BASILDON BOROUGH COUNCIL

APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT PERSONS (x2)

Fixed term appointment for 4 years

Closing date: 22 September 2026

Basildon Borough Council currently has two vacancies for Independent Persons councillors as required by the Localism Act 2011.

The Act requires the Council to have in place arrangements for dealing with complaints of breaches of the Councillor’s Code of Conduct both by the Basildon Borough Council members and by Parish and Town Council members.

Independent Persons are appointed to help promote high standards of conduct by the Borough, Parish, and Town Council members, and in particular to uphold the Code of Conduct adopted by the Borough.

The appointment of the Independent Person will be for a fixed term of 4 years. The position is voluntary, however, an annual allowance of £1,444.19 will be paid for time, travel and subsistence.

The commitment includes a willingness to attend approximately 3 - 4 evening meetings per annum, plus ad hoc sub committees as required.

We welcome applications from individuals with an understanding of good governance and high standards of personal integrity and impartiality. Experience within local or national government or with legal systems, tribunals or similar quasi-judicial bodies is desirable.

Please find attached full role details for further information. Please submit your CV and covering letter. Please provide details of your employment history, public service, and voluntary work, highlighting the knowledge, skills, experience, and personal qualities that demonstrate your suitability for this role.

To discuss the role informally, please email petra.stephenson@basildon.gov.uk or call 01268 205314.

Interviews have been scheduled for week commencing 5 October 2026.