Bournemouth Town Council

Help shape the future of Bournemouth

Bournemouth Town Council is seeking a highly organised and motivated Council Services Officer to join our small and friendly team.

This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of local government, supporting the Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer in delivering services that make a real difference to residents, community groups, councillors and allotment tenants across Bournemouth.

No two days are the same. One day you could be supporting a committee meeting, processing invoices, preparing reports or updating Council records. The next, you could be carrying out an allotment site inspection, responding to resident enquiries or helping to organise a civic event.

About the role

You will provide administrative and operational support across a wide range of Council activities, including:

• Supporting the Town Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer with the day-to-day administration of the Council.
• Processing invoices, purchase orders and financial records.
• Assisting with budget monitoring, reconciliations and audit preparation.
• Managing allotment records, waiting lists and tenancy documentation.
• Responding to public enquiries and stakeholder correspondence.
• Preparing agendas, reports and supporting papers for Council and committee meetings.
• Drafting minutes and maintaining action logs.
• Supporting civic and ceremonial events.
• Maintaining accurate records, databases and filing systems.
• Updating Council information and supporting digital communications.
• Supporting Council projects, consultations and community initiatives.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Communicates confidently and professionally with a wide range of people.
• Enjoys working with the public and delivering excellent customer service.
• Can manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Has experience of financial administration or similar record-keeping responsibilities.
• Has strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and SharePoint.
• Pays close attention to detail and maintains confidentiality.
• Is able to build positive relationships with councillors, residents and stakeholders.
• Holds a full UK driving licence and has access to a vehicle for business use.

Experience in local government, committee administration, financial administration, allotments management or community engagement would be advantageous, but we welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and a commitment to public service.

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Nationally negotiated pay awards.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the development of Bournemouth Town Council and the local community.
• Training and professional development opportunities.

Join us

If you are looking for a role where your work has a visible impact on the local community and where you can develop a broad range of skills within a new and growing council, we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 30th September
Interview Date: 9th October

The Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received. Applicants are therefore encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.

Interested?

For an informal discussion please contact:

Marc Read
Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer
[email protected] or 01202 156530

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