Cuckfield Parish Council is looking for a 

COMMUNICATIONS & ADMIN OFFICER 

Do you enjoy supporting your local community and making a difference? 

The successful candidate will need to have the flexibility to handle a variety of general communication and admin tasks including dealing with members of the public. 

If you would enjoy working as part of a small team please see www.cuckfield.gov.uk/news for more details or contact us for more information: Sam Heynes Parish Clerk clerk@cuckfield.gov.uk   

Closing Date: 27th May 2022 

Please note that we reserve the right to interview candidates before the stated closing date; we would therefore welcome early applications. 

 PULBOROUGH PARISH COUNCIL VACANCY 

DEPUTY CLERK TO THE COUNCIL    

Local Government Scale LC1 SCP 13-17 £23,023-£24,920 pa (pro-rata) dependent on experience and qualification  

30 hours per week  

A unique opportunity has arisen to join the Parish Council’s administrative support to assist, support and provide cover for the Parish Clerk in all aspects of the day-to-day management and operation of council services, including managing two council committees and council allotments.  

The role is a permanent position, mostly office based but with some flexibility, and includes attending at least two evening meetings per month.  

Salary to be set at a point within the range £23,023-£24,920 (pro-rata) depending on relevant experience, with attractive holiday entitlement and pension scheme.  

Applicants must possess excellent communication skills, have experience of using Excel, Word, Email, be extremely well organised and have an eye for detail.  

It is essential that the successful applicant can work on their own and use their initiative, as well as be part of a team.  

For further information on this role, please contact the Clerk, Mrs Heather Knight by email to heather@pulboroughparishcouncil.gov.uk or on 01798 873532. 

Further details are on our website:  www.pulboroughparishcouncil.gov.uk    

Applications should be returned to the above email address or posted to:  The Clerk, Pulborough Parish Council, Swan View, Lower Street, Pulborough, West Sussex RH20 2BF.  

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 11.59pm Sunday 5th June 2022 but may close sooner  if sufficient suitable applications are received. 

Rusper Parish Council

  Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer 

 Part time 14 hours per week including attendance at two evening meetings per month, and one additional evening meeting per quarter    

SCP 29-32 £17.40-£18.90 per hour, to be determined by qualifications and experience  

Rusper Parish Council is looking to recruit a new part time Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer  The role is for 14 hours per week.  The Council is happy for the successful applicant to decide on their working hours and will support a flexible working pattern.  The position is home-based but will require a commitment to attend ad hoc meetings, evening Council meetings and some site visits within the parish.   

The Clerk is required to make recommendations to Council and advise them of policy and law to ensure their activities are lawful.  They will need to prepare the agenda for and produce the minutes of all Council meetings and the Annual Parish Meeting.  They are responsible for the day-to-day administration of the council and all its assets, managing the Council’s finances in accordance with Government Accounting Regulations and being responsible for the Council’s communication through the website, social media and email.   

Rusper is a small, rural parish in the Horsham District which lies between Horsham town, Crawley and Gatwick Airport.  This puts Rusper under considerable pressure for additional housing and the parish is growing.  There are 11 active councillors.  They have an annual precept of approximately £40,000.    

The council’s main assets are a playground, recreation ground with pavilion, and a car park.    

The Clerk needs to be an effective communicator, have robust IT skills and be able to manage the Council’s finances accurately and securely.  Previous experience as a clerk is desirable but not essential.  Training for the Certificate in Local Council Administration will be provided, if necessary.    

Only completed application forms will be considered for this position and successful shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.    

Applicants will be required to prove they have the right to work in the UK.   

The successful candidate will be required to start in June so that there can be a full handover with the current Clerk.    

The Council intends to close this advert as soon as a suitable candidate is selected so please submit your applications as soon as possible.    

If you would like more information about the post or the Council please get in touch with the Clerk at clerk@rusper-pc.org.uk, or look on the website: www.rusper-pc.org.uk.  

 Kingston (near Lewes) Parish Council  

Vacancy for a Part Time Parish Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer   

We are looking for someone who is motivated and organised, with excellent administration, bookkeeping, IT and communication skills to join our team. You will need to be proactive and helpful to support our Councillors and our residents and able to work independently from home.   

Reporting to the Council you will be required to organise meetings, draft minutes, prepare documentation and follow up on actions. As Responsible Financial Officer you will manage the Council’s accounts and budgeting using accounts software. You will also manage the Council’s website and liaise with many other organisations and groups, in this key role.   

Although an appropriate qualification would be preferred, the Parish Council will support an applicant following appointment to study for the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CILCA) qualification.   

Part time: 40-50 hours a month with flexibility to vary hours to accommodate varied work priorities and projects.   

Place of work: Home based with attendance at meetings and site visits as necessary.   

Starting rate of pay: £16.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.   

The application form and the job description are available on request from Emily Simpson at admin@esalc.co.uk. 

For any queries, Emily can be contacted on 07881 714 526.  

The completed application form should be sent by email to Emily Simpson at admin@esalc.co.uk.   

Closing Date: 23rd May 2022 

Newhaven Town Council 

Responsible Finance Officer 

Salary Scale: £23,484 - £27,514 (pro rata) 30hrs per week (8.30am to 2:30pm Mon-Fri)  

An opportunity has arisen for someone to join our close-knit team working at the Town Council Offices in Fort Road Newhaven.  

The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working within a local government environment along with strong organisational, interpersonal and IT skills, and with the ability to work calmly under pressure to tight deadlines. This role will occasionally require out of hours work and work at other sites within the Town.  

About the role The Responsible Financial Officer is the Council’s designated officer responsible for ensuring its sound financial management. Being an excellent problem solver within a regulatory framework, you will also be required to produce regular financial reports to all Members of the Council and submit audit information to our internal and external auditors in a timely manner to ensure an ‘unqualified’ audit each year.  

As part of this role, you will also be required to provide front desk support, dealing with a wide range of queries from the public, elected members and partner organisations.  

The successful candidate will: -  

• Have an interest in working in a local government environment and a desire to assist residents of the Town,
• Have experience of using financial software to administer both purchase and sales ledgers whilst maintaining sound financial processes and procedures. (Experience of the Rialtus Omega system would be a distinct advantage, though training can be provided to the right candidate). 
• Be flexible and prepared to carry out a variety of administrative tasks and small projects, 
• Have strong organisational and outstanding interpersonal skills, and 
• Have demonstrable experience in using MS Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.  

Closing date: 09:00Hrs Monday May 30th 2022.  

Completed application forms accepted by email or post direct to: Ken Dry, Town Clerk, Newhaven Town Council, Council Offices, 18 Fort Road, Newhaven. BN9 9QE. Please note, CV’s will not be considered.  

Email: - ken.dry@newhaventowncouncil.gov.uk 

Town Council Offices: (01273) 516100 

Website: https://www.newhaventowncouncil.gov.uk/  

Interview date: Week commencing Monday 6th June 2022.  

Additional information Successful candidates will need to evidence that they have the Right to Work in the UK.

Fleet Town Council  

Executive Officer    

Fleet Town Council, formed in 2010, is seeking an Executive Officer/Town Clerk to hold lead responsibility for all aspects of Council business including the duties of the Responsible Finance Officer managing a budget in excess of £1,500k. They will assist in the strategic development of the Council, overseeing the management of its operations and be an effective partner to community leaders and organisations, and the residents of our Town. We are seeking a forward-thinking, collaborative, and proactive individual to lead us for the future.    

Fleet, population c25k, is situated in the northeast corner of Hampshire, less than 40 miles from London and with high-speed rail and motorway links to both the capital and the south coast.  It is the administrative and commercial centre of the District of Hart and is surrounded by a number of thriving towns. In one of the more prosperous areas of the UK it is known as “one of the safest places to live in the UK, enjoying high earnings and low crime” (Halifax Quality of Life Survey).     

This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional professional who will provide the information required by councillors so that they can make effective decisions - enabling them to deliver their vision and to uphold their statutory and civic duties. The post demands high levels of personal autonomy, integrity, and creative leadership skills.     

The post holder will build on the strong reputation of the Council to deliver high-quality services including the management of Council owned/managed buildings – The Harlington and Ancells Farm Community Centre, the cemetery and formal open spaces. The post holder will lead a team of sixteen staff and oversee the delivery of council projects and initiatives to ensure delivery on time and within assigned budgets.     

The ideal candidate will have recent experience in a similar role and have recent relevant knowledge of working in local government. This is an ideal opportunity for aspirational further career advancement. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This is a ‘hands on’ role and you should have proven success in delivering a wide range of projects and services, experience of managing finances and staff, and being adept at partnership working are essential.     

The ability to manage change, work flexibly, deal with the unexpected, be solution-focussed when meeting challenging circumstances and successfully juggle priorities will be important. We value equality and welcome applications from everyone meeting the person specification and job description.     

This is a full-time role which involves attendance at regular evening meetings and working outside office hours. The successful applicant will hold, or be prepared to work towards, the Certificate in Local Council Administration.     

Salary: Circa £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) Benefits include an attractive package including relocation assistance (if appropriate).   

Closing date: Tuesday 31st May 2022 at 12 noon.   

Application is online, to note CV’s will not be accepted.   

Further information and an application pack is available from our website:  www.fleet-tc.gov.uk   

Interviews: To Be Arranged.   

If you would like an informal conversation about this role, please contact Janet Stanton, the current Town Clerk, 01252 625246  

 Fleet Town Council is committed to Equality of Opportunity and actively welcomes applications from all sections of the community.   

Fleet Town Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. 

ARUNDEL TOWN COUNCIL ARE HIRING ADMINISTRATION & COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

 150 hours per month including some evening & weekend work 

This post offers a challenging workload and the successful candidate will need to have the flexibility to handle a variety of general administration and communication tasks including dealing with members of the public. 

For a full job description & application form please visit: www.arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk/vacancies 

Applications to be returned to the Town Clerk - Carolyn Baynes: townclerk@arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk 

MARESFIELD PARISH COUNCIL (East Sussex)

ASSISTANT CLERK TO THE COUNCIL

Accountable to: 

Parish Clerk 

Location: 

Parish Office, Churchfields, Nutley, East Sussex, TN22 3NA 

(with the possibility of limited flexibility for some home working).    

Hours: 

20 hours per week Salary:

Salary range:

LC1 13-17 currently £23,023 to £24,920 (pro rata)

Maresfield Parish Council is looking to appoint an Assistant Clerk to the Council who will provide support and assistance to the Parish Clerk and the Parish Council and carry out any proper duties as may be reasonably required.  

We are looking for someone who is motivated and organised, with excellent administration, IT and communication skills to join our team.   

Reporting to the Parish Clerk you will be expected to prepare agendas and draft minutes, maintain the Council’s website and update its social media platforms, amongst other administrative duties.   

Part time: 20 hours per week.   

Place of work: Parish Office, Churchfields, Nutley, East Sussex, TN22 3NA  (with the possibility of limited flexibility for some home working).  

Starting rate of pay: Salary range LC1 13-17 currently £23,023 to £24,920. pro rata. 

 The application form and the job description are available on request from Emily Simpson at admin@esalc.co.uk. 

For any queries, Emily can be contacted on 07881 714 526.  

The completed application form should be sent by email to Emily Simpson at admin@esalc.co.uk.   

Closing Date: 2nd June 2022 or sooner, depending on the interest received.