LECKHAMPTON & CHARLTON KINGS

» There is a new appointment for a part-time community development officer (18 hours per week) to meet the expanding workload in the parish office. The role will report to the parish clerk and be based in the small, friendly office in Charlton Kings. The successful candidate will need to be flexible and undertake work as instructed by the parish clerk but the main duties will include: support for the parish council’s community projects, support for funding applications and supporting the work of committees and working groups. Full details of this role can be found on the parish council website where you can also download details and an application form. Candidates should be educated to at least A-level standard and ideally have two years or more in a community engagement, community development, community support role or similar role. Experience of event management and/or fundraising is desirable. Living in or near Charlton Kings would be an advantage. The closing date for applications is June 13.

» Charlton Kings Parish Council sets aside a sum of money each year to support community projects and applications for grants may be submitted anytime between April and November. Further information and an application form can be downloaded from their website or obtained from the Parish Office (01242 250087 or clerk@ charltonkingsparishcouncil.gov.uk).

» The decision on the possibility of a Lidl Supermarket being built at the old Spirex Sarco site on Cirencester Road has now been deferred until July. The planning reference is 20/02089/FUL.

» Rose Ashton 01242 262042 ashton.r@btinternet.com