Appointment of Deputy Clerk (new post) commencing minimum 10 hours per month. Pay range in accordance with NALC National Salary Award

Shipdham Parish Council are looking to appoint a Deputy Clerk to support the Parish Clerk & Responsible Finance Officer and the Council's operations. The Council is looking for someone with good communication, organisational and administration skills along with the ability to multitask and prioritise. A confident and mature manner is essential together with the ability to work on one's own initiative and to be flexible to Council needs.

Main responsibilities will involve looking after the Council's assets and to deputise for the Parish Clerk during periods of absence or busy periods. The Deputy Clerk will work closely with the Parish Clerk to provide advice and implement actions across the complete range of council activities. The ability to work with councillors, members of the public, businesses and other agencies is essential. The Deputy Clerk will carry out other responsibilities and roles from time to time as shall be required by the Parish Clerk and Council. Full and ongoing training will be provided.

The post holder is required to work from home and visit the village regularly. Duties may also include attending evening meetings. A laptop and all office equipment to do the job will be supplied.

The detailed Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form is available on our website www.shipdham.org or on request by emailing: clerk.shipdham@btconnect.com or telephone 01760 440953.

Postal application forms to: Shipdham Parish Council, 10 The Green, Ashill, Norfolk IP25 7AT.

Closing date for applications 28^th February 2023.

Due to the pending promotion of the current post holder, there is a vacancy for a key member of the senior management team for a

DEPUTY TOWN CLERK

(37 hours per-week from 1 June 2023)

Starting salary depending on qualifications and experience

SCP 29 £35,411 – SCP 32 £38,296

Applicants should be able to take responsibility, working within a small team to strict deadlines, educated to a good standard, computer literate, well presented, with good inter-personal skills and pleasant telephone manner. To work within the senior management team, supporting the Town Clerk to guide and advise Councillors, and generally assist in service delivery to the town of Swaffham.

The successful candidate could have experience in local government or possess transferable skills and a willingness to undergo training – be familiar with report and minute writing, data collection, analysis, research and consultation methods, PAYE, computerised accounting, word & excel. Local government qualifications and experience an advantage, i.e., CiLCA/Local Policy/Community Governance, any experience as a Parish or Town Clerk, as a Deputy or an Assistant Clerk.

If you would like an informal chat with the current Deputy Clerk, please call Helen on 07828 437087

Closing date 27 March – interviews 11 -14 April 2023
Preferred starting date 1 June 2023

Current Vacancies | Swaffham Town Council

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a vacancy for a TRAINEE to join our

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE TEAM

(37 hours per-week – from 1 June 2023)

Starting salary depending on qualifications and experience

Starting salary at the national minimum wage, then SCP 5 £21,575 from 1^st April 2025

Swaffham Town Council maintain and manage a number of play areas, open spaces and outside areas in the town and are looking for a trainee to join our outside team. Grounds Maintenance will form the bulk of the work including grass cutting and gardening.

The successful applicant will be trained on the job and off site; they will need to be flexible and adaptable, as the job will entail supporting other members of staff, taking on a variety of tasks, to support the Town Council in their service delivery and to assist with the delivery of community events as the need arises.

If you would like an informal chat with the Facilities and Operations Manager,

please call Graham on 07905 122342

Closing date 27 March – interviews 11 -14 April 2023
Preferred starting date 1 June 2023

Current Vacancies | Swaffham Town Council

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a vacancy for a

PROJECTS and GRANTS OFFICER

(part-time 30 hours per-week – from 1^st June 2023)

Starting salary depending on qualifications and experience

SCP 16 £26,357 – SCP 19 £27,852 (Pro-rata 30 hours = £21,370 – £22,582)

Applicants should be able to take responsibility, working within a small team to strict deadlines, educated to a good standard, computer literate, familiar with social media, well presented, with good inter-personal and organisational skills and a pleasant telephone manner. They should be capable of writing report, press releases and grant applications, data collection and analysis, research, and consultation methods. Experience of Project development, management, and delivery an advantage.

Application pack from:

Swaffham Town Council,

Town Hall, 4 London Street, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7DQ

Telephone 01760 722922 or www.swaffhamtowncouncil.gov.uk

Closing date 27 March – interviews 11 -14 April 2023

Preferred starting date 1 June 2023

Current Vacancies | Swaffham Town Council

Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer

8 hours per week; pay range £27,344 - £29,439 pro rata per annum depending on experience. The Parish Council is also a member of the Local Government Pension Scheme.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to join our team and manage a wide variety of assets and services in the parish.

We are looking for someone with good communication, organisation and administrative skills together with the ability to multitask and prioritise work. A confident and mature manner is essential and the successful candidate must be able to work on their own initiative. The post is home-based. A laptop and mobile phone will also be provided.

Duties will include attendance at evening meetings held every other month on the last Tuesday of the month as well as attendance at the Annual Parish meeting, Annual meeting of the Parish Council and annual Budget meeting. This is an essential requirement of the post.

The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of finance and administration for the Parish Council and Weasenham Green Trust and management of the community building. The Parish Clerk will be required to provide advice and implement decisions across the complete range of council activities. The ability to work with councillors, members of the public, businesses and other bodies is also essential. Previous administrative or management experience with a legal or financial bias is essential. A background in Local Government is desirable. CiLCA (Certificate in Local Council Administration) trained, working towards certification or prepared to attain certification is an essential requirement of the post.

If you believe that you are the person we are looking for then we would like to hear from you!

An application form, job description and person specification are available on request from our Chairman, Roger Atterwill, by email: roger.atterwill@breckland.gov.uk or parishcouncil@weasenham.org or telephone 07841 488860.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 1^st March 2023.

No vacancies at present

No vacancies at present

Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer

Applications are invited for the part-time role (average 1-2 hours per week) of Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer for Ingworth Parish Council. Hours must be worked flexibly including attendance at meetings and working from home. The Council meets four times a year in February, May, August and November, usually on the second Thursday of the month. Salary is negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications.

Duties include:

• Organising and attending council meetings, preparing agendas and writing minutes
• Maintaining/updating the village website and noticeboard
• Maintaining/updating files and documents
• Implementing the Council's decisions
• Attending to email correspondence
• Managing the finances, preparing the annual budget, requesting the precept and reporting finances to the Council
• Advise the Council
• Be the first point of contact for the public

Written applications stating work experience also the qualities and skills you would bring to this post are welcome by email to the Chairman, Annmarie Gibbons, petal1978@googlemail.com

If you would like an informal chat with our current Clerk please call Kirsty on 07754885750 or email ingworthclerk@yahoo.co.uk

Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer

Applications are invited for the part-time role (average 1-2 hours per week) of Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer for Plumstead Parish Council. Hours must be worked flexibly including attendance at meetings and working from home. The Council meets four times a year in February, May, August and November, on a day that is mutually convenient. Salary is negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications.

Duties include:

• Organising and attending council meetings, preparing agendas and writing minutes
• Maintaining/updating the village website and noticeboard
• Maintaining/updating files and documents
• Implementing the Council's decisions
• Attending to email correspondence
• Managing the finances, preparing the annual budget, requesting the precept and reporting finances to the Council
• Advise the Council
• Be the first point of contact for the public

Training will be funded if required.

Written applications stating work experience also the qualities and skills you would bring to this post are welcome by email to the Chairman, Nick Fulford: nickfulford@hotmail.com. Telephone: 01263 577433

No vacancies at present

Advertisement for SHELFANGER Parish Council Clerk

Shelfanger Parish Council is looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to fill the role of Clerk to the Parish Council and Responsible Financial Officer.

Shelfanger is a small rural parish of 180 households situated off the A1077 between Diss and Winfarthing. There are currently seven Councillors.

Experience as a Parish or Town Clerk is preferable and holding the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CILCA) is desirable. The post is for 6 hours a week and is based from home, with bi-monthly meetings taking place in the Village Church.

The successful candidate's duties will be [but not limited to] the following:

• Be the first point of contact for the public
• Arrange, publicise and attend 6 Parish Council meetings per annum including one Annual General Meeting
• Prepare agendas, take and present the minutes of the meetings.
• Attend to administrative tasks including the maintenance of paper and electronic files and annually review of all parish policies, deal with correspondence, letters, emails and enquiries, and oversee the maintenance of parish council assets.
• To monitor planning applications and circulate to Councillors.
• Act as the Responsible Financial Officer, manage and report the Parish Council's finances, online Banking and prepare the accounts for annual audit.
• Manage one's own PAYE.
• Advise and support the Councillors.
• Act as the Data Protection Officer for the Parish Council
• Liaise with District and County Councillors (and other organisations as needed)
• Update the Parish Council website

The successful candidate will be working with a friendly group of Councillors. Support and training (if required) will be offered via Norfolk ALC.

The post is for 6 hours per week and the current salary is £2173.70 pa.

For an informal chat please contact the Parish Council Chair Stephen Groom on 07871313126 or to apply please contact Lois Easter – current Parish Clerk at shelfangerpc@gmail.com

Closing date for applications is 30th April 2023

PART-TIME GROUNDSPERSON

Based in Clenchwarton village, the role will include a wide variety of grounds maintenance tasks, including litter picking/litter bin emptying, mowing using a ride-on mower, planting / tidying of flower/shrub borders, weed suppression / control, hedge/tree pruning, general repairs and maintenance of equipment, general building / street furniture maintenance, and other ad hoc tasks as required, all whilst following Health & Safety and Risk Assessment Standards.

Groundsperson experience preferred, though not necessary, but the successful applicant must be capable of physically demanding tasks, of attaining the necessary safety and competence standards/tickets, and of working in the open air throughout the year. This is a public-facing role, and applicants must be able to represent the Council's values in a positive manner when interacting with residents and others; good communication skills are required.

Hours are negotiable and are expected to average 10 hours per week. Holiday entitlement will be pro-rata.

Salary based on National Joint Council Pay Scale (£10.53ph) To discuss the position and for further details, please contact the Acting Clerk, Sarah Bristow, at sbcouncil21@gmail.com, or on 07904043911.

Applications must be received by 12 Noon Monday 10th April 202

Parish Clerk & Responsible Finance Officer

Crimplesham Parish Council is looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to fill the role of Clerk to the Council and Responsible Financial Officer.

Crimplesham is a small rural parish with a tax-base of 101 households situated off the A1122 near Downham Market. There are currently 7 Councillors prior to the elections in May.

Experience as a Parish or Town Clerk is preferred and holding the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CILCA) is desirable. The post is for 5 hours a week and is based from home with a laptop provided, with evening meetings normally taking place at the Village Hall.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Arrange, publicise and attend 6 Full Parish Council meetings per annum plus one Annual Parish Meeting usually held on the same date as the Annual Meeting of the Council.
• Preparation of agendas and taking minutes of the meetings.
• Attend to administrative tasks including maintaining paper and electronic files and the Parish Council website, annual review of all parish policies, dealing with correspondence and enquiries, and overseeing the maintenance of parish council assets
• To monitor planning applications and circulate to Councillors
• Act as the Responsible Financial Officer, manage and report the Parish Council's finances and prepare the accounts for annual audit
• Advise and support the Councillors
• Act as the Data Protection Officer for the Parish Council
• Liaise with District and County Councillors (and other organisations as needed)
• Maintain and update the Parish Council website
• Produce a single page newsletter 2-3 times per year.

The successful candidate will be working with a friendly and keen group of Councillors. Support and training (if required) will be offered via Norfolk ALC.

The salary will be paid in accordance with experience and qualifications in line with National Joint Council rates.

Closing date for applications: Friday 31 March 2023.

Please send a copy of your CV with a covering letter to the Chairman: David Lane, 7 Short Close, Downham Market, PE38 9NT. Or e-mail: davidjames.lane14@gmail.com

Job Title Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer

Hours 35 hours a month

Application Deadline 25^th March 2023

Interviews commencing 1^st March 2023

Email Address cllr.wiles-Vandyke@middletonparishcouncil.org

SUMMARY

Middleton is a vibrant village just outside King's Lynn, straddling the A47.

As Parish Clerk you will be home based, but work closely with the elected parish councillors, using your knowledge and expertise to help develop and maximise the facilities and services we have to offer our village.

If you are not CiLCA qualified we will provide training to assist you in gaining this necessary formal qualification to become a qualified clerk

We are looking for a forward thinking, organised and innovative person helping us to bring a healthy return on our annual budget.

You will be expected to perform statutory duties and a high level of public body governance and to build relationships across all levels of local government and within the community.

You will have excellent organisational, leadership, IT and administrative abilities and ideally a good knowledge of local government.

You will have experience in and be able to demonstrate good financial management.

You will be required to work 35 hours a month and attend one council meeting a month (with the exception of August) and the occasional extraordinary meeting when required

Duties include but are not limited to

• Organising and attending council meetings, preparing agendas and writing minutes
• Implementing and maintaining the village website
• Maintaining and updating the village noticeboards
• Maintaining/updating files and documents
• Implementing the Council's decision
• Attending to all correspondence including letters and emails
• Distributing relevant information to Councillors
• Being first point of contact for the public
• Act as the responsible Financial Officer, manage and report on the Parish Council's finances, including HMRC PAYE, annual budget preparation, payment of invoices and prepare the accounts for annual audit using Scribe accounting system
• Preparing end of year accounts liaising with both internal and external auditors
• Acting as the Data Protection Officer for the Parish Council
• Monitoring planning applications and circulating to the Council
• Liaising with Borough and County Council/lors
• Advising the Council
• Allotment Management, including invoicing.
• Administrating the local parish Charity including annual returns

Please send your CV stating work experience and the qualities and skills you would bring to the job with a short covering letter to the Chair of the Parish Council cllr.wiles-Vandyke@middletonparishcouncil.org

Middleton Parish Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants for all sections of the community.

Advertisement for Parish Clerk

Pentney Parish Council is looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to fill the role of Clerk to the Council and Responsible Financial Officer.

Pentney is a small rural parish of 200 households situated off the A47 between Swaffham and King's Lynn. There are currently seven Councillors.

Experience as a Parish or Town Clerk is essential and holding the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CILCA) is desirable. The post is for 6 hours a week and is based from home, with evening meetings normally taking place at the Village Hall.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Arrange, publicise and attend 11 Parish Council meetings per annum including one Annual Parish Meeting
• Preparation of agendas and taking minutes of the meetings.
• Attend to administrative tasks including maintaining paper and electronic files and the Parish Council website, annual review of all parish policies, dealing with correspondence and enquiries, and overseeing the maintenance of parish council assets
• To monitor planning applications and circulate to Councillors
• Act as the Responsible Financial Officer, manage and report the Parish Council's finances and prepare the accounts for annual audit
• Advise and support the Councillors
• Act as the Data Protection Officer for the Parish Council
• Liaise with District and County Councillors (and other organisations as needed)
• Maintain and update the Parish Council website

The successful candidate will be working with a friendly and keen group of Councillors. Support and training (if required) will be offered via Norfolk ALC.

The post is for 6 hours per week and the salary will be paid in accordance with experience and qualifications in line with National Joint Council rates. Salary scale depending on qualifications and experience.

For an informal chat please contact the Parish Council Chair Rosie Littlehales on 07562 356249 or to apply please contact Sarah Bristow, Locum Clerk at pentneyparishcouncil@gmail.com

Closing date for applications is Friday 6th March 2023.

Parish Clerk Vacancy

Wimbotsham Parish Council is looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to fill the role of Clerk to the Council and Responsible Financial Officer.

Wimbotsham is a small parish of 300 households situated off the A10 just north of Downham Market. There are currently seven Councillors, with one vacancy.

Experience as a Parish Clerk is advantageous but not essential, training will be available for the right applicant, leading to a professional qualification. The post is for a minimum of 27 hours per month on average, based from home, with evening meetings normally taking place approximately every 6 weeks.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Arrange, publicise and attend 8 Parish Council meetings per annum and one

Annual Parish Meeting

• Prepare agendas and take minutes of the meetings
• Liaise with parish councillors, parishioners, District and County Councillors (and other organisations as needed).
• Attend to administrative tasks including maintaining paper and electronic files and the Parish Council website, annual reviews of all parish policies, dealing with correspondence and enquiries, and overseeing the maintenance of parish council assets
• Act as the Responsible Financial Officer, managing and reporting the Parish Council's finances and preparing the accounts for annual audit
• Monitor planning application consultations and circulate to Councillors
• Advise and support the Councillors, obtaining specialist advice where appropriate
• Act as the Data Protection Officer for the Parish Council
• Ensure the Parish Council complies with its legal obligations and responsibilities

The successful candidate will be working with a friendly and keen group of Councillors.

Support and training (if required) will be offered via Norfolk ALC.

Salary will be paid in accordance with experience and qualifications in line with National Joint Council rates.

For an informal chat or more information please contact the Parish Council Chairman: Ian Cable: 01366 386704 or the Parish Clerk Pippa Winson: 01553 674382. To apply please forward CV and covering letter to wimbotshampc@hotmail.co.uk

The Job description is available on the parish council website: https://wimbotshampc.norfolkparishes.gov.uk

Closing date for applications: Friday 17th March 2023

Administration and Advocacy Assistant Required

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