Financial and Administrative Assistant

2 weeks ago


Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

Location: Home (and office once established).Contract: 6 month fixed term contract with potential to increase.Newton Poppleford and Harpford Parish Council is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join as an Administrative & Financial Assistant to the Parish Clerk. The role is interesting, and you will be required to carry out a varied range of financial and administrative tasks to help with the day to day running of the Council. Tasks to be completed in an efficient manner with attention to detail. The role is initially for 10 hours per week, but there is room for flexibility going forward.Please only apply if you are able to commute to Newton Poppleford, ideally you will be within 20 miles.Start date to be agreed with the successful applicant.The Parish consists of three villages, Newton Poppleford, Harpford and Venn Ottery. There are thirteen Councillors and numerous assets including play spaces, allotments, cemeteries and toilets. The role is initially home based, and an office space is to be acquired for ad hoc hours in the future.Main Purpose of the RoleTo conduct a varied range of day-to-day financial and administrative tasks in an efficient manner, and general support to the clerk.Main DutiesResearch and arrange for tenders and quotations, maintain and process records accurately, including day to day finance plus filingAssist with banking processes and reconciliationRaising the Parish Council's profile and providing information, maintain the Website/Parish Online and social media platformsRespond to the public face to face and via written correspondence (letter/email)Administer NPHPC Burial GroundAdminister the Allotment allocation scheme for the parish, consulting with the Allotment Manager and Committee when appropriate. Ensure Tenancy Agreements and rent payments are up to date and undertake any associated work.Maintain accurate records admin/finance/correspondenceAdministering and maintaining of all council assetsPolicy reviewPlease email for further information.Please use the attached application form.Please return completed applications to: the Clerk, Dawn Chandler by email  Application Deadline: 7 December 2025.



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