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About the roleCarry out painting and decorating work as specified to Council housing stock to unoccupied properties.Complete Internal or external decorating to domestic Council properties to a high standard.Work off ladders scaffolds or ‘Cherry Picker’ as required and to be aware of all hazards involved, when at working heights.Be conversant with COSHH regulations and able to implement safety recommendation required.Deliver a fast, efficient service to a high standard.Ability to identify harmful substances, for example Asbestos bearing Materials and MDF. What will you be doing?Carry out painting and decorating work as specified to Council housing stock to unoccupied properties.Complete Internal or external decorating to domestic Council properties to a high standard.Work off ladders scaffolds or ‘Cherry Picker’ as required and to be aware of all hazards involved, when at working heights.Be conversant with COSHH regulations and able to implement safety recommendation required.Deliver a fast, efficient service to a high standard.Ability to identify harmful substances, for example Asbestos bearing Materials and MDF. About youWe are looking for an experienced painter decorator with the skills to prepare the surfaces to be decorated, including minor plaster repairs, decorate using both water and oil based paints and making good after works are completed. You will need to be used to working in a clean and workmanlike manner, to a high standard and to strict deadlines.You should be used to working in empty properties and alone where necessary. You may be required to work off ladders, work platforms, steps etc. so experience of this would be an advantage, but training will be provided if necessary.Knowledge of COSHH regulations would be an advantage, but again training will be provided if required.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Painter/Decorator/Minor plastering - INTERNAL ONLY 

About the role⭐ Senior Sheltered Services Officer Full Time We’re not just restructuring – we’re reinventing how housing services are delivered. Come and be part of the change.About the roleDo you have a passion for supporting older and more vulnerable residents – and the leadership skills to inspire and guide others to deliver exceptional services?This is an exciting opportunity to join North Northamptonshire Council’s Housing Management Service at a time of real change and investment. We are reshaping our services to be more visible, proactive and closer to tenants than ever before, and our sheltered housing team is central to this transformation.As a Senior Sheltered Services Officer, you’ll lead a team of Sheltered Scheme Officers, ensuring that our schemes are safe, well-run and truly supportive places for residents to live. You’ll be a visible leader – coaching staff, monitoring standards, and ensuring that every resident feels valued, listened to and connected.You will be part of a service that is:<ul><li>Visible and connected – stronger links with residents, families and communities.</li><li>Supportive and responsive – helping vulnerable residents live independently and safely.</li><li>Engaged and accountable – giving residents a stronger voice in how schemes are managed.</li><li>Cleaner and safer – ensuring schemes are well maintained and welcoming.</li></ul>This is a rewarding leadership role that combines people management, service improvement and hands-on engagement with residents.What will you be doing?What you will be doingYou’ll lead and support the day-to-day management of several sheltered housing schemes and staff. Your work will include:<ul><li>Providing direction, coaching and line management to Sheltered Scheme Officers.</li><li>Monitoring health &amp; safety, fire safety and compliance across schemes.</li><li>Ensuring consistent, high-quality services for older and vulnerable residents.</li><li>Responding to complex or sensitive resident issues and safeguarding concerns.</li><li>Supporting the organisation of activities that reduce isolation and promote wellbeing.</li><li>Building strong working relationships with Neighbourhood Housing Officers, Tenancy Support Officers, Caretakers and external partners.</li><li>Driving service improvements and identifying new ways to enhance resident experience.</li><li>Acting as the main point of escalation for scheme-related enquiries or incidents.</li></ul>This is a varied role where you can make a visible difference – to residents, to staff and to the wider service.About youAbout youWe’re looking for an experienced and motivated housing professional with strong leadership skills and a genuine commitment to supporting older and vulnerable people.What you’ll bring to the role:<ul><li>Passion, Resilience, Innovation, Drive and Energy – with a commitment to Working Together to Achieve Success.</li><li>Experience of managing sheltered, supported or independent-living services.</li><li>Excellent people-management skills with the ability to lead, coach and motivate staff.</li><li>A sound understanding of safeguarding, support planning and housing management.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills – approachable, empathetic and confident.</li><li>The ability to balance compassion with compliance, ensuring services meet high standards.</li><li>A proactive, problem-solving approach with a focus on continuous improvement.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior role in a forward-looking housing service and make a lasting difference to the lives of residents across North Northamptonshire.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Senior Sheltered Services Officer Full Time 

About the role⭐ Neighbourhood Housing Officers x7 We’re not just restructuring – we’re reinventing how housing services are delivered. Come and be part of the changeAbout the roleDo you want to be the face of housing in your community and make a real difference to tenants’ lives?This is your chance to be part of a bold new chapter for Housing Services at North Northamptonshire Council. We are reshaping our Housing Management Service to become more visible, proactive and closer to our tenants than ever before.As a Neighborhood Housing Officer, you’ll manage your own patch, working directly with tenants and communities to deliver excellent, responsive services. No two days will be the same – you’ll balance support with enforcement, problem-solving with prevention, and relationship-building with results.You will be part of a service that is:<ul><li>Visible and connected – smaller patches, stronger links with tenants and communities.</li><li>Cleaner and safer – more caretakers working across our estates.</li><li>Supportive and responsive – stronger focus on helping vulnerable tenants and quicker support with adaptations.</li><li>Engaged and accountable – a stronger tenant voice and more opportunities for residents to shape our services.</li></ul>This is a varied, people-focused role where you’ll see the difference you make every day and build strong foundations for your career in housing.What will you be doing?What you will be doingYou will be responsible for managing a patch of homes, ensuring tenants feel supported and connected. Your work will include:<ul><li>Being a visible presence on estates, carrying out visits, inspections and tenancy checks.</li><li>Building positive relationships with tenants and communities, getting to know their needs.</li><li>Supporting tenants to sustain their homes, including providing advice, assistance and enforcement where needed.</li><li>Tackling tenancy breaches and anti-social behaviour quickly and fairly.</li><li>Preventing and recovering arrears. </li><li>Identifying vulnerable households and working with partners to make sure they get the right support.</li><li>Working closely with caretakers, sheltered and housing support colleagues to deliver a joined-up service.</li></ul>Responding to issues raised by tenants, councillors and communities, and keeping residents updated on outcomesAbout youAbout youWe want changemakers – people who want to be out in communities, making a visible difference and helping tenants thrive.What will you bring to the role:<ul><li>Passion, Resilience, Innovation, Drive and Energy – with a commitment to Working Together to Achieve Success.</li><li>Experience in tenancy management, income, housing, community work or a related service.</li><li>Excellent people skills – approachable, confident, and able to build trust quickly.</li><li>The resilience to handle challenging situations and find solutions that work.</li></ul>Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Neighbourhood Housing Officer  Full Time

About the role⭐Housing Assistant Full Time We’re not just restructuring – we’re reinventing how housing services are delivered. Come and be part of the change.About the roleDo you want to build a career in housing and play a vital part in transforming services for tenants?This is your chance to join North Northamptonshire Council’s Housing Management Service at an exciting time of real change and investment. Following a major restructure, we are making our service more visible, proactive and closer to our tenants than ever before.As a Housing Assistant, you’ll provide essential support to Neighbourhood Housing Officers and Senior Officers – helping us deliver excellent services while learning the skills you need to progress in housing. You’ll be part of a team that’s modernising, forward-looking and passionate about making a difference.You will be part of a service that is:<ul><li>Visible and connected – smaller patches, stronger links with tenants and communities.</li><li>Cleaner and safer – more caretakers working across our estates.</li><li>Supportive and responsive – stronger focus on helping vulnerable tenants and quicker support with adaptations.</li><li>Engaged and accountable – a stronger tenant voice and more opportunities for residents to shape our services.</li></ul>This role is the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on housing experience in a supportive environment, with clear pathways for training and career development.What will you be doing?What you will be doingYou’ll provide vital day-to-day support to ensure our Housing Management Service runs smoothly and tenants receive a responsive service. Your work will include:<ul><li>Acting as a first point of contact for tenants, answering queries quickly and professionally.</li><li>Supporting Housing Officers with tenancy visits, estate inspections and community engagement activities.</li><li>Handling administrative tasks such as Void administration, tenancy paperwork, records and case monitoring.</li><li>Helping tenants access the right services and support when they need it.</li><li>Assisting with cases involving arrears, tenancy issues or safeguarding.</li><li>Contributing to tenant engagement activities and events.</li><li>Building positive relationships with tenants, colleagues and communities.</li></ul>About youAbout youWe’re looking for enthusiastic, motivated people who want to make a difference and grow their career in housing.What will you bring to the role:<ul><li>Passion, Resilience, Innovation, Drive and Energy – with a commitment to Working Together to Achieve Success.</li><li>Good organisational and communication skills, with an eye for detail.</li><li>A friendly and approachable manner, with the confidence to deal with tenant queries.</li><li>Experience in customer service, administration or housing support (formal housing experience is welcome but not essential).</li><li>A willingness to learn, take on new challenges and support colleagues across the service.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a large, forward-looking housing service, while helping to create safer, stronger and more connected communities.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Housing Assistant  Full Time 

About the role⭐Senior Neighbourhood Housing Officers x 3We’re not just restructuring – we’re reinventing how housing services are delivered. Come and be part of the changeAbout the roleDo you want to play a key role in transforming how we deliver housing services at North Northamptonshire Council?This is your chance to be part of a bold new chapter for Housing Services and help shape the future of our housing management service. We are a council with a passion for driving positive change and delivering excellence; serving a community with a rich heritage, a diverse population, and a distinct identity.We are looking for motivated and ambitious people to join our Housing Management Service at a time of real change and investment. Following a major restructure, we are making our service more visible, proactive and closer to our tenants than ever before.You will be part of a service that is:<ul><li>Visible and connected – smaller patches, stronger links with tenants and communities.</li><li>Cleaner and safer – more caretakers working across our estates.</li><li>Supportive and responsive – stronger focus on helping vulnerable tenants and quicker support with adaptations.</li><li>Engaged and accountable – a stronger tenant voice and more opportunities for residents to shape our services.</li></ul>What will you be doing?What you will be doingYou will lead a patch-based housing management team, inspiring confidence and delivering consistent, high-quality services. Your work will include:<ul><li>Providing day-to-day leadership, coaching and support to Housing Officers and Assistants.</li><li>Taking ownership of complex tenancy cases, including anti-social behaviour, safeguarding and tenancy breaches.</li><li>Ensuring vulnerable tenants receive the right support through close partnership working.</li><li>Working with caretakers and other teams to keep estates safe, clean and welcoming.</li><li>Monitoring performance and budgets, and reporting on outcomes.</li><li>Acting as a visible presence on estates, engaging with tenants, councillors and community groups.</li><li>Leading by example in delivering excellent customer service and promoting tenant engagement.</li></ul>This is a varied and rewarding role where you can see the difference you make every day, while developing your leadership and management skills.About youAbout youWe want changemakers – people with the passion and drive to help us build safer, stronger and more connected communities.What will you bring to the role:<ul><li>Passion, Resilience, Innovation, Drive and Energy – with a commitment to Working Together to Achieve Success.</li><li>A strong background in tenancy or neighbourhood management, with experience of handling complex cases.</li><li>The ability to support and mentor Housing Officers and Assistants, building confidence and consistency across your patch.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to balance support, enforcement and partnership working.</li><li>A proactive, problem-solving approach, with the drive to deliver improvements for tenants and communities.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career within a forward-looking housing service – and to make a visible difference to the lives of tenants every single day.Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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The Pensions Service are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the pensions projects team as a Pensions Officer for a fixed term 6 month position.&nbsp;You will be performance focussed and driven to provide excellent customer service. &nbsp;You must demonstrate a flexible approach to delivering all aspects of pension administration. This should be achieved whilst meeting the legislative requirements and critical deadlines across the Local Government Pension Scheme.Experience of working in a similar environment, where you have shown the ability to be calm under pressure and make timely decisions, would be an advantage. We will provide full and comprehensive training to give you the skills and confidence you need to complete the role. The successful candidates will have excellent attention to detail and be able to communicate effectively through all available channels, to both members and colleagues alike.We are a welcoming team who continually support each other in achieving both personal and departmental goals.Please note, previous applicants need not apply.If you have any queries please contact <a href="mailto:gemma.smith@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">gemma.smith@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? The Pensions Officer role sits within the Projects team &nbsp;and is responsible for pension administration tasks including processing benefit calculations, data input and validation, responding to queries from members, employers, pensioners and dependents, peer check colleagues’ casework, updating/processing member records with the relevant information. &nbsp;This fast-paced customer facing role is critical to ensure casework is either dealt with immediately at the point of contact or is efficiently allocated to the appropriate casework team.Please see job description for further information about what this role involves About you Experience of working within the LGPS and ideally experience in a similar role would be advantageous. Your excellent communication skills and confidence with analysing pension issues and offering sound, reliable and professional information will enable you to explain clearly complex pension issues to non-specialists.You will be able to pay high attention to detail to ensure all tasks are processed efficiently and accurately in line with the LGPS regulations using a variety of MS Office and IT resources.Previous experience using Altair and/or ERP is advantageous.We will provide full and comprehensive training to give you the skills and confidence you need to complete the role.Please see person specification for a full list of essential and desirable criteria.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Pensions Officer (Fixed Term - 6 Months)

About the roleAs a Community Enablement Worker within the LIVE team you will be supporting adults with complex disabilities work towards, and achieve their Learning, Independence, Volunteering and Employment goals. LIVE is an enabling service. We encourage and support positive risk taking. As a CEW you will work with our customers to create vocational profiles and development plans, focussed on goals and ambitions. Raising ambition and challenging fears, stereotypes and myths will be an important part of your role. You will be based at a LIVE site as well as within the community, and onsite with employers. We believe everybody can work and achieve with the right support. Our CEW team are key to understanding what support needs to look like and how we can best deliver to meet the needs of our customers. If you can help us smash glass ceilings and leap over barriers, we would love to hear from you. What will you be doing?<ul><li>Identifying support needs and identifying solutions and resolves</li><li>Employer engagement</li><li>Job coaching</li><li>Raising ambitions and supporting people to achieve their full potential </li><li>Working with customers in groups and on a one-to-one basis</li><li>Supporting at places of work and within the community, including our LIVE projects</li><li>Creating bespoke vocational profiles </li><li>Working with customers to write development plans focussed on goals</li><li>Supporting LIVE to raise our profile, positively risk take and break down barriers</li></ul>About you<ul><li>Creative</li><li>Patient</li><li>Positive approach to problem solving</li><li>Good communicator</li><li>Team focussed</li><li>Person centred approach. All about the can do, we are not about the can't</li><li>Good IT skills</li><li>Considerate</li><li>Positive approach and committed to diversity and inclusion</li></ul>Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Are you passionate about shaping the future of our towns and communities?&nbsp;We are seeking a proactive and dedicated professional to join our Planning Service team and help deliver high-quality planning services that make a real difference.We need you to take charge in shaping the future of our community by delivering high-level, expert planning policy guidance and insight to the Council—driving decisions in alignment with Town and Country Planning legislation and beyond. Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? In this dynamic role, you will play a vital part in supporting the effective delivery of our planning functions, working positively and flexibly to help achieve the Council’s strategic objectives. You will be at the forefront of providing excellent customer service, engaging with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders—including members of the public, Councillors, and MPs—ensuring every interaction reflects our commitment to responsiveness, professionalism, and care.Key responsibilities include:<ul>
<li>Supporting the smooth and timely handling of customer enquiries, feedback, and complaints.</li>
<li>Assisting with the maintenance and analysis of planning data to help meet and exceed performance targets.</li>
<li>Contributing to the development and implementation of Local and Neighbourhood Plans, Supplementary Planning Documents, and broader planning policy.</li>
<li>Providing up-to-date research and advice on national and regional planning frameworks, ensuring the Council remains aligned with statutory requirements and best practice.</li>
<li>Playing a central role in delivering the Council’s place-shaping vision—facilitating the right developments in the right places at the right time.</li>
</ul>About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Senior Planning Policy Officer

About the roleInternal Only North Northamptonshire is currently on an exciting journey to transform its buildings and infrastructure and as part of this, we are looking for a Project Officer to join our Capital Projects team.As part of the capital projects team you will work to define, develop and deliver projects that range from £25k to £10M of which many can be considered complex projects due to the variety of internal/external stakeholders - funders, services, end users, clients and developers. To lead projects managing external consultant design teams and contractor delivery teams. You will have responsibility for the delivery of multiple projects at one time across a variety of areas, education, leisure, assets, communities and children's services, ensuring objectives are delivered realising all benefits with full governance observed. You will need experience of working with a range of people internally and externally to deliver a project or initiative. Alongside this you will also need good organisation, literacy, numeracy and communication skills.Projects will be based across North Northamptonshire and you will need you to attend site meetings or meetings in the office on average 2 days a week. DBS check is required.If you would like more information about this role or are interested in applying, please contact Victoria Phillipson <a href="mailto:Victoria.phillipson@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Victoria.phillipson@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> What will you be doing?Project Management. Delivery of a suite of projects from brief through design and delivery. Procuring contractors, initiating, a project, planning, executing, managing, and closing the project to achieve specific targets to the agreed timescales.Stakeholder Management. Develop effective, relationships with stakeholders and partners, both internal and external to the council and to ensure that the councils programme of capital projects are delivered to specification, on time and within budget. Governance. To work within the legal requirements, policies, financial procedures, governance, procurement, framework rules and adhering to the recommended practice to protect the council from risk. Ensuring that all members of the project team are fully conversant with those parameters and approvals are sought at the required steps in the process. Risk &amp; Issue Management. Develop and manage the project risk and issues registers, regularly monitoring and updating these to ensure the risks are managed.Finance. Providing monthly monitoring and forecasting, managing the accounting process from setting up the supplier to receipting invoices and monitoring payments to suppliers including value engineering where there are budget constraints or issues impacting the budget. Procurement. Responsibility for the end-to-end process of procurement for the project including tendering, selection and awarding of the contract for the specialist roles and the principal contractor. Leadership. Motivating, managing and setting parameters on the project such as time, cost and quality roles &amp; responsibilities within the project team.Reporting. To report to the necessary project boards and stakeholders providing advice on required solutions to issues that have arisen during a project. To report accurate, up to date information to the relevant parties as and when required. Communication. To develop a communication plan to ensure effective communication with all stakeholders and the project team is maintained as set out throughout the project. This should establish the methods of communication based on the receiver’s requirements.Agile. Be agile and flexible enough to adapt the project ensuring the project has flexibility within its parameters to allow for change should the strategy, regulations or outcome require change during the delivery of the project.About youThe successful candidate will beagile and flexible enough to adapt ensuring the project has flexibility within its parameters to allow for change should the strategy, regulations or outcome require change during the delivery of the project. The post will be remote working, however there is a requirement to attend the project site and Team Meetings in person as needed, it is anticipated this would be on average 2 days a week.You will have good numeracy and literacy and ideally a relevant project management qualification or equivalent alongside knowledge and experience of manging projects.Knowledge and experience of local authorities is key particularly to provide a knowledge of elements such as governance, approvals and procurement processes. Our BenefitsHere at North Northamptonshire Council, we’re transforming for the better, using all our creativity and imagination to create the best life for our local people. You’ll find that we have a wide range of careers that may be more surprising than you think!Why choose us?We offer a vibrant working environment with:<ul><li>a competitive salary</li><li>a pension scheme, where we pay a significant contribution on top of your contribution. It provides life cover and ill-health protection.</li><li>lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and potential in a large unitary council</li><li>generous leave entitlement (28 days, rising to 33 days) and bank holidays, plus the option to buy up to an extra 10 days</li><li>hybrid and flexible working arrangements, where practicable for service needs to help you with a healthy work-life balance.</li></ul>We provide a range of great benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme, an Employee Benefits Scheme, wellbeing support, travel rates at HMRC rates, as well as supporting a range of active Employee Network Groups.About usOur Values and BehavioursOur values define who we are and how we operate, by forming the foundation for how we interact with our customers, colleagues and provide our services. They are also at the forefront of our decision making and delivery and are:Customer-focused Respectful Efficient Supportive TrustworthyOur Key CommitmentsOur key commitments help ensure that the priorities we make, now and in the future, maintain the necessary breadth of focus in those areas that we believe matter most.We are proud to be a recognised Disability Confident Employer and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role.North Northamptonshire Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in June 2024 which highlights the Council’s pledge to support the Armed Forces community. The council obtained the silver status award for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) and we are now currently working towards achieving Gold status.Further information can be found at Jobs and careers | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)





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Project Officer (Internal Only)

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The Role is to work as a 'Care and Support Worker' for West Northamptonshire Council. The work will take place at Turn Furlong RIBU (Recovering Independence Bed Unit).The 'Recovering Independence Bed' unit will be delivered by a range of staff, from both health and social care settings. Our team will deliver clinical care, rehabilitation support and care support, ensuring people experience the best quality of service they can, in a prompt and seamless way.The services will provide a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated team, with experience from both elements of health and social care, to deliver vital intermediate care for people in Northamptonshire.The team will provide quality care for our people, specialising in rehabilitation/reablement and sub-acute care for people discharged from acute hospitals.As the focus of the centres is rehabilitation and reablement you will be working in an integrated multi-disciplinary team that includes senior nurses, staff nurses, unregistered staff, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, medical staff and social care colleagues.&nbsp; This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate.&nbsp;It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check.&nbsp;West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? 36 hours per week (12 hours day shifts). Operating on a 4 week rolling rota. The current rota for this position does not include any weekend working.The team will provide quality care for our people, specialising in rehabilitation/reablement and sub-acute care for people discharged from acute hospitals.As the focus of the centres is rehabilitation and reablement you will be working in an integrated multi-disciplinary team that includes senior nurses, staff nurses, unregistered staff, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, medical staff and social care colleagues.<ul>
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<li>Support them to be themselves and encourage their comfort whilst being respectful of their living&nbsp;space.</li>
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<li>Helping customers to get washed and dressed.</li>
<li>Providing manual handling support and personal care.</li>
<li>Providing medication support in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Liaise with health professionals.</li>
<li>Reporting any concerns or incidents to senior members of the team.</li>
<li>Arranging and taking part in activities with members of the community.</li>
</ul>Main Responsibilities:1. &nbsp; &nbsp;To provide practical, personal and emotional care and support and to WNC customers who may have a range of different health and social care needs.2. &nbsp; &nbsp;To support the customer to maintain or develop social networks and &nbsp;interests, &nbsp;where required organising and/or participating in activities of the customers choice.3. &nbsp; &nbsp;To always be mindful of treating customers with kindness, respect and compassion, that helps foster a feeling of happiness and contentment for customers.4. &nbsp; &nbsp;To ensure each customer experiences a service that meets their own personal needs and preferences, as set out in their care/support plan, and to refer any areas of concern to your line manager.5. &nbsp; &nbsp;To work in such a way as that promotes the customers’ health and wellbeing, ensures dignity is preserved, supports independence and choice, whilst maintaining safety making sure any areas of concern are reported to their line manager.6. &nbsp; &nbsp;To work with the customer to understand and contribute to assess their needs of customers, e.g. risk, manual handling and use of low-level equipment.7. &nbsp; &nbsp;To contribute to individual care plans, record all activities and refer any issues of concern to the duty manager to ensure that the customer receives support and care appropriate to their needs.8. &nbsp; &nbsp;To safely operate a range of lifting and transporting equipment as necessary to help and support customers, reporting any faults with equipment to the duty manager in accordance with appropriate training, policies and procedures.9. &nbsp; &nbsp;To ensure that reasonable care is taken at all times for the health, safety and welfare of yourself and other persons, e.g. infection control.10. &nbsp; &nbsp;To comply with West Northamptonshire Councils Policies and Procedures, and any relevant legislative requirements.11. &nbsp; &nbsp;Carry out any other duties which fall within the broad spirit, scope and purpose of this job description and which are commensurate with the grade of the post.12. &nbsp; Ensure that mandatory training is completed to satisfaction and on time.About you You don’t need previous experience in social care, or qualifications, we will provide all the training and support you need to give you the skills and confidence be able to care for our residents.Basic literacy and numeracy skills will be required to maintain records and assist with associated administrative tasks.This role will engage with others in assisting with physical tasks requiring some modest manual dexterity. This might include basic cooking, domestic or other vocational activities where physical skills are needed to carry out tasks.You will be required to have a basic understanding and ability to use computers for standard software applications, and have physical dexterity needed for thisCommunication with others is central to the roles.&nbsp; Job holders will constantly interact with others for whom instructions and practical advice must be tailored in a manner appropriate to their needs.Listening to others and working with them to achieve agreed outcomes is central to ensuring their wellbeing. Not all individuals will be able to express themselves eloquently, and others will need straightforward messages explained to them in clear, understandable and accessible terms. Career development and training opportunitiesOur team’s learning and development is very important to us. It ensures we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and have a variety of career pathways, for those who want to progress or specialise.All new starters are required to complete the Care Certificate, if not already completed previously, alongside mandatory training within their induction period. Courses are updated throughout your employment.We welcome applications from those with any level of experience.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU?si=zk_5W7HktpP-iZ5U" target="_blank">what its like to work at West Northants Council.</a>We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

Care & Support Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us" target="_blank">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a><h2>About the role</h2>Based:&nbsp;Various locations in NorthamptonWest Northants Council Adult Social Care has been on an exciting journey of transformation since we became a unitary authority in April 2021. This has given us the opportunity to really look at how we provide adult social care on a more localised level, leading to lots of exciting innovations and a new model of working which puts people and their communities firmly at the heart of what we do. &nbsp;<h2>Additional information</h2>If you are passionate about adult social care, have a social work qualification/equivalent and are registered with Social Work England, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;We are looking for individuals with a proactive, innovative approach who can problem solve creatively, and have a passion for fostering the strengths of individuals. You will play a crucial role in conducting timely assessments, developing support plans, and implementing support in accordance with the Care Act 2014. As someone who is committed, hardworking, and enthusiastic, you will thrive in working in a fast-paced environment. Strong communications skills will be essential, as you'll be working collaboratively with a wide range of partners, including community groups and the voluntary sector as well as colleagues in health and other sectors.&nbsp;If you love a challenge and have an openness to learn, join us on this rewarding journey of making a true difference in the lives of the individuals we support in West Northants.&nbsp;Career development and training opportunities&nbsp;&nbsp;As a Social Worker joining West Northants Council, you’ll receive a supportive induction and shadowing period to enable orientation to the service. It is important to us that we ensure we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. &nbsp;We are committed to career development and offer training and development opportunities for those who want to progress or specialise, for example AMHP training (for those 2 years post-qualified). &nbsp;We will pay for your Social Work of England registration, and all our Social Workers receive a paid subscription to Community Care inform, where you can access research, practice guidelines, legislation updates etc., to support your professional development.We welcome applications as well for PSW/Assistant Team Manager.<a href="https://jobs.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs/job/Social-Work-Assistant-Team-Manager-Adults/5665" target="_blank">Social Work Assistant Team Manager (Adults) | 31 August, 2025 | Jobs and careers with West Northamptonshire Council</a>This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.&nbsp;Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU&nbsp;&amp;nbsp</a>;We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions&nbsp;- watch WNC colleagues explain&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM" target="_blank">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href="mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.

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