Payhembury Parish Council Vacancies
Payhembury Parish Council currently have two vacancies:
- Vacancy for a Parish Councillor
- Vacancy for a Parish Clerk / Responsible Financial Officer
Vacancy for a Parish Councillor
As of the 19th August 2026 a vacancy for a Parish Councillor exists on Payhembury Parish Council. The 14 working day period where electors can request an election to fill the vacancy will end on 8th September. If no election is called, the Parish Council will endeavour to fill the vacancy by co-option:
Notice of Casual Vacancy – 19th August 2026
EDDC confirmation of Notice of Casual Vacancy – 19th August 2026
EDDC confirmation of dates for electors right to call an election to fill the Casual Vacancy – for an election to be called, 10 electors would need to request an election, in writing, by the 8th September.
If you are interested in finding out more about the role of a Parish Councillor please contact an existing Councillor or the Parish Clerk for more information. If you would like to apply for the role, please complete the application form below and return it to the Parish Clerk (either by email or by post) by the 8th September 2026 (for consideration at the Parish Council meeting on 9th September on the assumption that an election has not been called):
Parish Council co-option application form: Casual-Vacancy-Co-option-application-form-v2.0
Parish Council co-option policy & procedure
Vacancy for a Parish Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer
Payhembury Parish Council has a vacancy for a Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. Payhembury is a friendly village in East Devon, with a Parish Council having 7 Councillors, 674 electors and a 2026-27 precept of c. £15,600.
We are looking for someone who is keen to make a real difference to community life. In this job, you will be able to use your strong financial and administrative skills to guide and shape our council, by managing projects, working with councillors and the community, and ensuring rigorous governance and financial stewardship. Previous experience in a local government role is an advantage, but not essential. Strong IT skills are essential, as is a positive and friendly outlook.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and/or experienced persons, although training will be offered and enthusiasm to learn will be seen as an alternative to formal qualifications. The successful applicant would be expected to have, or be prepared to obtain, CiLCA (the Certificate in Local Council Administration).
Hours and place of work
The role is part-time, 35 hours a month, based at home. The successful candidate will need space for office equipment (see Person Specification for items supplied). The post requires attendance at evening meetings in Payhembury on the second Wednesday of each alternate months, starting in January, and other occasional meetings as may be required.
Salary
Salary scale based on the Local Government NJC pay scale: SCP14-18: £29,540– £31,537 pro rata (£15.31–£16.35 per hour), depending on experience. Pension arrangements, where appropriate, will be discussed with the successful candidate.
Parish Clerk / Responsible Financial Officer – Job Description
Parish Clerk / Responsible Financial Officer – Person Specification
Parish Clerk / Responsible Financial Office – Application Form
Closing date for applications is 31st August 2026, with interviews in early September.
Starting date: to be agreed