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Rackheath is a Norfolk village to the northeast of Norwich, nestled between Norwich city and the Norfolk Broads. We manage Jubilee Park, Stracey Sports Park & Pavilion (which includes our council office) and we are currently working towards expanding our public open space and facilities. Our village has seen much growth in recent years, and this will continue in the future, seeing our community transition from a village to a town.
Current Vacancies:
Assistant Clerk
20 hours per week
Rackheath Community Council is looking to appoint a part-time Assistant Clerk to work alongside the Clerk with specific duties to look after Council owned facilities. We are looking for someone who has experience of working within an administrative setting, confidence in dealing with a variety of queries by phone, email and in person, and an understanding of Health & Safety requirements relating to community facilities. Competence in IT such as Word and Excel are essential, with knowledge of social media. Previous relatable experience is preferred, whether or not within a local government setting.
Location: Based in the Community Office, The Pavilion, Stracey Sports Park, Green Lane West, Rackheath, NR13 6LT.
Starting salary: SCP10 currently £13.91 per hour to start. This will be reviewed as part of the probation and appraisal process and in accordance with National Joint Council for Local Government Services pay agreements.
Hours: 20 hours per week to be agreed with the successful candidate over 3 or 4 days a week, but must include Fridays. Occasional evening work may be required.
You must be able to work on your own initiative, be willing to acquire new skills and take a proactive interest in the well-being of the community. As the Assistant Clerk, you have a pivotal role in building and maintaining a good working relationship with a wide range of stakeholders, including residents, developers, local authorities, and other organisations in and around Rackheath.
Rackheath is a rapidly growing Parish and there will be scope to increase the hours, as needed.
Please click here for the job description.
Closing date for applications Monday 9th December 2024 at 12noon with interviews to be scheduled later that week.
Please send your CV stating work experience and the qualities and skills you would bring to the job with a short covering letter to the Clerk of Rackheath Community Council at clerk@rackheathparishcouncil.org.uk.
If you are interested or would like an informal chat about our roles, please do not hesitate to contact Aileen the Clerk, initially by email providing your details to clerk@rackheathparishcouncil.org.uk.