Vacancy - Parish Lengthsperson
2nd of March, 2026
An unusual vacancy has arisen in Whitworth for a Parish Lengthsperson. The purpose of the role is to keep the “length” of Whitworth neat and tidy.
The hours are 7.5 hours per week on average, but the actual hours can be mutually agreed with the Town Clerk and can be flexible to fit the needs of the person and the position.
The post is paid at national minimum wage. Training will be provided as necessary to help the role be completed.
The ideal candidate will live in the local area and have suitable transport.
This is a varied post which includes, but is not limited to, maintaining Town Council property, fixing fencing and stiles, carrying out emergency repairs, cleaning noticeboards, watering and maintaining flower beds, grass cutting and strimming of vegetation, litter control, leaf clearance and cleaning out of blocked gullies, conservation projects and schemes within the community, liaise with the local community, farmers, landowners and official organisations to enable works to be carried out effectively and with the necessary consent.
Please send your CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability for the post to info@whitworth.gov.uk or by post to The Council Office, The Ashcroft (Civic Hall), Market Street, Whitworth OL12 8DP. Closing date for applications is noon, Friday 13th March 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing 23rd March 2026.
For more information or for an informal chat contact the Town Clerk, Rachel on 01706 852018 (Monday to Friday 9.30am to 2pm) or email info@whitworth.gov.uk
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