The Parish Council currently has a vacancy for a Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer.

Bishampton & Throckmorton Parish Council is seeking a self-motivated person to fill the exciting role of the Clerk and Responsible Finance Officer (RFO) to the Council. The role is home based but includes attending a monthly Council meeting and occasional additional meetings as necessary.

The Clerk/RFO is responsible for preparing agendas, taking minutes, dealing with correspondence, liaising with contractors and local government officials. Duties include managing of accounts, preparing budgets and VAT returns. The Clerk ensures that correct procedures are followed and advises the Parish Council to ensure that it acts lawfully. 

The successful applicant should be computer literate with own internet access, strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Workloads will fluctuate, the applicant will need to prioritise and demonstrate resilience. The applicant will need to own transport and ideally should be CiLCA qualified or must be willing to undertake the qualification. Previous experience working as a Parish Clerk and/or knowledge of Local Government would be highly desirable although training will be provided

The Parish is unusual in also owning the village pub, shop and flat above which adds additional challenges and reward to this dynamic role.

The salary is based on 40 hours per month and will be calculated on the NALC salary scale. The salary range is expected to be SCP 18– 30 (£30,559 -£39,513 pro rata depending on qualifications and experience.

For more information and an application form contact vacancy@BaTPC.org.uk

The closing date for applications is 19th^st January 2025