Administrative Officer Vacancy

Baildon Town Council is looking to add to its office team by recruiting an Administrative Assistant for 15 hours per week.

-12 months fixed term contract (which could be extended subject to funding).

-15 hours per week split over three 5 hour days (Tues - Thurs) Some flexibility will be required around these days.

-The Administrative Officer will be paid monthly in accordance with Local Government NJC SCP18 £18,070 (approx. £9.20 per hour.)

-Optional contributory pension scheme provided

-25 days' holiday pro rata (plus Bank Holidays)

The role of the administrative officer will primarily be:

•To respond to general enquiries from and provide a customer service to members of the public.

•To monitor the Council's general email address.

•To record details of consultations on planning applications and prepare the agendas for planning meetings. To attend and minute all Planning meetings which are held in the evening and to upload planning recommendations to the Bradford Council website. To also attend other evening meetings occasionally.

•To oversee and assist the Planning Committee in all their functions.

•To provide wide ranging administrative support to the council.

•To update and manage the Town Council's social media.

•To assist with the organisation and coordination of functions or events and to attend events and functions as required.

We will also include other tasks as required to ensure the smooth running of the Council. The job is varied with no two days being the same.

The successful applicant will have a minimum of GCSE passes at grade C or above in English and Maths as well as an IT skill set incorporating use of Word, Excel and Outlook. The administrative officer needs to be organised, flexible and able to show initiative when required.

Training will be provided to the post-holder, with opportunities for continuing their professional development in multiple areas.

Application forms can be obtained from the Town Clerk, Louanna Winch, at Baildon Town Council, Baildon Library, Hallcliffe, Baildon BD17 6ND, or by e-mail to clerk@baildontowncouncil.gov.uk.

Prospective candidates are welcome to call (Tel: 01274 593169) to discuss the post or seek

additional information, prior to submitting an application.

Closing Date for Applications: 12:00pm - Friday, 9^th February 2018

Interview Date: W/C 26^th February 2018