Clerk Development
Training opportunites to support clerks and officers in their roles.
We fully appreciate that the SLCC will provide the primary source of training content for Clerks. This can be supplemented with our offering and CPD points are awarded for you to add to your SLCC profile.
Should you wish to put together a small programme of e-learning modules, we are more than happy to discuss a discount for a bespoke number of modules. Just get in touch and we can discuss your requirements.
Prices listed apply for DAPTC member councils only.
Non DAPTC member councils are welcome to book a place for double the price shown against the training.
In part two of Data Protection & GDPR training for councils, Breakthrough Communications covers how councils demonstrate accountability and lawfulness with UK GDPR legislation.
The course deep dives into how councils demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR. The different lawful bases for the processing of personal data are considered and how to create the policies and documents required for local councils. You'll also explore the requirements of the published Privacy Notice and how to create Legitimate Interest Assessments and Data Protection Impact Assessments.
| Event Date | Mon 20 Apr 2026 13:30 |
| Event End Date | Mon 20 Apr 2026 15:30 |
| Cut Off Date | Mon 20 Apr 2026 12:30 |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, Clerk Development, ODF Essentials |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Thu 23 Apr 2026 11:00 |
| Event End Date | Thu 23 Apr 2026 12:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Thu 23 Apr 2026 11:00 |
| Available Place | 40 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
In part two of Data Protection & GDPR training for councils, Breakthrough Communications covers how councils demonstrate accountability and lawfulness with UK GDPR legislation.
The course deep dives into how councils demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR. The different lawful bases for the processing of personal data are considered and how to create the policies and documents required for local councils. You'll also explore the requirements of the published Privacy Notice and how to create Legitimate Interest Assessments and Data Protection Impact Assessments.
| Event Date | Thu 7 May 2026 18:30 |
| Event End Date | Thu 7 May 2026 20:30 |
| Cut Off Date | Thu 7 May 2026 17:30 |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, Clerk Development, ODF Essentials |
In part one of Data Protection & GDPR training for councils, Breakthrough Communications will cover the foundations, theory and core principles of UK GDPR legislation.
This introductory course guides councils through the theory and core principles of UK GDPR and other relevant legislation. We will explain what policies, practices and processes local councils need to have in place to deliver their data protection obligations.
| Event Date | Mon 11 May 2026 13:30 |
| Event End Date | Mon 11 May 2026 15:30 |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate, Clerk Development, Council Employee Development, ODF Essentials |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Tue 26 May 2026 16:00 |
| Event End Date | Tue 26 May 2026 17:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Tue 26 May 2026 16:00 |
| Available Place | 46 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
For councillors and officers that want to understand the role of the internal auditor and how to appoint one. (Please note, this is NOT a training session for people who want to undertake internal audits)
| Event Date | Wed 3 Jun 2026 10:00 |
| Price | £35.00 |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Council Employee Development, Councillor Development |
In part one of Data Protection & GDPR training for councils, Breakthrough Communications will cover the foundations, theory and core principles of UK GDPR legislation.
This introductory course guides councils through the theory and core principles of UK GDPR and other relevant legislation. We will explain what policies, practices and processes local councils need to have in place to deliver their data protection obligations.
| Event Date | Mon 8 Jun 2026 10:30 |
| Event End Date | Mon 8 Jun 2026 12:30 |
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate, Clerk Development, Council Employee Development, ODF Essentials |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Thu 2 Jul 2026 11:00 |
| Event End Date | Thu 2 Jul 2026 12:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Thu 2 Jul 2026 11:00 |
| Available Place | 46 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Tue 28 Jul 2026 16:00 |
| Event End Date | Tue 28 Jul 2026 17:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Tue 28 Jul 2026 16:00 |
| Available Place | 48 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Thu 10 Sep 2026 11:00 |
| Event End Date | Thu 10 Sep 2026 12:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Thu 10 Sep 2026 11:00 |
| Available Place | 50 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Tue 13 Oct 2026 16:00 |
| Event End Date | Tue 13 Oct 2026 17:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Tue 13 Oct 2026 16:00 |
| Available Place | 50 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Thu 26 Nov 2026 11:00 |
| Event End Date | Thu 26 Nov 2026 12:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Thu 26 Nov 2026 11:00 |
| Available Place | 49 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Tue 12 Jan 2027 16:00 |
| Event End Date | Tue 12 Jan 2027 17:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Tue 12 Jan 2027 16:00 |
| Available Place | 49 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Thu 18 Feb 2027 11:00 |
| Event End Date | Thu 18 Feb 2027 12:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Thu 18 Feb 2027 11:00 |
| Available Place | 49 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Event Date | Tue 23 Mar 2027 16:00 |
| Event End Date | Tue 23 Mar 2027 17:00 |
| Cut Off Date | Tue 23 Mar 2027 16:00 |
| Available Place | 49 |
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
60/70 minutes
This module is designed to support those elected or co-opted and/or working in local councils, to understand the principles of conduct expected of all councillors.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £16.00 |
| Location | E-Learning Course |
| Categories | Councillor Development, Clerk Development |
This e-learning course will help develop an understanding of the hazards and circumstances that lead to fire and how to manage them appropriately.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £14.00 |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, Clerk Development, ODF Essentials |
In part one of Data Protection & GDPR training for councils, Breakthrough Communications will cover the foundations, theory and core principles of UK GDPR legislation.
This introductory course guides councils through the theory and core principles of UK GDPR and other relevant legislation. We will explain what policies, practices and processes local councils need to have in place to deliver their data protection obligations.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Intermediate, Clerk Development, Council Employee Development, ODF Essentials |
In part two of Data Protection & GDPR training for councils, Breakthrough Communications covers how councils demonstrate accountability and lawfulness with UK GDPR legislation.
The course deep dives into how councils demonstrate accountability with UK GDPR. The different lawful bases for the processing of personal data are considered and how to create the policies and documents required for local councils. You'll also explore the requirements of the published Privacy Notice and how to create Legitimate Interest Assessments and Data Protection Impact Assessments.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | CDF Optional, Clerk Development, ODF Essentials |
There are currently no dates available for this course. Please check back again soon.
This course is aimed at clerks and RFOs of parish and town councils, who are involved in preparing and monitoring their council's budgets. It is also suitable for councillors on Finance Committees.
| Event Date | |
| Price | £35 for members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | ODF Essentials, Clerk Development, CDF Intermediate |
Online events aimed at clerks of smaller parish councils and parish meetings in Dorset, providing topical updates and opportunities for networking.
| Price | Free |
| Location | Zoom |
| Categories | Clerk Development, Officer Development Framework |
This course is for clerks, finance staff and councillors who already understand the rules of VAT and explains when VAT cannot be reclaimed in relation to exempt activities and what options may be available.
It's ideal for councils that lease or hire out land and buildings such as village halls, community centres, meeting rooms, sports facilities or markets, who need to understand when their council is at risk of not being able to reclaim VAT and vital for any council contemplating major building projects, or incurring significant expenditure on running these facilities.
| Price | £35 members |
| Location | Online |
| Categories | ODF Intermediate, Clerk Development |

Contact
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Member Advice: advice@dorset-aptc.gov.uk
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