Vacancy for a Parish Clerk
There is a vacancy for a Parish Clerk on Westborough and Dry Doddington Parish Council.
If you are interested in becoming a Parish Clerk please apply in writing with your CV by email to clerk.west.drydodd.pc@gmail.com by 30th November 2024.
All applications will be acknowledged.
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Westborough and Dry Doddington Parish Council – South Kesteven District
Vacancy for Parish Clerk and Responsible Finance Officer
Job Description and Person Specification
Westborough and Dry Doddington Parish Council seek a motivated, enthusiastic person to take on the role of Clerk to the Council and Responsible Finance Officer (RFO). The Parish Council has two small villages, Westborough (110 on electoral role) and Dry Doddington (180 on electoral role) on the border of Lincs and Notts. There are 7 Councillors with an annual precept of circa £3000. There are no village halls, burial grounds, allotments or playgrounds to be responsible for. The current Clerk/RFO is retiring after being in post for 28 years and can provide more details about the position on request.
The post is part time, 10 hours per month with 5 evening meetings a year. Working from home, the hours of work are flexible except for attendance at meetings. Overtime is payable as the role demands.
The applicant is expected to use their own equipment i.e. laptop, printer & mobile phone and expenses will be paid.
Salary will be based on the National Association of Local Councils 2023-24 pay scale and is dependent upon experience and qualifications, (LC2 points 18-23). Full support is given and a mentor is available when wanted. Training can be provided leading to CiLCA qualification.
Holiday pay is currently 12 hours (as per statutory entitlement). There is no pension with this post and the applicant is expected to make their own provision.
Starting date is negotiable.
Duties include:
- Ensuring the Council is acting within current regulations and guiding Councillors on legislation and compliance matters
- Compiling and publishing meeting agendas, minuting meetings, timely production and publication of those minutes and implementation of the agreed Council decisions
- To attend all meetings of the Council, currently 5 per year
- Making payments to suppliers and volunteers, preparation of invoices to Lincs County Council
- Monitor and manage bank accounts, reclaim VAT annually, and prepare all records and documents for internal and external audit purposes
- Overseeing mowing contract, Community Benefit fund payments and projects
- Liaising with stakeholders such as District and County Councils and Councillors
- Responding to correspondence and emails on behalf of the Parish Council
- Update the Parish Council’s website with agendas and minutes
- To be responsible for own training and attend courses or seminars as required.
Person specification:
- Have high levels of literacy and numeracy skills, be computer literate and proficient in the use of word processing and spreadsheets. Internet access is essential
- Be well organised, capable of working independently and using own initiative, have the ability to prioritise workload and work within agreed and legal timeframes but also be able to work collaboratively with a team
- Have excellent communication skills both written & oral and must possess and be able to demonstrate professional and constructive communication skills with Councillors, members of the public, contractors and other public & private sector organisations
- Be trustworthy with confidential information
- Be able to attend evening meetings and demonstrate flexibility around the Council’s requirements
Please apply in writing with your CV by email to clerk.west.drydodd.pc@gmail.com by 30th November.