Lavant is seeking applications from candidates interested in this varied role, providing professional support and guidance to councillors.

In consultation with the Chair and Vice-Chair, you will arrange meetings, issue agendas, prepare minutes, offer advice and be the point of contact for members of the public. In addition you will be responsible for monitoring and control of expenditure within approved budgets, and with an appropriate audit trail. The successful candidate should have good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with councillors and local residents. Good administrative, numeracy, bookkeeping and current IT skills are essential, as is the ability to work on your own initiative.

· Hours : 12 hours per week

· Place of work: Home based with evening attendance at meetings (typically one evening every month)

· Rate of pay: £18 p.h. negotiable depending upon relevant qualifications

· Holidays: 28days (pro-rata) inclusive of public holidays

· Closing date: 1st March, 2024

· Start date: to be agreed

Please send your CV with a covering letter by email to: tim.aldridge@lavantparishcouncil.co.uk

Notice Date: 23/01/2024