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Duloe Parish Council
Part Time Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer
Part time: 28 hours a month
Duloe Parish Council is looking for a highly organised person to take over the dayto-day organisation and management of the Council's services, finances & administration, including the role of Burial Officer for the Parish Council's Cemetery. The Clerk also has the responsibility of managing the Parish Council website and social media presence.
The Clerk is expected to attend all meetings of the Parish Council which are held on the 3rd Thursday of every month (no meetings held in August or December). Time management is essential, as is the ability to work alone for the majority of the time. Applicants need to be enthusiastic, flexible and community-focused with excellent administrative, inter-personal, accounting and IT skills. This skill set will enable the Clerk to work successfully with Cornwall Council, Councillors, external organisations and the wider community. Whilst an understanding of local authority organisation and management is very useful, it is not compulsory as full training is available.
Starting salary will be in accordance with the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) national recommended pay scales and rates, and dependent on experience and qualification.
For further information, the job description and details of how to apply, please contact:
Phil Hallworth, Chair, Duloe Parish Council at phil.hallworth@duloeparishcouncil.org.uk
Or, email the Clerk at clerk@duloeparishcouncil.org.uk
Closing date: Friday 20th December
Interviews will be held during the week commencing 6th Jan 2025
Grampound with Creed Parish Council
Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer
Part time: 8 hours per week
Grampound with Creed Parish Council is looking for an organised person to take over the management of the Council's services, finances and administration.
The Clerk is expected to attend all meetings of the Parish Council which are normally held on the 3rd Thursday of every month (no meetings are held in August or December). Time management is essential, as is the ability to work alone for the majority of the time.
Starting salary will be in accordance with the national recommended pay scales and rates (£16.65-£17.29 p.h.) dependent on experience and qualification.
Please submit your CV and two recent references to:
Cllr. Mark Taylor, Chair, Grampound with Creed Parish Council at marktaylorgrampoundwithcreed@gmail.com
Closing date: 15th January 2025
Interviews will be held on 24th January 2025 (TBC)
Hayle Town Council
Reception and Administration Officer
SP 5 – 7 £24,790 – £25,584 (pro-rata)
25 hours per week
Main Objectives:
To act as first point of contact with the public and to ensure the efficient and effective working of the Town Council's operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To be the first point of contact for the Council and its staff, via the reception desk, email and telephone. Carry out administration, reception duties and general enquiries, responsible for the Civic Diary, attend Town Council and/or Committee meetings, when required and assist with the production of agendas and minutes of such meetings. To assist with the planning and preparation of all of the Council's Civic events. Responsible for the administration of allotments, including tenancy agreements, waiting lists, annual invoices and receipts in conjunction with the RFO and Facilities and Contracts Manager. Responsible for the administration of the cemetery and burial records in conjunction with the relevant managers. To assist the Engagement Support Officer with monitoring the Council's social media accounts and to respond to messages from the public appropriately; to assist with maintenance of the Town Council's website.
Please complete and return an application form to info@hayletowncouncil.net by 9am Friday 17 January 2025.
Application Forms can be found here:
https://www.hayletowncouncil.net/2024/12/reception-and-administration-officer/
Interviews will be held the week commencing 27 January 2025.
Hayle Town Council
Engagement Support Officer
SP 13 – 17 £28,163 – £30,060 (pro-rata)
25 hours per week
Main Objectives:
To play a critical role in enhancing communication and engagement efforts between the Town Council, its residents and other stakeholders. This role involves implementing communication strategies, managing digital platforms, creating multimedia content and fostering community engagement, event management duties, working with Town Council employees, council members, external organisations and the general public.
Main Responsibilities and Duties:
Event Support and Coordination, Communication and Engagement, assisting in maintaining and enhancing the council's Media and Digital Presence. To assist with Content Creation and Marketing, Public Consultations and Research Compliance and Data Management. Provide Administrative and Reception Support, working closely with other officers, providing office support and covering during holiday periods, sickness, or other contingencies. To attend meetings, conferences, and training sessions relevant to the role, contributing to personal development and improving Council services.
Please complete and return an application form to info@hayletowncouncil.net by 9am Friday 17 January 2025.
Application Forms can be found here:
https://www.hayletowncouncil.net/2024/12/engagement-support-officer/
Interviews will be held the week commencing 27 January 2025.