JOB VACANCY – CLERK AND RESPONSIBLE FINANCIAL OFFICER
20 hours per week based at the Parish Office in Barnham Community Hall (with flexibility to work at home on occasions)
A salary on the Local Government Payscale within in the LC3 scale range (FTE £45,441-£54,017 pro rata £23.62-£28.08 p.h) dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme 25 days annual leave (pro rata) + 8 Bank Holidays Closing date: Friday 8th November
The current Clerk will be retiring from the role of Clerk & RFO and the Council are hoping to recruit someone to join the Council in February 2025 with the aim of a suitable length of handover for what is a multi-functional role.
You must have a detailed knowledge of Microsoft products, demonstrate excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills, as well as being able to plan and manage workloads to meet deadlines. Previous meeting arrangement, including agenda setting and minute taking experience is essential.
In respect of the RFO element of the role you must have excellent accounting experience preferably with income and expenditure accounts.
We are looking for someone who is educated to at least A-level standard or equivalent, already holds the CiLCA (Certificate in Local Council Administration) qualification, or be working towards it, and has relevant experience for the role of Parish Clerk and RFO. In addition a good knowledge of local government organisation and procedures is essential.
What does the role entail?
Serving as the Proper Officer of the Council
Ensuring all key policy and procedure documents are relevant and up-to-date
Preparing agendas and minutes for Full Council and other meetings
Implementing Council decisions and resolutions
Acting as the Responsible Finance Officer to deal with the financial activities of the Council
Handling correspondence and maintaining the Council’s website
Manage the two Assistant Clerks and Litterpicker employed by the Council
Work closely with the Chair and all Councillors to plan and execute the Council’s aims and
objectives within the statutory and regulatory requirements that govern the Council
Help maintain a relationship between the Council and the Community Trust
If you are interested and want to know more please contact Alison Crabb, the current Clerk, by email: clerk@barnhamandeastergate-pc.gov.uk for full details and an application form.