RAVENSTONE WITH SNIBSTON PARISH COUNCIL Require an Experienced Parish Clerk Ravenstone with Snibston Parish Council is a pro-active and forward thinking organisation, delivering a range of services for a demanding and articulate community. The Council is seeking to appoint a Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and individual to make a difference and help the Parish Council achieve its objective to be responsive and engaged with the community. The post requires excellent communication skills and strong organisational ability including a trial administrative, financial and advisory skill set. The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is essential. Evidence of community engagement, report writing and committee work, including meeting attendance is required. An in depth knowledge of local government and of parish councils and a commitment to good practice is also expected. The successful applicant must hold a Certificate in Local Administration (CiLCA) or commit to achieving this qualification within one year of appointment, if not already obtained. We offer excellent nationally based terms and conditions of employment for this part-time post (flexible hours available) which involves home working, evening and weekend attendance for which time off in lieu will be taken. The Council has seven elected Councillors and our formal meetings take place on the fourth Thursday evening of every month (7.30pm 9.45pm). The salary – will be dependant on qualification as well as the successful completion of a six month period. The Council does not have an office so the clerk will be expected to work frequently at home and provide document storage. There is no requirement for the post holder to live within the parish, but they will be required to make journeys around the parish as necessary to fulfil their duties. The post holder will be entitled to certain expenses to cover costs associated with the role as per the terms and conditions of employment For further information please contact Ravenstone with Snibston Parish Council Chairman 07984 086691
RAVENSTONE WITH SNIBSTON PARISH COUNCIL Require an Experienced Parish Clerk Ravenstone with Snibston Parish Council is a pro-active and forward thinking organisation, delivering a range of services for a demanding and articulate community. The Council is seeking to appoint a Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and individual to make a difference and help the Parish Council achieve its objective to be responsive and engaged with the community. The post requires excellent communication skills and strong organisational ability including a administrative, financial and advisory skill set. The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines is essential. Evidence of community engagement, report writing and committee work, including meeting attendance is required. An in depth knowledge of local government and of parish councils and a commitment to good practice is also expected. The successful applicant must hold a Certificate in Local Administration (CiLCA) or commit to achieving this qualification within one year of appointment, if not already obtained. We offer excellent nationally based terms and conditions of employment for this part-time post (flexible hours available) which involves home working, evening and weekend attendance for which time off in lieu will be taken. The Council has seven elected Councillors and our formal meetings take place on the fourth Thursday evening of every month (7.30pm – 9.45pm). The salary will be dependant on qualification as well as the successful completion of a six month trial period. The Council does not have an office so the clerk will be expected to work frequently at home and provide document storage. There is no requirement for the post holder to live within the parish, but they will be required to make journeys around the parish as necessary to fulfil their duties. The post holder will be entitled to certain expenses to cover costs associated with the role as per the terms and conditions of employment For further information please contact Ravenstone with Snibston Parish Council Chairman 07984 086691
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