Appointment of Independent Person - Localism Act 2011

We are looking for someone to take on the role of 'Independent Person' for the Breckland Council and the Town and Parish Councils within the District of Breckland.

District and Town / Parish Councillors work to an agreed Code of Conduct and you will be required to give your opinion on any complaints that are received. You will also be required to give advice following any investigation.

Among the skills required of an Independent Person are a keen interest in standards in public life, personal integrity and a commitment to equality and diversity, an ability to act with independence, tenacity and objectivity, and sound inter-personal, decision making and analytical skills.

Applicants cannot be related to, or be a close friend of, current or former Councillors or Officers of Breckland Council or the Town / Parish Councils within the district of Breckland or have been a member of Breckland Council or any of the Town/Parish Councils within Breckland in the last 5 years.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high standards in public life and should show an interest in local government.

An allowance of £29 per hour plus travel and subsistence will be payable to the successful candidate

Further information, including the Role Profile, Person Specification and Application Form, is included in the Recruitment pack (PDF, 4 MB)(opens new window).

Application

You should complete no more than the application form (Word doc, 45 KB)(opens new window), which will be acknowledged upon receipt. (You are not required to submit a CV)

Applications should be received by no later than 09:00 Monday 31 March 2025 and be sent by post to:

Rory Ringer
Democratic Services Manager
Breckland Council
Elizabeth House
Walpole Loke
Dereham,
Norfolk
NR19 1EE

Or alternatively by email to standards@breckland.gov.uk