Upton upon Severn Town Council is seeking a well-organised, committed and community-focused individual to successfully undertake the role of Town Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer. Upton upon Severn is a vibrant riverside town with a rich history and a thriving local economy.
You will need to be motivated, proactive, and enthusiastic. Able to meet deadlines, work on your own initiative, and have some knowledge about working with a local authority. The Town Clerk is also responsible for managing our three part time staff who are the Deputy Clerk, Caretaker and Cleaner.
The role is part-time 28 hours per week including some evening and occasional weekend work. The applicant will work from the Town Council office based at the Memorial Hall in Upton upon Severn. The hours and days worked are negotiable, based around normal office hours. There is a requirement for the Town Clerk to work on Thursdays to ensure there is cover in the office five days a week. Meetings are held on Tuesday evenings.
The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the management and delivery of the Council's finance, services and ensuring good governance.
The salary band range is based on the NJC Scale 27 - 29 (£38,220 - £41,177 per annum pro rata).
Applicants need to have relevant and sound administrative and organisational skills and a flexible and forward-thinking approach. Experience of working in the Local Government sector is essential.
Please see our website at www.uptonuponsevern-tc.org.uk/current-vacancies for more details, and to download the full job description, person specification and application form. For further information on the role, please email the Town Clerk at
The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on Friday 9th October 2026.
Upton upon Severn Town Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
