal development is actively encouraged.

We’re looking for a proactive self-starter who can demonstrate a calm, organised approach to work, and show attention to detail. You should have good communication skills, and we’d expect you to be  used to working in Word and Excel. The council uses Scribe to process financial information – prior experience of this not essential.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the scale LC2 SPC18–28 – between £15.84 and £19.66/hour – depending on experience. There is an allowance of £26/month for working from home, plus pension contributions.

Please contact the clerk at blewburypc@gmail.com for a full job description and application form. The deadline for applications is 31^st January 2025.

Posted: 18th December 2024, 1:09 PM

STAFF VACANCY
Assistant Clerk

The Parish of Woodcote is located in the South Oxfordshire District Council, approximately 9 miles northwest of Reading with an electoral roll of approximately 2,000.

Applications are invited for the post of Clerk. This is an office / site based, part time, permanent vacancy for up to 8 hours per week. It is not possible to fulfil the requirements of this role solely from home and involves some evening meetings and occasionally on weekends. A parish council laptop and mobile phone will be provided, in addition to other Council equipment for use at the Council Offices.

The successful candidate will be on a training programme with the intention of becoming the Clerk and RFO of the Council toward the end of their first year in post, subject to completing the ILCA and FILCA qualifications and subject to ongoing assessment for suitability for the role. Once appointed as Clerk the hours will be approximately 18 hours per week, with the transition between 8 hours and 18 hours per week being gradual during the training programme.

Salary offered is pro rata to the national scale LC1 (13-17) of between £28,163 and £30,060 a year for a full time (37 hrs a week) equivalent. As required, the Parish Council would enrol employees in an appropriate pension scheme.

The successful candidate will be willing to gain CiLCA (Certificate in Local Council Administration) within 30 months of appointment (starting no earlier than 12 months into their appointment). The Assistant Clerk plays an integral role in serving the parishioners of the Parish of Woodcote and will be responsible to the Clerk and ultimately the parish council as a corporate body.

For further information, an application pack is available to download at www.woodcoteparish.gov.uk or please contact the present Clerk by emailing Clerk@WoodcoteParish.gov.uk.
Closing date for applications: 9.00am on Monday 13th January 2025.

Applicants are requested to submit a completed application form (available directly from the clerk, or download from the website), and will also include a C.V. and covering letter. Applications should be marked confidential and for the attention of the Parish Clerk. Candidates will be interviewed the following days.

Posted: 18th December 2024, 11:39 AM

Moulsford Parish Council

Vacancy for Parish Clerk and RFO (part time, 8 hrs/week)

Salary LC2 grades 18-23, depending on qualifications and experience)
 £15.84-17.29

Moulsford Parish Council is looking for a village clerk, who can spare 8 hours per week to keep our parish council running smoothly. The Clerk provides administrative and clerical support to the Council, as well as managing the Council’s finances. 

You’ll have experience in administration or clerical work and be able to maintain accurate financial records, demonstrate a calm, organised approach to work, show attention to detail, and possess good communication and customer service skills. You should also be accustomed to using a computer, including Word processing and Excel spreadsheets.

Responsibilities include:

• Helping set up parish council meetings, then subsequently attending, taking minutes, and ensuring actions are followed through.

• Managing administration related to the parish council, including record keeping, managing the review of planning applications, and handling queries from outside organisations.

• Maintaining the day-to-day accounts for the parish council, as well as ensuring the smooth running of the annual external audit.

• Updating the village website, Facebook page, etc (e.g. notice of council meetings).

You will be working largely independently and should be comfortable using your initiative to deal with a wide range of issues. The majority of work can be done from home, at hours to suit you.

Prior experience of working for parish councils is preferred. The ideal candidate will have also undergone training leading to the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA).

If interested, please contact Sue Powell, spowell@moulsford-pc.org.uk for an informal discussion and to get a copy of the job description.

Closing Date 17th January 2025.

Posted: 12th December 2024, 11:47 AM

Community, Business & Tourism Development Officer

Salary: SCP26 (currently £36,124), 37 hours per week

Maternity cover for six months

Wallingford Town Council are looking to recruit someone to provide maternity cover who will be responsible for the development and promotion of community and tourism events to create an improved experience for residents and visitors alike, whilst increasing revenue generation.

The post holder will be working with businesses, attractions, community groups and other stakeholders to forward the sustainable development of the Town, and to create, arrange, manage, and promote agreed Town Council events.

Relevant experience in this field is essential for this important role which is a combination of marketing, public relations, and project management. The role also demands considerable planning and preparation as well as the ability to work with other groups of people and staff already in place. Knowledge of working within a legally recognised historic environment will be highly beneficial.

The role is full time, 37 hours per week flexible.

Deadline for applications  by noon 19^th December 2024

To request a job pack, giving details of the role and how to apply, contact townclerk2@wallingfordtowncouncil.gov.uk

For an informal conversation please contact our Locum Clerk Karen Crowhurst on 07725866739

Posted: 12th December 2024, 10:01 AM

Wheatley Parish Council - Clerk and RFO

30-37 hours per week

SCP 24- 30, £34,314 - £39,513

Wheatley Parish Council are seeking a proactive and committed Clerk/RFO who can lead and support councillors and staff in delivering the council's ambitions.

Having local government experience would be an advantage, but not essential, as training and personal development is available. 

The role is based in the parish office with opportunities for flexible working/job share considered.

If you would like an informal chat please contact Cllr Alison Sercombe, alisonsercombe@wheatleyparishcouncil.gov.uk / 01865 873422. The recruitment pack is available from https://wheatleyparishcouncil.gov.uk/

Deadline for applications: 1pm Friday 31st January 2025

Interviews will be held w/c 10th February 2025.

Wheatley Parish, 89 High Street, Wheatly OX33 1XP

T: 01865 875615  E: clerk@wheatleyparishcouncil.gov.uk  W:wheatleyparishcouncil.gov.uk

Posted: 1st December 2024, 10:49 AM

Parish Clerk/Responsible Finance Officer (RFO) Wanted

This is a flexible part time role working from home that is varied and interesting.

Hours: 7.5 per week worked flexibly

Core duties are supporting the monthly meeting (maximum 11 per year) and the duties of a Council, preparing the agenda for and taking minutes at council meetings, dealing with correspondence and enquiries from the public, providing independent advice and support, managing the Council's website and Facebook page and managing the council’s finances and preparing its annual accounts.

Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage but not essential, as training will be provided for all aspects of the role throughout the first year in post if needed.

Salary is negotiable based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. From LC1 substantive (SCP 8-12 £12.84 - £13.73 per hour) if not in possession of CILCA qualification, to LC1 above substantive range (SCP13 - 17 £13.97- £14.95 per hour if CILCA qualified, or on obtaining the full qualification plus £26.00 per month working from home allowance.

Interview: It is expected that interviews for short listed candidates will be held flexibly in week commencing 16th December 2024, and on a rolling programme thereafter.

Apply: For an information pack, or for an informal discussion on the role, please email clerk@stadhampton-pc.gov.uk or ring on 07717 134606 until 23/12/24. The deadline for initial applications is 13/12/24.

Thereafter please contact the Chairman at cllrfitzgerald@stadhampton-pc.gov.uk

Posted: 1st December 2024, 10:48 AM

TETSWORTH PARISH COUNCIL
PARISH CLERK & RESPONSIBLE FINANCIAL OFFICER WANTED

Seeking job flexibility? Wanting to work from home?
Tetsworth Parish Council is looking for a parish clerk to support its activities.

The job is mainly home-based but includes at least 11 council meetings a year. It is part-time (14 hours a week) at a starting salary of £17.29/hr plus £10/month for working from home. The Council will also make the statutory NI and pension contributions.

The job includes:

• Supporting the council in carrying out its duties, and implementing its decisions.
• Providing independent advice and support, including managing the Council's website.
• Preparing the agenda for and taking minutes at council meetings.
• Dealing with correspondence and enquiries from the public.
• Managing the council’s finances and preparing its annual accounts.

Previous experience in a similar role would be an advantage but not essential as training will be provided throughout the first year in post if needed.

If you would like to apply for this post, please send a brief resumé by email to clerk@tetsworthparishcouncil.co.uk by 31st December 2024. If you would like more information first or have any questions, contact Paul Carr at paul.tetsworthpc@gmail.com or on 07523 907741 or 07545 323317