Town Clerk, Sandy Town Council
Recruitment of Town Clerk
Salary Scale: LC3 – SCP 37 – 41 per annum (£48,226 – £52,413 inclusive)
(Depending on experience and qualifications)
Plus – Local Government Pension Scheme and Free Parking.
Sandy Town Council is seeking to appoint an innovative, forward thinking and proactive Town
Clerk to support the elected Councillors in achieving their aims and aspirations for the Council.
The Town Clerk will have responsibility for ensuring that the instructions of the Council are carried out and will work actively with the elected Councillors accordingly.
The Town Clerk will help the Council develop its Strategic Plan while establishing and progressing action plans to achieve its ambitions.
The Council also has a number of ongoing projects, and a key part of this role will be somebody who has enthusiasm and experience to move these projects to completion; including research into grant funding bodies.
The Town Clerk will be expected to implement the Council’s plans and manage its operations, staffing and delivery of services.
The post holder will also be responsible for ensuring the Council remains up to date at all times in relation to its policies and training needs and adheres the required privacy, and data protection compliance.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have relevant experience – a track record of service achievement, innovation and commitment to public service, be motivated, community focused, and possess sound managerial, communication and organisational skills.
Candidates should have a sound knowledge of local government law and procedures. A Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) qualification is required as a minimum, or a willingness to achieve this within 18 months of commencement. Attendance at evening meetings and weekend events will be required, for which time off in lieu will be granted.
Sandy Town Council is committed to Equality of Opportunity and actively welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
For an informal discussion and to access the Recruitment Pack then please contact the Town Clerk, Mrs Nicola Sewell on 01767 681 491 or at clerk@sandytowncouncil.gov.uk
- The closing date for the receipt of applications is 12 Noon on Tuesday 17th March 2026.
- An opportunity to informally meet with members of the staffing team and Committee Chairs will take place on Monday 23rd
- Formal interviews will take place on Wednesday 25th March 2026.