Blandford Forum Town Council is seeking a highly efficient, organised and effective individual with experience of working closely with the public and a strong understanding of local government. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail and the flexibility to manage a varied workload, contributing to the continuous improvement of the Council’s services and facilities. Reporting to the Chairman of Council, the Town Clerk will bring a strong team ethic and a positive, proactive approach. Excellent communication skills are essential, together with competence in IT systems including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams and WordPress, as well as Canva and social media platforms. The role requires strong literacy skills and the ability to produce clear, accurate and concise reports within a regulated framework and timetable. Honesty, integrity and professionalism are essential qualities for this role, along with the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and adapt to, and implement, change when required. The Town Clerk is supported by a dedicated and experienced office team comprising the Responsible Financial Officer (RFO), Operations Manager, Committee Clerk, Business Support Officer, Bookings Receptionist, Events and Mayor’s Assistant, Market Manager, and caretaking and grounds staff. Further Information Not Specified About Us Blandford Forum is a historic rural market town, renowned for its distinctive Georgian architecture. The Town Council is the parish authority for Blandford Forum, serving an estimated population of 10,400 residents across approximately 4,800 households (2021 Census) and covering an area of 409 hectares. As the third tier of local government, the Council operates within powers granted and regulated by statute, working alongside Parliament and Dorset Council. For the 2025 to 2026 financial year, the Town Council manages a budget of £921,873 and is responsible for a wide range of assets and services, including a Grade I listed building, play areas, a skate park, recreation grounds, allotments, sports pavilions, the town cemetery and chapel, and a programme of events throughout the year, including the town’s Acts of Remembrance. Councillors and staff work closely with local groups and organisations to support the town and its residents. Blandford Forum Town Council was the first council in Dorset to achieve Quality Gold Council Status, which is due for renewal in 2026. The Council is committed to maintaining high standards of governance, service delivery and community engagement. It became a signatory to the Civility and Respect Pledge in October 2022, demonstrating its commitment to promoting positive, respectful behaviour across the sector. Strong working relationships between councillors and staff are encouraged through regular engagement activities, joint training sessions and visits to local and national organisations.