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FOLKINGHAM PARISH COUNCIL

 

Chair | Councillor Martin Smith

Clerk | Nicky Bush

 

VACANCY: Clerk (Proper Officer) & Responsible Financial Officer (RFO)

Salary: SCP 14–32 (£14.84 - £16.93 per hour), dependent on experience. This role includes an opt-in pension scheme and a six-month probationary period.

Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per month. Some evening attendance is required for meetings.

Location: Meetings held at Folkingham Village Hall, with home-based working.

Role Overview:

Folkingham Parish Council is seeking an organised, proactive, and enthusiastic individual to serve as Clerk & RFO to the council

This is a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the Council’s operations and finances.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with all legal, statutory, financial, and governance requirements.
  • Organise and administer Council meetings, ensuring decisions are implemented effectively.
  • Act as the first point of contact for the Council and foster strong relationships with local and regional bodies.
  • Manage the Council’s finances, administration

Person Specification:

  • Self-motivated, highly organised, and able to prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Strong literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
  • Financial and administrative experience.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • A flexible and proactive approach to work.

Council Responsibilities Include:

  • Management of the Play Area, Allotments, Pavillion, Village Maintenance, Highways Grass Cutting, promotion of village activities

How to Apply:

Please apply in writing by sending your CV to:

Contact: Miss Nicky Bush, Clerk
Position: Clerk to the Council
Email: folkinghamclerk@gmail.com

Closing Date for Applications: 30 June 2025
Interviews: July 2025
Start Date: TBC (with a handover period with the current Clerk

Folkingham Parish Council welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

For more information, please contact the Clerk or visit our website: https://folkingham.parish.lincolnshire.gov.uk/