Kington Town Council
Old Police Station, Market Hall Street, Kington, HR5 3DP
Kington Town Council is seeking to appoint a highly organised, professional and committed candidate to become its new Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO). The Clerk will lead the effective day-to-day administration and management of the Town Council and will support councillors in delivering high quality services in the local community.
This is a key leadership role, the successful candidate will advise councillors, manage staff (currently one Assistant Clerk), and will be responsible for the smooth and lawful running of the Town Council’s operations, governance, finance and strategic development.
The current Clerk will leave post in March 2026, and we are recruiting immediately to allow for a smooth handover and continuity of service. We welcome applications from experienced Clerks, those with a governance background or professionals with transferable skills, who are eager to learn and have a strong sense of community responsibility. Training will be provided.
Job Title
Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer (RFO)
Line Manager
Full Council
Salary
£42,708 - £45,718 (pro-rata)
SCP 33–36 (NJC scale) depending on experience and qualifications
Pension Scheme available and local government terms of pay
Nature of Contract
Permanent
Full Time/Part Time
Part Time – 25 hours per week (including some evenings & weekends)
Annual Leave
21 days (minimum) plus bank and public holidays (all pro-rata)
Location
Council Offices, Kington, Herefordshire (or hybrid, if and when agreed)
Method of Application
Application form only. Application forms can be found in the Recruitment Information Pack (CVs alone will not be accepted).
To request the Recruitment Information Pack, please contact Councillor Martin Woolford:
Email: cllr.m.woolford@kingtontowncouncil.gov.uk
Tel: 07920 238420
Please mark email or envelopes with ‘Town Clerk Application.’
Closing date
12 noon on 2nd March 2026
Interviews
Interviews to take place at the Council Offices (Old Police Station) during w/c 9th March 2026
Starting date
Date to be agreed with the successful candidate
If, because of a disability or impairment, you would like us to make any special arrangements concerning the completion of your application or attending an interview, please let us know.