Job Vacancy

4th of August, 2025

Samlesbury and Cuerdale Parish Council are looking for a new Clerk, could this be you?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to work mainly from home with flexible working hours.

The role calls for an average of 15 hours per month, although some months will be busier than others. The successful applicant must be available to attend evening meetings of the Council held on the forth Thursday every other month and occasional additional meetings as required.

The Clerk pay scale is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

The successful applicant should have a good level of education, with good communication and excellent interpersonal skills as well as knowledge of administration, taking minutes, basic accounting and working to deadlines.

This is a role for someone with excellent interpersonal skills who can both listen well and demonstrate self-confidence in handling difficult situations as an ambassador for the Parish Council. Candidates must be capable of working with councillors, the public, a wide range of outside bodies; sometimes in challenging situations.

Knowledge of the area and an interest in parish activities is highly desirable.

If you are interested then please contact clerk@samlesburyandcuerdaleparishcouncil.gov.uk or any Parish Council member.