Powick Parish Council
Vacancy – Parish Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer
A vacancy has arisen for a Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer to Powick Parish Council to commence April/May 2024. The post is part-time (12 hours per week) to be worked flexibly, mostly from home. There is normally one meeting per month on the 1st Wednesday. Planning Committee starts at 7pm with the main meeting starting at 7.30pm at Powick Pavilion, off Hospital Lane, Powick.
The Clerk/RFO is responsible for preparing agendas, taking minutes, dealing with correspondence, liaising with contractors and local government officials. Duties include managing of accounts, preparing budgets, VAT returns, PAYE and organising audits. The Clerk ensures correct procedures are followed and advises the Parish Council to ensure it acts within its powers. Support for the emerging Neighbourhood Development Plan together with initial support for the Powick Hospital Lane Playing Field Committee will also be required. The ability to communicate at all levels is essential.
The successful applicant should be computer literate, have internet access and ideally should be CILCA qualified or willing to undertake the qualification. Previous experience working as a Parish Clerk and/or knowledge of Local Government would be highly desirable, although training can be provided. Candidates should be prepared to undertake continued development training throughout their period of employment.
The salary is based on 12 hours per week and will be calculated on the SLCC’s salary scales 2023/24. The salary range is LC2, range SCP 18 to 23 (pro rata £29,629-£32,076) depending on qualifications and experience.
For enquiries, please email the Chair, Andrew Lamb at alamb@powick-pc.org.uk
To apply please send your CV and covering letter to alamb@powick-pc.org.uk
Closing date for applications 29th February 2024.
Interviews will be held during March 2024.