The Parish Council is looking to recruit a Parish Clerk due to the retirement of the current clerk.

• Part Time – varied, interesting role
• Flexible hours suit family life / return to work
• Training given / no previous experience required
• Leading a small friendly team in the community
• Job Description:
• Key tasks include:

o Communication with parishioners about the public services that the village benefits from, and liaising with the District and County Councillors as appropriate.

o Liaising with the community and District Council on planning matters.

o Management and maintenance of Parish Council owned community facilities.

o Preparing agendas and taking minutes of Parish Council meetings.

o Supervising 2-3 part time staff.

o Working with councillors in preparation of an annual budget.

o Overseeing the processing of invoices and salaries and liaising with auditors as necessary (which is currently contracted out to a local bookkeeper).

Ashwell Parish Council is a member of the Hertfordshire Association of Parish & Town Councils (HAPTC)

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• Employment:
• Office based
• 18 – 20 hrs per week, detail open to discussion
• Salary linked to Local Government pay scales
• Generous pension plan scheme