Compton Bishop Parish Council is an active Council that seeks a highly motivated, enthusiastic person to take on the post of Clerk to the Council and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO).
The post is part time, 8 hours per week. Working mainly from home, the hours of work are flexible except for attendance at meetings.
Salary will be based on the National Association of Local Councils pay scale and is dependent upon qualifications and experience.
The candidate must be IT literate, computer equipment is supplied if required. Must be able to store Council equipment and files securely at their home address and be available to attend Council meetings in the evening of the second Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm.
Duties will include acting as adviser to the Council, minute taking, and compilation of correspondence, filing, administration of the Council elements of the Parish Website, and financial accounting as the RFO for the Council.
Prior relevant experience is an advantage but training in all aspects of local government administration, leading to CiLCA qualification will be provided.
Local knowledge is an advantage. The Parish of Compton Bishop is a small community, and the majority of work relates to local issues. More information about the Compton Bishop community and the work of the council can be found on the parish website at https://www.comptonbishopparish.org.uk
Starting date ASAP to allow for briefing, handover and transport of materials from the current Parish Clerk.
The application form, job specification and personal specification are available from: Compton Bishop Parish Council, E-mail:cllr.terry.mason@comptonbishopparishcouncil.gov.uk
Closing date for applications – 14th May 2026