Clerk of the Council

Closing date: 30 September 2026

Applications are invited for the position of Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer to Rowsley Parish Council.

The successful applicant will need to be computer literate, and competent in administration and basic bookkeeping and also be able to demonstrate excellent time management, organisational and communication skills as well as having a good understanding of Local Authority organisation and management. They will need to be able to work mainly from home, but also attend evening Council meetings in Rowsley, normally on the 4th Monday of every other month as well as other ad hoc meetings as required.

Salary will be at SCP 18-23 level (£16.35-£17.85 p.h.), depending upon experience and qualifications. The hours of work will be 30 hours per month, equating to approximately 7 hours per week. There will also be an allowance for the use of home as office and a laptop and mobile phone will be supplied.

Previous experience as a Clerk is desirable but not essential. There will be a full handover of duties and training and support will be provided to the successful applicant to help them carry out the post.

Successful applicants will be shortlisted and invited for an interview in October.