Self-Employed Locum Parish & Town Clerks
Location: Cumbria Area (potential for remote working attending virtual meetings)
Basis: Self-Employed (As-and-when-required basis)
Rate: Hourly rate dependent on the size of the council – the top point of each LC profile scale will be the hourly rate paid.
About Us:
Cumbria Association of Local Councils maintains a database of professional Locum Clerks to provide high-quality, temporary management and financial support to local councils in Cumbria during periods of transition, recruitment, or staff absence.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking experienced, independent local council professionals to join our approved locum register. When a vacancy or emergency cover need arises, registered locums will be contacted.
Core Services Required:
- Producing legal agendas, attending council meetings, and drafting minutes.
- Giving clear statutory and procedural guidance to council members.
- Managing council finance operations, bookkeeping, and audit preparation (RFO duties).
- Handling council correspondence and managing ongoing community projects.
Requirements:
- Status: Must be registered as self-employed and responsible for your own tax/NI.
- Experience: Proven track record as a Parish, Town, or Community Clerk.
- Qualifications: Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) or equivalent experience.
- Skills: Excellent IT skills, financial acumen, and ability to work independently.
- Flexibility: Willingness to attend evening meetings.
How to apply:
To apply, please email calc@cumbria.gov.uk for an application form, and submit your completed application form to calc@cumbria.gov.uk . For queries email calc@cumbria.gov.uk
Closing date for initial applications:
Friday 21st August
Interviews week commencing 24th August