Parish Clerk / RFO Normandy Parish Council

Normandy Parish Council

Employed role

Permanent role

Location:

Hybrid work between office and home

Salary:

NALC scale points 24-32 (£35,412-£42,839 per annum pro rata)

Hours:

30 hours per week to be worked flexibly

To include evenings (e.g. council meetings) and occasional weekends (e.g. community meetings or events), exact working pattern to be agreed with successful applicant

Our council and the role:

Becoming a Parish Clerk / RFO provides the opportunity to fulfil one of the most rewarding jobs in a local community. A competent staffing team is an essential element of a successful Parish Council.

Parish Councils are one part of the local government structure, delivering a range of services to residents, businesses and visitors to the local area. Parish Councils are often viewed as the tier of government closest to the people. The Parish Council works alongside the local Borough / District Council and County Council, which under Local Government Reorganisation are soon to merge as West Surrey Council, making this a really exciting time to be part of local democracy.

The role of a Parish Clerk / RFO is to ensure that the Council meets its statutory duties and conducts its business properly. The Parish Clerk / RFO provides independent, objective and professional advice and support to Councillors to enable them to make informed decisions which affect the local community.

Duties will include:

Parish Clerk

To ensure that the Council conducts its business lawfully
To administer all the Council’s documentation
To ensure that meeting papers are properly prepared, and that Councillors and members of the public are aware of meeting dates, times and venues
To communicate and carry out the Council’s decisions
To organise and manage the provision of the Council’s services
To organise and oversee the implementation of projects
To communicate and market the Council’s services and facilities
To respond to community enquiries and act as the voice of the Parish Council
To keep asset registers and other legal documents
To keep up to date through ongoing training, qualifications and professional development
To line manage other Council employees and delegate tasks as determined by the priorities of the Council

Responsible Financial Officer

Carry out all the statutory functions of a Section 151 Officer
Ensure the implementation of, and compliance with, the Council’s Financial Regulations
Provide financial information as directed by the Council in a timely manner
Oversee the Council’s policies in terms of internal controls and financial risk management
Manage a system for recording the Council’s receipts and payments during the financial year
Ensure statutory year-end financial returns are completed accurately for submission
Complete all required VAT and HMRC returns accurately and in a timely manner
Be responsible for the production of the Council payroll

The ideal candidate will have/be:

The ideal candidate will have a proven record of success and experience working in the local government sector, but more importantly will demonstrate a real interest in the village and a dedication to delivering services of the highest quality to residents, businesses and visitors to Normandy.

What we offer you in return:

The role offers a strong financial package including a LGPS pension. The successful candidate can expect a fast paced, supportive working environment.

How to find out more details:

Download the recruitment pack from the website www.normandyparishcouncil.gov.uk

Closing date:

5pm Friday 27th February 2026

How to apply:

Completing an application form, download from the recruitment pack on the website www.normandyparishcouncil.gov.uk