Gretton Parish Council – Clerk Vacancy

Parish Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer

Gretton Parish Council is seeking to recruit a Clerk who can assist and guide the Council. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons, although training will be offered, and enthusiasm to learn and a “can do” attitude will be seen as an alternative to formal qualifications.

The Parish has a precept of £26,800 with a population of approximately 1,650 people, and the Clerk will be the Proper Officer of the Council undertaking all the statutory duties entailed. The Clerk will also be the Responsible Financial Officer for maintaining all the financial records of the Council and ensuring the careful administration of its finances.

The position is part-time, approximately 11 hours per week and involves working from home and attending evening and daytime meetings when required. The number of hours required will be reviewed after six months. Salary is SPC 18-23, £13.21-14.67 per hour.

This position would suit a self-motivated, well organised person who can manage and prioritise their workload. Applicants should have good communication and computer skills, be able to take minutes and manage the council’s administration and finances.

Duties include: working with councillors, setting agendas, minutes, and financial records, maintaining the council’s website, ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements and regulations, advising the council on policies and activities and enacting the decisions of the council, liaison and instruction of contractors, and dealing with members of the public.

Closing date for applications: Monday 17th July 2023.

For further details or to express your interest in the role, please send your CV and covering letter to clerkgpc@btinternet.com