East Sussex Association of Local Councils

East Sussex Association of Local Councils (ESALC) represents the interests of its 102 member Local Councils across East Sussex. ESALC is affiliated to the National Association of Local Councils (NALC).

The role of the Association is to encourage, represent, advise, and train its member councils. Our goal is to ensure that the voice of the first tier of local government is heard across the county and by the Government.

Latest News & Updates

East Sussex Highways Uncovered – Focus On: Network Management

Following the success of The Road Ahead – Highways Uncovered events recently held in October, East Sussex Highways is launching a new series of Focus On: online sessions designed to educate and deepen Parish and Town Councils understanding of how ...

Hailsham Town Council: Human Resources Manager

Closing Date: Monday 1st December at 4pm Hours: 18.5 hours per week Rate of Pay: SCP 29-35 £39,862 - £46,142 pro rata for part-time hours We’re looking for a dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead all HR functions with vision ...

Chichester District Council – Asset List

Chichester District Council has listed some available assets for which community groups/town and parish councils can place expressions of interest. The deadline is 12pm on 12th December 2025. Please see their website for further information: Community Asset Transfer - Chichester ...

Ardingly Parish Council: Parish Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer

Closing Date: 17th November 2025 Hours: 21 hours per week Rate of Pay: £22,972 - £25,376 for 21 hours per week (NALC SCP 31-35) dependent on experience and qualifications) To apply please send your CV and covering letter to:
margaret.meldrum@ardingly.org SUMMARY
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Ashburnham with Penhurst Parish Council: Clerk & Responsible Financial Officer

Closing Date: 31st December 2025 Hours: 30 hours per month Rate of Pay: SPC 22 £16.93- £1747 (depending on experience and qualifications) We are looking for someone who is motivated and highly organised. Skills required are excellent administration, communication, book ...

ESCC Highways Meeting

We are writing to invite you to our upcoming East Sussex Highways Stakeholder Event, The Road Ahead – Highways Uncovered, taking place on Monday 20 October and Thursday 23 October 2025.  This event has been organised especially for Parish and ...

LNRS: webinar for Parish & Town Councillors on Tuesday 21st Oct 2025

Have your say on Sussex Local Nature Recovery Strategies - A webinar for Sussex Town and Parish Councils Tuesday 21st October 2025 - 6-7pm Local Nature Recovery Strategies are legally required, locally led plans that aim to restore biodiversity ...

Chailey Parish Council: Parish Clerk

Closing Date: 5pm on 31st October 2025 Hours: 16 hours per week Rate of Pay: £18.35-£22.20 per hour (SCP 24-32) dependent on qualifications and experience CPC clerk draft advert ERDownload Chailey Clerk Job Description v1Download ...