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VACANCY: Deputy Town Clerk

At a time of growth and change for the historic market town of Crewkerne, the Town Council is seeking to recruit a pro-active, forward-thinking, community-minded Deputy Town Clerk.  The Deputy Clerk will have a particular focus supporting the Planning and Highways Committee.

This job is varied and interesting, involving events organisation, identifying opportunities for grant funding, project management, deputising for the Town Clerk when required, and supporting and guiding our Town Councillors.  No two days are ever the same in this role!

Previous experience in local government would be an advantage, but full training will be given. Candidates should either hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) or be willing to work towards it during the first year of employment.

The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated, able to work both independently and as part of a team and be focused on providing a quality level of service to the residents of Crewkerne. 

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact the Town Clerk on 01460 74001 or email towncouncil@crewkerne-tc.gov.uk.

SCP14-18, dependent on experience and qualifications (£23,484 – £25,419 FTE).

This post is for 35 hours per week and the post holder will be entered into the Local Government Pension Scheme.  Flexible working by agreement with the Town Clerk.  Attendance at some evening meetings is a requirement of the job, for which time off in lieu will be given.

Application forms and a Recruitment Pack can also be downloaded below.

Closing date: 5pm on Monday 24th October 2022.

Interviews are likely to be held in the week commencing 31st October 2022.

Published
27 September 2022
Last Updated
27 September 2022
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