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<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>Are you passionate about turning raw data into powerful insights? West Northamptonshire Council is looking for an exceptional Data Engineering and DBA Manager to continue the modernisation of our entire data infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape how data is managed, shared and secured across the council. You'll be at the forefront of our digital transformation – continuing to move us from legacy on-premise systems into a cloud-first (Microsoft Fabric), insight-driven future. Reporting to the Head of IT Operations and working within our innovative Digital, Technology &amp; Innovation team, you’ll initially lead a skilled team of four senior technical experts, with plans to grow the function as we strengthen our data capability.<h2>Additional information</h2>We’re looking for someone who thrives at the intersection of technology, strategy and delivery - someone who sees data not just as numbers, but as the fuel that drives better decisions and better services. You’ll bring a wealth of experience in data engineering, database administration and cloud technologies, along with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. You’ll be a confident communicator, able to bridge the gap between technical teams and business needs, and a natural leader ready to grow and inspire a team. If you're excited by the idea of building a modern, fit-for-purpose data environment that makes a tangible difference to how a council serves its community, then we want to hear from you.<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 <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.

Data Engineering and DBA Manager

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West Northamptonshire Council’s Digital, Technology and Innovation (DTI) service is on a mission to revolutionise how local authority IT is delivered — and we want you to be part of it.As a newly formed authority since April 2021, we’re proud of our bold, ambitious plans. We aim to be the most innovative digital council in the country, and we’re building a high-performing team to make that vision a reality.We’re looking for a Desktop Support Engineer who is passionate about technology, driven to provide excellent customer service, and ready to help shape the future of IT across our organisation.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? As a Desktop Support Engineer, you’ll be a key part of our frontline IT support team, ensuring that staff across the council have the tools and assistance they need to work efficiently and effectively. Your work will directly support vital public services and make a real difference in people’s lives.Providing 2nd line support to users across a wide range of devices and applicationsTroubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issuesSupporting staff in person, remotely, and via our service desk platformTravelling between council sites and supporting staff across our partner organisations and locationsPreparing and deploying new laptops and equipmentWorking with the wider DTI team to deliver a consistent, high-quality IT serviceSupporting our ongoing digital transformation projects and rollout of new technologiesAbout you We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to get stuck in.<ul>
<li>You’re great with people — friendly, patient, and able to explain IT clearly</li>
<li>You’re hands-on with desktop/laptop builds, troubleshooting, and support</li>
<li>You have experience working in an IT support environment (preferably public sector or large organisation but not essential)</li>
<li>You’re keen to learn, grow and be part of something exciting</li>
<li>Relevant IT qualifications (or equivalent experience) would be an advantage</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 <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" 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.

Desktop Support Engineer

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>West Northamptonshire Council’s Digital, Technology and Innovation (DTI) service is on a mission to revolutionise how local authority IT is delivered — and we want you to be part of it.As a newly formed authority since April 2021, we’re proud of our bold, ambitious plans. We aim to be the most innovative digital council in the country, and we’re building a high-performing team to make that vision a reality.We’re looking for a Desktop Support Engineer who is passionate about technology, driven to provide excellent customer service, and ready to help shape the future of IT across our organisation.<h2>Additional information</h2>We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to get stuck in.<ul>
<li>You’re great with people — friendly, patient, and able to explain IT clearly</li>
<li>You’re hands-on with desktop/laptop builds, troubleshooting, and support</li>
<li>You have experience working in an IT support environment (preferably public sector or large organisation but not essential)</li>
<li>You’re keen to learn, grow and be part of something exciting</li>
<li>Relevant IT qualifications (or equivalent experience) would be an advantage</li>
</ul><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 <a href="https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU" 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.

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Be part of our digital journey and help shape the future of one of the largest unitary authorities in the country. North Northamptonshire Council is on an exciting transformational journey. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join us in delivering the next steps towards our vision and deliver a range of benefits for both our staff and residents. If you have a passion for exploring new ways of working; the drive to deliver exceptional services; and the ambition to continuously improve practices – this could be the ideal role for you.&nbsp;We are seeking an innovative and dynamic Head of Service Delivery to provide leadership to the Service Delivery team within our growing Technology, Digital and Data (TDD) service.&nbsp;In this pivotal role, you will have the significant responsibility of translating the Council’s priorities into actionable strategies, plans, and programmes to ensure the provision of a robust, future-proofed service capable of supporting the organisation’s business objectives. &nbsp;Your contributions will have direct impact upon all staff and Council services, as well as the residents of North Northamptonshire.&nbsp;Our benefits Here 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&nbsp;days, rising to 33&nbsp;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.What will you be doing? As part of the TDD senior management team, you will collaborate with the Chief Information Officer and other leaders to review and enhance current strategies that support business objectives across the wider technology and digital service. You will also lead on the creation of new strategies and oversee feasibility studies for alternative approaches, ensuring that the service meets established business goals, performance targets, and agreed service levels. &nbsp;You will manage the Service Delivery resources and assets, ensuring compliance with all governance, legal, and regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will oversee the financial management and control of the Service Delivery budget. &nbsp;You will provide leadership and oversight to ensure stakeholder confidence in the quality and availability of the service and support for all Council teams. &nbsp;It will be your role to ensure that both yourself and your team stay up to date with the latest technology trends and practice continuous development to identify and leverage emerging opportunities to enhance service delivery.&nbsp;About you You will be an experienced leader in service delivery with a proven track record of managing operational IT services at a senior level. Your ability to make evidence-based decisions and take ownership of ongoing and emergent technology challenges will be crucial.&nbsp;You must have clear evidence of building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers and senior managers, ensuring beneficial outcomes for the Council. And you should have excellent knowledge and experience of contract management and negotiation, and performance management of third parties.&nbsp;About us Our 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)

Head of Service Delivery

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Be part of our digital journey and help shape the future of one of the largest unitary authorities in the country. &nbsp;North Northamptonshire Council is on an exciting transformational journey. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join us in delivering the next steps towards our vision and deliver a range of benefits for both our staff and residents. If you have a passion for exploring new ways of working; the drive to deliver exceptional services; and the ambition to continuously improve practices – this could be the ideal role for you.&nbsp;We are seeking an innovative and dynamic Head of Applications to provide leadership to the Applications team within our growing Technology, Digital and Data (TDD) service.&nbsp;In this pivotal role, you will have the significant responsibility of translating the Council’s priorities into actionable strategies, plans, and programmes for the delivery of a robust future-proofed service capable of enabling digital transformation.&nbsp;Your contributions will have direct impact upon a wide range of Council applications and systems and have a significant impact upon improving the delivery of Council services for the residents of North Northamptonshire.&nbsp;Shortlisting: 11th - 22nd AugustTechnical assessments: w/c 25th AugustInterviews: w/c 1st SeptemberOur benefits Here 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&nbsp;days, rising to 33&nbsp;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.What will you be doing? As part of the TDD senior management team, you will collaborate with the Chief Information Officer and other leaders to review and enhance current strategies that support business objectives across the wider technology and digital service. You will also lead on the creation of new strategies and oversee feasibility studies for alternative approaches, ensuring that the service meets established business goals, performance targets, and agreed service levels. &nbsp;You will manage the Applications team’s resources and assets, ensuring compliance with all governance, legal, and regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will oversee the financial management and control of the Applications budget. &nbsp;You will provide leadership and oversight to ensure stakeholder confidence in the quality and availability of the applications we deliver and provide support for all Council teams on their use and development.&nbsp;It will be your role to ensure that both yourself and your team stay up to date with the latest technology trends and practice continuous development to identify and leverage emerging opportunities to enhance the management, development and delivery of applications and systems across our estate.&nbsp;About you You will be an experienced leader in applications and systems management and development, with a proven track record of managing operational IT services at a senior level. Your ability to make evidence-based decisions and take ownership of ongoing and emergent technology challenges will be crucial.&nbsp;You must have clear evidence of building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers and senior managers, ensuring beneficial outcomes for the Council. And you should have excellent knowledge and experience of contract management and negotiation, and performance management of third parties.&nbsp;About us Our 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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