Parish Clerk

Cranwell, Brauncewell and Byards Leap Parish Council are seeking to appoint a new Parish Clerk / Responsible Finance Officer. Based in our office at the Old School in Cranwell Village. We are looking for someone who is motivated and organised, with excellent administration, bookkeeping, IT and communication skills to join our team.

This is an employed part-time position, working 12 to 15 hours per week at a salary of between £14.21 and £17.00 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Reporting to the Council you will be required to
- organise meetings, draft minutes, prepare documentation and follow up on actions.
- you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Parish Council and
- to advise the Council on legal decision making.
- As Responsible Financial Officer you will manage the Council’s accounts and budget using the “Scribe” online administration package.

An induction / training programme will be provided.

Although an appropriate qualification would be preferred, the Parish Council will support an applicant following appointment to study for the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CILCA) qualification. The job involves attendance at evening (7:00 p.m.) Parish Council meetings, usually once a month except August.

**_Fluency Duty_**:

- In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post._