Current vacancies under LGA 1972 87(2) Notices can be seen here.
Join Emersons Green Town Council in its mission to make a difference in our community.
Emersons Green Town Council currently has no vacancies for Councillors with all 16 seats filled by valued members of our community that want to make a difference and represent you. If and when vacancies occur, they appear on this webpage.
If you are interested in any future vacancies let us know and we can talk to you about the role of a Town Councillor. Are you someone with a keen interest in local affairs? If you’re enthusiastic about representing your community, and you are over 18 years old, we would love to speak with you as we also have working groups that members of the public can join and be an active part of, helping to make a difference to the community.
What is a Town Councillor? Town Councillors are elected representatives who serve specific geographic areas known as Wards or Parishes.
What do Councillors do?
- Decision-making: By participating in meetings and committees with other elected members, Councillors have the power to influence activities, allocate funds, deliver services, and implement policies that shape our community.
- Monitoring: Councillors ensure that their decisions result in efficient and effective services, by overseeing their implementation and assessing their impact.
- Local involvement: As local representatives, Councillors have responsibilities towards their constituents and local organisations. These duties vary depending on the Councillor’s goals and availability, which may involve attending meetings of local organisations, engaging with community bodies, and advocating for public concerns.
Time commitment: Being a Councillor requires dedication, and our most committed Councillors dedicate many hours of their time each week. However, being a Town Councillor is ultimately a highly rewarding way to contribute to your community and help improve its functionality that will be worth the effort.
As a minimum, you will be expected to attend monthly meetings of the Town Council, typically held at 7:00 pm on the third Thursday of each month.
What makes a good councillor? You will receive support in your role and be provided with training opportunities. However, a positive can-do attitude is essential for collaborating effectively within our team. IT and organisational skills would be helpful too. Above all, people who are invested in the local area and keen to improve services are important.
How to apply:
If would like more information or to talk about future opportunities please email email us at : clerk@emersonsgreen-tc.gov.uk
Should you have any questions or require further information, please don’t hesitate to contact the Town Clerk, who will be delighted to assist you. Alternatively, if you would like to meet with a Councillor, to find out what’s involved please use these contact details.
When casual vacancies exist, co-options are considered during a Full Council meeting, which are held on the third Thursday of each month at 7pm at the Town Council offices, where applications will be reviewed by members of the Council.
Please join us in shaping the future of our community!
You Don’t Have to Be a Councillor to Make a Difference
Have you ever wanted to play a bigger role in your community but thought you needed to become a councillor? The good news is—you don’t.
One of the most effective ways to get involved in local decision-making is by joining one of the Town Council’s Working Groups. These groups bring together councillors and members of the community to share ideas, develop projects and help shape the services and facilities that matter most to local residents.
Whether your interests lie in parks and open spaces, climate and nature, community events, environmental initiatives, youth activities, communications or future planning, Working Groups provide an opportunity to use your skills, knowledge and enthusiasm to make a real difference.
Being a member of a Working Group doesn’t carry the same responsibilities as being an elected councillor, but it does allow you to contribute your expertise, offer fresh perspectives and help develop proposals that support the Council’s work. It’s a fantastic way to become more involved in your community, meet like-minded people and help improve the area for everyone.
The Council recognises that many residents have valuable professional experience, local knowledge and practical skills that can strengthen community projects. By working together, we can achieve far more than we can alone.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’d like to help, but I’m not sure where to start,” a Working Group could be the perfect opportunity.
If you are interested in getting involved or would like to find out more about the Council’s Working Groups, please contact the Town Council. We’d love to hear from you. Email us at: clerk@emersonsgreen-tc.gov.uk