Job Description

Trainee Cemeteries & Allotments Assistant

Part-time:

16 hours per week

Contract type:

Permanent

Pay:

NALC Salary Scale LC1 (7-12) (26,403 - 28,598 FTE, pro rata) depending on skills and experience

Start date:

As soon as possible

Are you looking to build a long-term career in local government? Do you care about your local community and want to help deliver meaningful public services?

St Agnes Parish Council is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and conscientious individual to join our team as a Trainee Cemeteries & Allotments Assistant.

This is a developmental role designed to support your growth into a fully qualified Cemeteries & Allotments Officer over time.

If you're passionate about public service and want to progress in a professional environment that values care, integrity, and community, we want to hear from you.

Working under the guidance of trained Officers, you'll assist in administering the Council's cemeteries and allotment sites. This includes liaising with bereaved families, funeral directors, contractors, and allotment tenants, handling records and documentation, supporting inspections and maintenance work, and learning to apply relevant legislation and policies in your day-to-day duties.

You will receive full training and support, including access to professional development courses (e.g. ICCM, NALC), time for study, and practical on-the-job learning. As part of our commitment to growing our own talent, the Council hopes to support the successful applicant to remain in the role long-term and progress with us.

We're looking for someone who is:

Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and organised. Empathetic and professional when working with the public. Comfortable learning IT systems and handling sensitive records. Keen to develop their skills and take on increasing responsibility. Interested in a long-term role with future progression opportunities.

In return, the Council offers:

A friendly, supportive working environment. Training with career development potential. 23 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus two extra statutory days. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Automatic annual pay progression (subject to performance).
To apply, please complete the application form available on our website. CVs may be submitted alongside the form but will not be accepted on their own.

Closing date:

Thursday 13th November

Interview date:

Thursday 27th November

For an application form and full job details, visit www.stagnes-pc.gov.uk

Or contact: clerk@stagnes-pc.gov.uk | 01872 553 801

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,403.00-28,598.00 per year

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Referral programme
Application question(s):

You must be available for interview on Thursday 27th November (any time). You must have good IT literacy, including confidence in using standard computer applications and the ability to quickly learn and apply new digital systems and administrative software. You must be willing to undertake all required training and development necessary to progress in the role.
Work Location: In person