Job Description

An excellent opportunity for a committed and organised local resident

Hilton Parish Council is seeking an enthusiastic and capable Hilton parishioner to join our team in the role of Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer, or alternatively as a Deputy Clerk to support the Clerk in their duties.

We're looking for someone who is:

A strong team player with good interpersonal skills

Reliable, well-organised, and self-motivated

Confident using computers and digital systems

Comfortable with numbers and has solid written and verbal communication skills

Experience in local government or administration is a plus, but not essential. Full training and support will be provided as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Advising the Council on legal procedures and ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements

Organising and attending all Council meetings, preparing agendas and minutes

Managing the Council's financial records and processes

Monitoring the implementation of Council policies

Coordinating and responding to planning applications

Carrying out general administrative duties for the Council

A full job description is available on our website: www.hiltonparishcouncil.com

Role Details:

Home-based, part-time position (12 hours/week)

Evening attendance required for Parish Council meetings, plus availability during standard office hours for correspondence

A six-month probationary period applies

Salary will be based on the NJC pay scale and reflect your experience and qualifications

Clerk - SCP 24-28 (17.79-19.66 ph) Deputy Clerk - SCP 18-23 (15.84-17.29 ph)
A full and required key competencies, along with an application form, are available from Nicola Webster, Clerk. Questions concerning the role should be addressed by email in the first instance to Nicola (clerk@hiltonparishcouncil.com).

Applications forms demonstrating how the applicant meets the key competencies and job description should be sent by email to: clerk@hiltonparishcouncil.com by close of office hours on Friday 11th July 2025.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.84-19.66 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hilton, PE28 9NB

Application deadline: 11/07/2025