Vacancy for Parish Clerk

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone wanting to work for a proactive and vibrant small council in the north of Shropshire.

Applications are invited for the post of Clerk to Ruyton XI Towns Parish Council. The post is part-time 14 hours per week to be worked flexibly. Council meetings take place monthly in the evening (usually 1st Tuesday of the month). The post- holder will be required to work mainly from home.

The Clerk is responsible for preparing agendas, taking minutes, dealing with correspondence, liaising with the public, contractors and local government officials.

The post-holder will also be the Council’s Responsible Financial Officer and should have experience of preparing accounts, bank reconciliations, budgets, VAT returns, and PAYE.

The successful applicant should be computer literate, ideally have previous local government experience and hold or be prepared to obtain the Certificate in Local Council Administration or the Certificate of Higher Education in Community Governance. First class communication and interpersonal skills are a necessity; whilst the ability to work as part of a team is essential.

The conditions of employment and remuneration are based upon the National Association of Local Council’s salary recommendations. The salary range is LC2, SCP 19 rising to SCP 23 (£31,067 - £33,366 pro-rata) depending upon qualifications and experience.

To apply for this position please send a CV with a covering letter to parishclerk@ruytonxitownsparishcouncil.org.uk

Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 20th January 2025

It is expected interviews will take place in January 2025.

The Parish Council is an equal opportunities employer.