JOB VACANCY - Council Admin Assistant
HELLINGLY PARISH COUNCIL
JOB VACANCY
Hours: Monday to Friday, 30hrs per week, 10am – 5pm
Salary: £12.63 – 13.73 per hour depending on experience & qualifications
Application deadline: 14th October 2024
Email address: clerk@hellingly-pc.org.uk
Phone number: 01323 449415
SUMMARY
We are seeking a friendly, energetic, and reliable individual who is detail-orientated and highly organised with all aspects of administration, to join our team at Hellingly Parish Council. In this role, you will provide essential clerical and administrative support to the Clerk & Deputy Clerk. You will ensure smooth day-to-day operations and assist in the coordination of council meetings, community events, and public enquiries. This role requires excellent communication skills, multi-tasking ability, and a proactive approach to handling a wide variety of administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Admin support to the Clerks including data entry
- Attending meetings & taking minutes
- Handle all incoming enquiries
- Maintain the notice boards, website & social media pages
- Organise & facilitate community clubs & events
- Administer Grant Applications
Ideal Candidate should:
- Have min 2 years administration experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other office software.
- Have great attention to detail & be highly organised
- Preferably have worked in Local Government.
- Be creative & passionate about making a difference in the community
The post is permanent and subject to a period of successful probation. We are looking for the successful candidate to be flexible, willing and to start as soon as possible. Own transport is essential as you may be required to travel between sites.
For further information and to send your application, please email the Clerk, Jenny Hoodless on clerk@hellingly-pc.org.uk by 14th October 2024. Two references would be required, one personal and one from your current/last employer.