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CULCHETH AND GLAZEBURY PARISH COUNCIL, Warrington

Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer

Hours: 20 hours per week

Salary:  NJC SCP 16-19 (£16.34-£17.17 per hour) subject to qualifications and experience

The Parish Council is seeking to appoint a highly organised, committed and suitably experienced individual to undertake this key role within the Council.  The successful applicant will be responsible for the effective day-to-day administration, organisation and financial management of the Council’s services, ensuring that its operations are managed efficiently, professionally and in accordance with relevant legislation and Council policies.

For further information and to request an application form, please contact the Parish Council at clerk@culchethandglazebury-pc-gov.uk.

Closing Date: TBC 


BIRCHWOOD TOWN COUNCIL, Warrington

Responsible Financial Officer

Hours:  16 hour per week – permanent part-time post

Salary:  NJC SCP 23, £18.44 per hour (FTE £35,570 – pro rata for hours worked)

Join Birchwood Town Council as our part-time Responsible Financial Officer and help safeguard the Council’s finances while supporting services that make a difference locally. As the Council’s statutory financial adviser, you will ensure that its finances are well managed, compliant with local government legislation and aligned with recognised best practice. Working closely with the Town Clerk, you will prepare budgets and financial reports, maintain accurate financial records, support effective financial controls and provide clear advice to councillors. You will also help the Council meet its statutory obligations and plan for long-term financial sustainability.

For more information about the role, please contact the Office on 01925 819440 or email clerk@birchwoodtowncouncil.gov.uk

Download the application pack, including full job description and person specification from: www.birchwoodtowncouncil.gov.uk

Closing Date: 19th October 2026


MIDDLEWICH TOWN COUNCIL, Cheshire East (2 posts) 

1) Deputy Town Clerk/Operations Manager

Hours: 37 hours per week, incl occasional evenings and weekends 

Salary:  NJC Scale LC2 - SCP 24 to 28 (£36,581 to £40,444) or SCP 29 – 31 – £41,177 – £43,149 (CILCA Qualified)

If you have a genuine interest in helping our forward thinking and energetic Council to develop and deliver timely, quality, and innovative services to the local community whilst engaging with residents and stakeholders, we want to hear from you.

For further information or an informal chat please contact Ian Jones, Interim Town Clerk  T: 01606 833434 I DD: 07458 051300
E: clerk@middlewich.org.uk

Closing Date: 22nd November 2026 

2) Administrative Officer

Hours:  37 hours per week

Salary:  NJC SCP 15 – £31,015

We are seeking a highly organised and efficient Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facilitates for hire and administrative functions. This position requires proficiency in various office/bookings software, excellent phone etiquette, and strong data entry skills. The ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of professionalism.  

Visit our website to download an application pack www.middlewichtowncouncil.gov.uk or email the Interim Town Clerk at clerk@middlewich.org.uk

Closing Date: 1st November 2026


STAFFORDSHIRE PARISH COUNCILS ASSOCIATION 

Staffordshire Parish Councils' Association

Salary: SCP 24-26 (dependent on experience)

Contract: Fixed Term 2-year contract (with potential extension to permanent)
Hours: Part Time (24 hours per week)
Location: Hybrid (office in Stafford) as well as travel across Staffordshire.

See Vacancies – Staffordshire Parish Councils Association

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact:

Robert Pritchard
County Executive Officer
Staffordshire Parish Councils' Association

Closing Date: 9th November
Interview Date: 16th November


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