Town Clerk

Society of Local Council Clerks; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council authority in Blandford Forum is seeking an experienced Town Clerk to lead a dedicated team. The role involves overseeing the administration and effective operation of the Council, providing impartial advice to councillors, and ensuring governance standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in financial management and local governance. Full-time position with a Salary Scale starting at SCP 42. Interested candidates can apply via email or contact the office directly for more information.

Qualifications

• Experience in local governance or public administration.
• Strong understanding of financial management and law.
• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administration and operation of the Council.
• Provide professional advice to councillors and manage resources.
• Ensure high standards of governance for the community.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Governance

Communication

Job description

Blandford Forum Town Council is seeking to appoint an experienced, dynamic and motivated Town Clerk to join and lead a small, hard‑working and friendly team.

The Town Clerk is the Council’s Chief Executive Officer and Proper Officer, with responsibility for the efficient administration, financial management and lawful operation of the Council. The postholder provides impartial, professional advice to councillors, supporting effective governance and informed decision‑making.

The current Town Clerk, Linda Scott‑Giles, has held the post since 2011, having joined the Town Council in 2004 as Assistant Town Clerk. After successfully leading the Corn Exchange refurbishment project to completion, she has decided to leave the Council at the end of April 2026, following 22 years of dedicated service. The Town Council is therefore seeking to recruit her successor. Key dates and the application pack are set out below.

Full time position – 37 hours per week (SCP 42 – 46, starting at SCP 42)

The Town Clerk is the Council’s chief executive officer and Proper Officer, responsible for the effective administration, financial management, and lawful operation of the Town Council.

The role provides professional advice to councillors, manages staff and resources, and ensures high standards of governance and service delivery for the community.

This is a challenging, varied and brilliant role, working with a small, friendly team in a wonderful town.

Alternatively, request a printed copy by e‑mail at [emailprotected], by telephone on 01258 454500

Or visit the Town Clerk’s Office in Church Lane, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 7AD