13 May 2026
ASHINGTON TOWN COUNCIL IS SEEKING a Seasonal Neighbourhood Services Operative who will work alongside the permanent Neighbourhood Services Officer (NSO) to deliver Ashington Town Council’s neighbourhood services programme during the high-season period from June to October. The post exists because the Council’s programme during this period — particularly the sustainable bed maintenance across six wards, the seasonal planters and hanging baskets programme, and grounds maintenance — cannot be delivered within the permanent NSO’s working week alone.
This is a full-time, fixed term role from June to October, LC1 (SCP6), paying above the living wage rate of pay at £13.47/hour.
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Describes the process and criteria used when co-opting new members to fill vacancies on the Council.
Cllr Co-option Policy (PDF)Outlines how and when the Council may respond to planning consultations without a full council vote.
Guidance on how town councillors interact and collaborate with Northumberland County Councillors.
Explains how the Council handles requests for information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.
Freedom of Information Policy (Word)Defines the working relationship and boundaries between elected councillors and council officers.
The adopted code of conduct setting out the standards of behaviour expected of all councillors.
Sets out what information the Council routinely makes available to the public and how to access it.
Model Publication Scheme (Word)The financial rules governing how the Council manages, controls, and accounts for public money.
NALC Model Financial Regulations (Word)The procedural rules governing how Council meetings are conducted and decisions are made.
NALC Model Standing Orders (Word)Sets out the Council's arrangements for maintaining the security of its premises and managing visitor access.
Sets out the Council's arrangements for identifying, managing, and monitoring asbestos-containing materials in its premises.
Details the formal steps followed when addressing conduct or performance concerns involving council employees.
Disciplinary Procedure (Word)Sets out the standards of professional behaviour and conduct expected from all council employees.
Employee Code of Conduct (Word)Reflects the Council's commitment to fair and inclusive treatment for employees, councillors, and residents.
Explains how employees can raise workplace concerns and the steps taken to resolve them fairly.
Grievance Procedure (Word)Covers the Council's responsibilities and arrangements for maintaining a safe working environment.
Health & Safety Policy (Word)Sets out the arrangements and safety measures in place for staff who work alone or without direct supervision.
Lone Working Policy (Word)Sets out the Council's approach to managing pension arrangements and supporting flexible retirement options for employees.
Records the Council's exercise of employer discretions under the Local Government Pension Scheme Regulations.
Pension Discretions Policy (Word)Sets out the Council's duty to protect children, young people, and vulnerable adults from harm or abuse.
Safeguarding Policy (Word)Covers the Council's arrangements for managing employee sickness absence and all categories of leave entitlement.
Sickness and Leave Policy (Word)Sets out the circumstances in which the Council may seek reimbursement of training costs from employees who leave within a specified period.
Training Costs Reimbursement Policy (Word)Provides a confidential route for employees to report concerns about wrongdoing or malpractice.
Whistleblowing Policy (Word)Outlines the arrangements and expectations for council staff who work remotely or from home.
Working From Home Policy (PDF)Sets out how the Council operates and manages CCTV systems across its premises and public areas.
CCTV Policy (Word)Sets out how the Council engages with residents, stakeholders, and the media to share its work effectively.
Communication Strategy (PDF)Explains how residents and service users can raise a complaint and the process the Council follows to resolve it.
Complaints Procedure (Word)Outlines the Council's approach to handling personal data in line with UK GDPR and data protection law.
Data Protection Policy (Word)Sets out acceptable use of Council IT systems and equipment by employees, councillors, and authorised users.
IT Policy (Word)Governs how the Council manages its relationships with media outlets and responds to press enquiries.
Press and Media Policy (Word)Covers acceptable use of social media and email by councillors and staff acting on behalf of the Council.
Social Media and Email Policy (Word)Explains how the Council identifies and responds to complaints that are vexatious, persistent, or made in an abusive manner.
Vexatious Complaints Policy (Word)The National Association of Local Councils model financial regulations governing the Council's financial procedures and controls.
Sets out how the Council maintains and uses its financial reserves to support long-term stability and planning.
Reserves Policy (Word)Identifies and evaluates the financial and management risks facing the Council and sets out mitigating controls.
Financial & Management Risk Assessment (PDF)Sets out how the Council records, maintains, and manages its register of assets in line with proper accounting practice.
Assets Register Policy (PDF)Defines the purpose, membership, and responsibilities of the Allotment Liaison Meeting.
Allotment Liaison Group (PDF)Sets out the terms for collaboration between Ashington Town Council and Northumberland County Council.
Ashington Town Forum (NCC) (PDF)Defines the purpose, membership, and responsibilities of the CCTV Liaison Meeting.
CCTV Liaison Group (PDF)Sets out the remit and membership of the Climate and Environment working group.
Climate Change Committee (PDF)Defines the scope and membership of the Finance and General Services Committee.
Finance and General Services Committee (PDF)Sets out the purpose, membership, and terms of engagement for the Partnership Board.
Defines the remit, membership, and responsibilities of the Personnel Committee.
Personnel Committee (PDF)Sets out the purpose and structure of the Youth Advisory Committee and how it feeds into Council decisions.
Youth Advisory Committee (PDF)13 May 2026
ASHINGTON TOWN COUNCIL IS SEEKING a Seasonal Neighbourhood Services Operative who will work alongside the permanent Neighbourhood Services Officer (NSO) to deliver Ashington Town Council’s neighbourhood services programme during the high-season period from June to October. The post exists because the Council’s programme during this period — particularly the sustainable bed maintenance across six wards, the seasonal planters and hanging baskets programme, and grounds maintenance — cannot be delivered within the permanent NSO’s working week alone.
This is a full-time, fixed term role from June to October, LC1 (SCP6), paying above the living wage rate of pay at £13.47/hour.
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