Employment Vacancy

Published: 28 October 2026

The Council is seeking to appoint a forward-thinking town clerk who can manage the council’s statutory requirements, lead the staff team and promote the interests of the town. The ideal candidate will bring professional skill and leadership, sound judgement and a collaborative approach. Combined with excellent communication skills and a ‘can do’ attitude in demonstrating strong governance.

If you think you meet these requirements, we’d like to hear from you. The successful candidate will hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration and be able to demonstrate financial management and good business acumen.

The post of town clerk is demanding, and duties will require regular evening and occasional weekend working.

For more information about the vacancy, contact the Acting Town Clerk Heloise Marlow at actingtownclerk@honiton.gov.uk or phone 01404 42957.

An application pack can be obtained by using the following links Employment pack Town Clerk and Responsible Officer Application Pack  and Application Form Town Clerk and Responsible Officer Application Form and must be returned to towncouncil@honiton.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is midday Friday 27 November 2026

Interviews will be held on W/C 7 December 2026

Honiton Town Council wish all applicants the best of luck and the time taken in considering this position.