Council Roles
Clerk to the Council / Responsible Financial Officer / Proper Officer
- Organising council meetings and preparing agendas and minutes
- Providing legal and procedural advice to councillors
- Managing council records, finances, and correspondence
- Ensuring transparency and compliance with local government regulations
- Acting as a point of contact between the council and the public
Assistant Clerk to the Council
- Helping to prepare reports, minutes & agendas for council meetings
- Assisting with correspondence, records and filing
- Supporting Financial Documents and data entry
- Standing in for the clerk when required
- Supporting with local events
Admin Assistant
- Handling incoming calls, emails, and public enquiries
- Assisting with document preparation and data entry
- Maintaining filing systems and council records
- Supporting event planning and meeting arrangements
- Providing general office support to the clerk and councillors
Caretaker / Maintenance
- Carrying out routine maintenance and minor repairs
- Ensuring public spaces, halls, and grounds are clean and safe
- Opening and securing buildings for events or regular use
- Monitoring and reporting any damage or issues
- Supporting community events with setup and takedown