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Its a little unusual as they would have possibly little or no knowledge of standing orders or prcedures and all sorts of other matters however the clerk can advise them.  Once elected or co opted to a parish council any councillor can be nominated and seconded for any role, of course subject to ratification by a vote.
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I believe that the answer given by The Saint is correct.  Please see http://towncouncillor.com/index.php/291/opted-members-voted-chairman-vice-chairman-parish-council for a more detailed discussion.
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