Opportunities

Salary scale: SCP 24-32 (£31,099 – £38,296) pro rata (depending on qualifications and experience), 25 to 30 hours per week

Plus:

• Local Government Pension Scheme,
• annual leave starts at 22 working days (increasing to 23 days from 1st April 2023) pro rata plus two additional statutory days plus Bank Holidays (pro rata) and increases after five years of service (continuity of relevant service will be honoured)
• based at the Town Council Offices, 37 West Borough, Wimborne Minster, Dorset BH21 1LT (flexible working arrangements are in place)

Wimborne Minster Town Council is a thriving and dynamic town council, and you could be part of an important and pivotal role within the small team at the Town Council, supporting elected councillors and the Town Clerk in all areas of responsibility but also taking ownership of assigned projects or activities.

The Council has fourteen councillors and committees covering Recreation and Leisure, Environment and Planning, Resources, and Policy, Personnel and Strategy. The Council has representatives on many groups and organisations – such as those linked to Dorset Council and others outside the local government sector. The staff structure is made up of eight members of staff.

The Town Council is seeking to appoint a dynamic, forward thinking, and proactive Deputy Town Clerk who is capable of working under their own initiative as well as working closely with and supporting the Town Clerk, staff and elected members to deliver positive leadership and direction. The postholder will be expected to support and assist the Town Clerk in the administration and running of Town Council services and activities (including civic functions) and to contribute positively to the strategic delivery and Council priorities, which are being currently being reviewed.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have relevant experience and a track record of achievement, innovation and commitment to public service. They must also be motivated and community focused and possess sound communication and organisational skills. It is envisaged that the successful candidate will be well presented, efficient, intellectually capable, self-motivated and an effective communicator. An ability and commitment to promote good relations with staff, councillors and members of the public is essential. A Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) qualification is desirable, and the willingness to work to achieve this is essential, as is knowledge of local government organisation and procedures.

Attendance at evening meetings and weekend events will be required, for which time off in lieu will be granted.

For further information visit www.wimborne.gov.uk/your-council/current-vacancies or contact the Town Clerk at [email protected] or call 01202 022831.

Closing date for applications 12 noon Monday 12 December 2022. Formal interviews will take place week commencing 19 December 2022.