Guiting Power PC
Position: Clerk & RFO
Closing date for applications: 10 Jan
Salary range: £13.65/hour dependent on experience
Hours per week: 4 (under review)
Contact name: Cllr Neil Smith
Contact email: neils4550@gmail.com
Job Description: As Clerk to the Council you will ensure that all legal, statutory, financial and other governing provisions relating to the Council are observed, all Council meetings are properly administered, and the business of the Council and all communications are correctly executed. In addition, the position also has responsibility for administering the finances of the Council as the designated Responsible Financial Officer and for managing the existing website.
• Be prepared to deal with a diverse range of issues in a 'hands on' manner;
• Be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a wide variety of people;
• Be available to attend evening Parish Council meetings;
• Have good numeracy skills
Guiting Power is a small rural parish with seven parish councillors, meeting approximately five times a year. Working from home, the successful applicant should be committed, interested in the parish and have a positive attitude towards supporting the Council. Previous experience in a similar role would be preferred, and this position might suit a clerk in an existing role elsewhere who wishes to extend their working hours.
Alvington PC
Position: Clerk & RFO
Closing date for applications: 3 Jan
Salary range: Starting at £13.26/hour and potentially progressing to £14.36/hour
Hours per week: 6
Contact name: Richard Heys
Contact email: cllrrichardheys@gmail.com
Job Description: We seek a dedicated, organised individual with a passion for community involvement to take on the role of Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO).
The Parish Council strives to play a central role in community events and discussions. Our annual precept amounts to approximately £10,000, and we oversee several important community assets, including the Sports Field, churchyard and two play areas.
We now seek a candidate who can work well with a vibrant and active set of councillors, with a relaxed meeting environment where we welcome comment and participation from the local community.
If you are a proactive individual who likes finding solutions to the varied challenges we face as a community, whilst also working closely with eager volunteers whilst ensuring the key expectations, standards, and behaviours which residents should expect of us are maintained to the highest level, then we would be extremely keen to speak with you. We hope you will find Alvington’s Council ambitious for its community, welcoming of diversity and robust in ensuring the highest standards of public life are maintained. We work closely with our District and County Councillors and look forward to exploring how you could contribute to our team. More details are available at this link
Gloucestershire County Council
Position: Co-opted Independent Members of Gloucestershire Police and Crime Panel
Closing date for applications: 5 Feb
Contact email: democraticservices@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Job Description: The Gloucestershire Police and Crime Panel is looking for a committed and energetic person from Gloucestershire to help oversee and scrutinise the work of the Police and Crime Commissioner.
Police and Crime Panels maintain a regular check and balance on the performance of the directly elected Police and Crime Commissioner.
The Commissioner will be required to consult with the Panel on his plans and budget for policing, as well as the level of council tax and the appointment of a Chief Constable.
The role of a Panel member is an important one. The typical commitment required from a member of the Panel is expected to average up to one or two days a month, including preparation time. Meetings will generally be held during normal office hours at Gloucestershire County Council. All Panel members will be able to claim reasonable travelling expenses. All Panel members will receive induction and other appropriate training.