Independent Persons Vacancies
Do you want to help us promote high ethical standards in the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership?
Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council, which collectively form the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership, are looking to appoint 'Independent Persons' to support the work of the Councils. Boston and East Lindsey will be considering the appointment of lead and reserve Independent Persons whilst South Holland has a vacancy for a reserve Independent Person.
The role of the Independent Person involves providing an objective and impartial view on Code of Conduct complaints received against District/Borough Members and Town/Parish Councillors. In addition, Independent Persons are appointed to a Panel for the purposes of advising the authorities on matters that arise relating to the dismissal of relevant officers of the authority.
Applicants should have a good understanding of the ethical standards required of persons holding public office, demonstrate high standards of personal integrity and be able to make judgements based on evidence or information presented.
To be eligible to apply applicants cannot:
- Have been a member, co-opted member or officer at the Council or Parish or Town Council within the District/Borough within the last five years
- Be a relative or close friend of a member, co-opted member or officer of the Council or of any Parish or Town Council within the District/Borough.
- Hold any political office, belong to a political party; or have been politically active in the last five years.
Applicants can apply to be an Independent Person for one or more of the Councils. You will be asked to select your preferences as part of the application process. The Councils are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
The majority of the work will be carried out over email and telephone but when travel is required travel and subsistence expenses can be claimed. The Councils will consider the payment of a fixed allowance at appointment stage. All appointed persons will receive an induction and appropriate training.
Further details relating to the role are contained in the Recruitment Pack (including Application Form) which is available on the Councils' websites or may be obtained from Karen Dickinson on 01507 613940 or by email monitoringofficer@e-lindsey.gov.uk
For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Alison Sparks Legal Manager and Deputy Monitoring Officer at email: alison.sparks@e-lindsey.gov.uk or Telephone: 07771 81314
The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday 17 February 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview on Wednesday, 19th February 2025.