Opportunities

Post: Clerk To The Community Council, and Responsible Financial Officer

Salary scale: spinal column point 17 (£14.95 per hour)

Hours: 20 hours per month

The Council is looking for a suitably experienced and knowledgeable person, to take over from the current Clerk, who has indicated their wish to retire from the role.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the Council’s statutory and other functions are carried out efficiently and effectively. The Clerk is the Responsible Financial Officer of the Council and is responsible for all financial records being kept to statutory standards, and the careful administration and reporting of the finances of the Community Council.

Duties will include:

• Preparation of Agendas and Minutes for Meetings.
• Maintain regular contact with councillors
• Dealing with Planning Applications in accordance with the Council’s instructions
• Village Hall- liaise with Caretaker and monitor bookings and invoicing

The post is home based on an average of 20 hours per month. The role requires flexible working.  The Council Meetings are held monthly on the third Tuesday each month and in the evenings. The Council has an Annual Precept of £19,040.

This is a permanent position subject to a satisfactory 6-month probationary period.  Further details can be obtained by telephoning or e-mailing the current Clerk, Serena Baxter, on 07470602612, or email to: [email protected]

Applications in writing can be sent to:

Isycoed Community Council
C/o 19 Marcella Crescent
Marchwiel
Wrexham
LL130RX.

Applications and Expressions of Interest should be received by the 3 of May 2024. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references