Opportunities

Salary Scale: NJC SCP 42 – 45 (currently £50,512 to £54,017 p/a inclusive). (depending on experience and qualifications) (Pay award pending)

Plus –  Local Government Pension Scheme and Free Parking.

Somerton Town Council is seeking to appoint an innovative, forward thinking, and proactive Town Clerk & RFO to continue to drive the Council forwards. The Town Clerk & RFO will have responsibility for ensuring that the instructions of the Council are carried out and will work actively with elected members to develop services.

The Council does not currently have an up to date Corporate Plan, but this is something which will need to be addressed in due course. The Town Council has though undertaken a number of projects and improvements locally and continues, as a part of its vision for the town, to drive an ambitious programme of growth, with aspirations to ensure the very best services and facilities are provided for its residents and visitors.

The Town Clerk & RFO will have a key role in delivering the aims and objectives of the Town Council along with implementing the Corporate Plan once adopted, along with its impact on operations and staffing. The post holder will be the Proper Officer of the Council, with all the responsibilities that go with that critical and prestigious role.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have relevant experience – a track record of people management and development, experience of managing budgets and financial issues, service achievement and innovation, commitment to public service, be motivated, community focused, and possess sound managerial, communication and organisational skills.

It is preferable that Candidates will have a level of local government experience and knowledge, though this in itself will not automatically disqualify any outstanding candidate who applies. A Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) qualification is required as a minimum, or a commitment to attain at the earliest possible time after appointment. Attendance at evening meetings and weekend events will be required, for which time off in lieu will be granted.

Somerton Town Council is committed to Equality of Opportunity and actively welcomes applications from all sections of the community. A relocation package may be agreed for an exceptional candidate.

This process is being managed by a third party acting for the Town Council. For an informal discussion and to access the Recruitment Pack then please call Mr Reg Williams on 07494 760535.

• The closing date for the receipt of applications is 12 Noon on Tuesday 13 August 2024
• Formal interviews will take place in Somerton on Friday 30 August 2024
• It is hoped the new Town Clerk & RFO will commence their role around Monday 7 October 2024