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Trimley St Mary Parish Council
Address: Ipswich Suffolk IP10 0PP
Salary: 16.35 to 18.35 per hour negotiable
Hours: 18 hours per week
Contract:Permanent
Reference: 0528
Trimley St Mary Parish Council invites applications for a highly motivated and confident individual to take up the role of Parish Clerk for 18 hours per week.
The role is home based with attendance at Parish Council meetings 11 times per year on the first Monday evening of the month (except August) plus some additional council committee meetings.
You should possess a good standard of education ideally holding the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) or be willing to undertake study towards this qualification. Strong verbal and written communication skills proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the Scribe accounting system preferable but training available. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team essential. Experience in local government or a related field is desirable. Excellent IT skills and a willingness to embrace change are required.
The Council offers a competitive salary based on the Local Government Services Pay Agreement pay-point 18-24 and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Full job description job specification and application form available on request.
For more information
Please read the Job Description (pdf) and Job specification for essential and desirable skills (pdf).
To find out more please contact Nicky by email :
It is not possible to call as I work part-time variable hours
How to apply
Complete the application form (word)
Completed application to be returned to or by hardcopy to The Clerk Job Application 86 Meadowlands Kirton Trimley IP10 0PP
Closing date: 1pm 7 January 2026
Interview date: week commencing 26 January 2026
Interviews on successful sift.
Key Skills
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Basic Math
- Cashiering
- Computer Skills
- Math
- Retail Sales
- 10 Key Calculator
- Copywriting
- Cash Handling
- Planograms
- Stocking
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