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Are you an effective IT leader, ready to make a real difference and drive impactful change for the benefit of local people and communities? Joining West Northamptonshire Council could be the next exciting step in your career journey! We’re on a mission to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive. To drive that mission to reality, we’re looking to transform IT Services at WNC, getting our systems, technology and processes to do the heavy lifting, so we focus our efforts on investing and supporting our people, places and community spaces.&nbsp;We’re looking for a strategic thinker, an operational mastermind, someone who can make it happen at pace! You will be passionate about technology, transforming the delivery of public services and the driving force of the delivery of our IT Strategy. Leading a talented team, shape and deliver effective solutions that power everything from internal operations to frontline services, within the council and for our partners. &nbsp;You will define the future of our IT infrastructure and critical systems, champion data driven decision making, and embed a culture of innovation across the council, helping to design and deliver smarter, faster, more connected services for our communities.&nbsp;This is more than a leadership role - it’s a chance to transform how a council works, to inspire change, and to deliver real impact and positive outcomes that make a real difference to people’s lives.&nbsp;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 successful candidate will provide service leadership, translating strategy into clear goals and objectives delivering service improvements and outcomes at pace. You will work closely and collaboratively with our leadership team, Councillors, colleagues and partners, as part of our Resources Directorate.&nbsp;
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<li>Modernising the council’s technology landscape, supporting the delivery of high quality, accessible and efficient public services.</li>
<li>Leading the Digital, Technology &amp; Innovation (DTI) service, ensuring delivery, governance and execution of a complex and busy programme. Ensure high levels of performance across all teams to make our vision a reality.</li>
<li>Advising Executive and Senior Leadership Teams on all technology matters, combining innovative thinking to challenge current service delivery and drive transformation and change through IT, data and digital solutions.</li>
<li>Overseeing functions including cyber security, infrastructure, architecture, applications and desktop support. Own the IT and Technology pipeline for WNC and our shared service partnership.</li>
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<ul><li>Championing innovation, embedding the use of technology across council services, inspiring digital confidence for an efficient and enabled council.</li></ul>About you What We’re Looking For:&nbsp;<ul>
<li>A strategic thinker with a passion for public service.</li>
<li>Financially astute and experienced in managing large budgets.</li>
<li>Proven experience in designing and delivering IT strategies.</li>
<li>Experienced in leading large professional and technical teams.</li>
<li>Experienced professional with substantial leadership experience in IT and a passion for technology.</li>
<li>A collaborative mindset and strong stakeholder engagement skills.</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?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.

Assistant Director - Technology Services

Our BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme. </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme</li><li>Professional subscriptions / registration - if your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li><li>Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul>About the roleWest Northamptonshire Council has created a new team focused on developing and delivering innovative flood and water drainage solutions. The team is led by the Flood and Water Team Manager, reporting to the Head of Works within the PLACE directorate of the Council. The team will act as the Council’s Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) providing professional support and advice on flood and water management and be instrumental in developing its approach to the forthcoming changes to the Flood and Water Management Act 2010.If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please feel free to contact Mohamed Admani, Flood &amp; Water Manager (Assets and Environment): <a href="mailto:mohamed.admani@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">mohamed.admani@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>We reserve the right to close this advert early.What will you be doing?<ul><li>Lead on technical assessments and advice to Local Planning Authorities on the suitability of surface water drainage proposals for new development,</li><li>Working with the Flood &amp; Water Manager to ensure the Council (as Lead Local Flood Authority) continues to fulfil its role as statutory consultee in the planning system.</li><li>Lead and provide professional technical responses to development applications ensuring that drainage systems are sustainable and sufficiently effective in protecting communities from flooding.</li><li>Liasing with applicants to promote the implementation of sustainable drainage systems on new developments.</li><li>Work with developers and landowners to regulate activity on ordinary watercourses, ensuring that the designs of works are appropriate, sustainable, and do not adversely impact flow within watercourses.</li><li>Deputising for the Flood &amp; Water Manager when required. </li></ul>About youWe are looking for individuals that have experience working with or within LLFA's on statutory consultee role. We want applicants that want to test boundaries, develop, and deliver, innovative approaches to reducing flood risk to our communities.Please note previous applicants need not apply again.





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Senior Flood Risk Officer (Drainage)

Our BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme. </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme via Tusker.</li><li>Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Commsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li><li>Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul>About the roleWest Northamptonshire Educational Psychology Service is seeking to recruit creative and innovative psychologists to expand its existing team of skilled and friendly staff, as we develop and grow.West Northamptonshire is still a fairly new unitary council – with many opportunities to shape the future of the educational psychology service through co-constructing future directions with our stakeholders and developing the team together. The Service is very well regarded and supported within the council, which has a strong focus on values-based practice and staff wellbeing. We are keen for staff at all levels to contribute to, or lead initiatives and projects in line with our model of distributed leadership, giving opportunities to develop, experience and contribute to strategic developments.The EPS is committed to developing services in response to community needs. We provide a broad and extensive centralised training offer and promote emotional wellbeing for school staff through our coaching and supervision offer. The service leads on the Northamptonshire Baby Room Project and the Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) programme, and we are developing initiative into MELSA.The service will provide you with a comprehensive induction and CPD programme and regular professional supervision. Additional mentoring support will be provided if you are a newly qualified EP. We have extensive links with training universities, with two members of our EP team employed as tutors on EP training courses - along with other links to local universities.If you would like an informal discussion about the role, and the new directions which the Service is taking, please email Gavin Morgan, Interim Principal Educational Psychologist and tutor at University College London - <a href="http://westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">gavin.morgan@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> or Kathryn Davidson, Interim Principal Educational Psychologist - <a href="mailto:kathryn.davidson@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">kathryn.davidson@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>West Northamptonshire Council covers the geographical area to the south and west of Northamptonshire. The service is based at One Angel Square in central Northampton. The EPS promotes a balance of face to face, alongside remote working. You will be provided with a laptop and mobile phone to support a flexible approach. Salary will increase up to £63,348 FTE with 3 SPA points. Previously awarded SPA points will be honoured. West Northamptonshire Educational Psychologists are employed on local scales - which exceed Soulbury terms - alongside a generous annual leave entitlement of up to 34 days (FTE).West Northamptonshire value our EPs - HCPC registration fees will also be paid.What will you be doing?Successful applicants will be joining qualified EPs, trainees and assistant psychologists who are committed to inclusion and improving the life chances of children and young people through the creative application of psychology.All EPs have a balance of early intervention and statutory work, providing support to a patch of schools as well as having the opportunity to become involved with broader projects.To learn more, please visit our Educational Psychology team page.<a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-educational-psychology-team" target="_blank">Our Educational Psychology team | West Northamptonshire Council</a> About youWe look forward to hearing from applicants who have:<ul><li>An interest in developing innovative and creative practice</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>A commitment to improving the life chances of others, and particularly those from vulnerable and/or marginalised groups</li><li>An ability to work collaboratively with different professionals</li></ul>Applicants will need to be professionally qualified and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), unless currently in training. 





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Our BenefitsWe value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage…<ul><li>A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family</li><li>6 days of protected time each year to support in maintaining your Continuous Professional Development</li><li>A relocation package of up to £8,000 (eligibility applies)</li><li>Scalable retention payments of up to £8850 over a 3 year period, starting after your first full year of employment </li><li>A Refer a Friend Scheme where if you refer another Social Worker to us who is subsequently employed by us as a result of that introduction, we’ll pay you an introduction fee of £350</li><li>Access to our Cambridgeshire Academy for Reaching Excellence (CARE) who will support your development, enabling you to become the best practitioner you can be</li></ul>For more information and to see our other benefits, take a look at the benefits brochure attached to this advert.About the roleAre you an experienced Social Worker looking for the next step in your career? We're looking for Senior Practitioners to join us in the Children in Care Teams. These are countywide positions and we have offices at Awdry House in Wisbech, Noble House in Ely and Scott House in Huntingdon. The role is hybrid with a mix of office and home working.Our aim in Children in Care is to achieve permanence for children and young people who become Looked After and to ensure that they are in a home which meets their needs, reflects their right to safety and security, and encourage them to reach their full potential at every stage of their development. We encourage all Looked After children and young people to meet their full educational potential and to promote both their physical and mental health.If this sounds like an role that suits your skill set, we would love to hear from you! For more information, call Nathalie on 01223 475920 or email <a href="mailto:joinus@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">joinus@cambridgeshire.gov.uk</a>.This is a rolling campaign and we check applications daily, don’t wait to apply!Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.What will you be doing?Day-to-day responsibilities of a Senior Practitioner in Children in Care include:<ul><li>Provide leadership in high complex cases which involve risk, complexity and safety of children, young people, carers and families.</li><li>Provide written and verbal reports for a variety of settings, including court, that are concise, informative and based on analysis of complex evidence.</li><li>To lead, guide and direct Social Workers and Child Practitioners, supporting with their performance and development, including supervision.</li><li>Support in planning, allocation and review of cases.</li><li>Support with the recruitment and induction of staff.</li></ul>About youWe're looking for confident and dynamic individuals who enjoy making a difference in their local community, are curious and spot things that others might not see, enjoys building relationships and likes to explore possibilities.You must:<ul><li>Be a qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration</li><li>Have the ability to work from a variety of locations and travel countywide independently</li></ul>For a full list of the requirements of the role, please check out the Job Description &amp; Person Specification.





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Senior Practitioner - Children in Care

Our BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme. </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme via Tusker.</li><li>Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Commsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li><li>Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul>About the roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen within our Building Control team for a new Building Control Officer.You will be accountable to the Principal Building Control Officer, with support from the Team Leader - Building Control. The role sits within Planning and Building Control Service which is part of the Place Directorate in West Northamptonshire Council.The role primarily involves undertaking site visits, rather than working from the primary office base. We are open to discussions about flexible working. This role has been identified as a part-flexible worker type, this means that you will be able to work from other work locations and when not working from an office you will be work remotely (including from home or on site).Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. What will you be doing?You will assist with site inspections, plan vetting/approval and supervision of building work, which relates to the Building Regulations and allied legislation and to provide a professional Building Control service. You will ensure that WNC Building Control is recognised as delivering an excellent service for all our customers.About youWe are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to work within our recently reorganised Building Control team.You will need to be methodical, have an attention to detail and be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written.An in depth knowledge of the internal computer administration system (DEF) is preferred.





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Building Control Officer

Our BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme. </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme via Tusker.</li><li>Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Commsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li><li>Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul>About the roleAs a new authority, we’re embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers, and communities. There is tremendous opportunity for an ambitious, dynamic, and spirited Building Control professional to exert a lasting influence over design, construction, safety, sustainability, and welfare, as well as protecting a rich and colourful heritage. You’ll find yourself in a position where your input can really make a difference and significantly benefit the future development of West Northamptonshire.What will you be doing?This role will include checking plans, visiting sites, providing advice to building professionals, the public and the Council as well as contributing to the quality and safety of the built environment in accordance with national standards. The candidate would also be required to deal with dangerous structures, the investigation and resolution of breaches of the Building Regulations and be responsible for ensuring Partner Authority applications are administered and checked according to the LABC Partner Authority Scheme. About youIn this role the successful candidate will be working closely with the Principal and Senior Building Control Surveyors, you’ll help ensure that the Council’s statutory functions are properly carried out in dealing with the building regulations and associated legislative controls including fire, health and safety matters relating to buildings and structures. The candidate should be a corporate member of RICS, CABE or equivalent and be a Class 2 (C to F) Registered Building inspector.<ul></ul>

Senior Building Control Officer

Our BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme. </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme via Tusker.</li><li>Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Commsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li><li>Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul>About the roleJoin our Major Projects team and become a driving force behind the flourishing economic landscape of West Northamptonshire. We specialise in orchestrating expansive growth opportunities, ranging from residential urban extensions to cutting-edge logistics development. Our focus extends to fostering specialist employment opportunities, particularly in fields such as engineering and the prestigious world of Formula 1. Additionally, we are actively involved in the monumental HS2 project, contributing to its development and implementation.Collaborating with prominent stakeholders, our team shapes and influences projects of regional, national, and international significance. From the intricacies in the world of Formula 1 to the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-67941799" target="_blank">expansion of Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 team in Brackley</a>, to <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/news/silverstone-confirmed-home-british-grand-prix-until-2034-following-10-year-formula-1-extension" target="_blank">Silverstone (the home of British Grand Prix)</a> and also, the transformative impact of HS2, The route of Phase One passes through West Northamptonshire for a distance of 20.7km. We are at the forefront of innovation and progress. Working closely with our Strategic Planning Committee, we provide invaluable insights to aid in strategic decision-making processes.If you're passionate about making a tangible impact on the future of our region and beyond, join us in spearheading these groundbreaking initiatives.What will you be doing?Day to day, you’ll respond to requests for support from high profile stakeholders seeking to engage with the Planning Service. You’ll lead and support on pre-application enquiries, give technical advice to the public, developers, agents, Members, other departments of the Council and other and bodies regarding development proposals, and make recommendations on major applications and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) development. You’ll also support the Mainstream Application Teams where their applications require additional technical resource and input. You’ll also prepare planning appeal statements/proofs of evidence and represent the Council at appeal site visits, informal hearings and public inquiries as a professional expert witness. Throughout you will provide proactive support to our Customer Contact Centre and Customer Feedback teams, ultimately ensuring we deliver excellent customer service in every interaction for all internal and external customers, including Councillors. About youWe are looking for an individual with excellent communication and customer service skills, knowledge and understanding of planning legislation, case law and policy, planning techniques and the development management and enforcement process (including S106 and the community infrastructure levy). You’ll need practical experience that demonstrates a significant range of major planning applications and development management activities and appeals. You’ll need a relevant degree and corporate membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute, and evidence of continued professional development. You’ll bring with you great interpersonal and team building skills and be the sort of person who consistently strives for continuous improvement and excellence. If you have experience as a Principal Planner, Major Projects Officer, or a Major Planning Officer, and want to be part of an exciting dynamic team! Then we want to hear from you!





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Major Planning Applications Officer 

About the roleIf you’re looking for a role that’s as rewarding as it is meaningful, fostering might be your calling. As a foster carer, you will provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, helping them to develop emotionally and socially. You don’t need previous fostering experience or to have children of your own. What we value most are transferable skills, a willingness to learn, and a genuine desire to help children thrive.Why Foster with Us?<ul><li>Becoming a foster carer is a big step, and we are with you every step of the way by offering:</li><li>Competitive allowances to help you care for children in your home.</li><li>Guidance and support from our dedicated team to focus on providing a stable environment.</li><li>Mentorship from experienced foster carers to ensure you feel confident in your new role.</li><li>Access to comprehensive training, including both online and in-person options.</li><li>Duty phonelines for assistance whenever you need it.</li></ul>How to ApplyWe understand that life is busy, and we’ll discuss the different types of fostering with you to find the best fit for your lifestyle. If you feel fostering is right for you, or know someone who would make a great foster carer, get in touch today at <a href="mailto:fostering@cambridgeshire.gov.uk?subject=Interested%20in%20becoming%20a%20Foster%20Carer" target="_blank">fostering@cambridgeshire.gov.uk</a> or visit our website for more information on how you can get started.A Commitment to SafetyWe are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable adults. As such, all foster carers are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service as part of our safeguarding process.Celebrating DiversityWe strive to create a fostering service that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities we support. We believe that diversity strengthens our service, and we’re seeking individuals from all backgrounds ready to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people.Ready to make a difference? Contact us today to learn more about becoming a foster carer!





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Children's Carer with Cambridgeshire County Council

Our BenefitsShared Lives Carers are self-employed and are responsible for their own Tax &amp; National Insurance, although they can access the Shared Lives Tax relief when they are registered with a Shared Lives Scheme. Payment ranges for the different types of care are as follows:<ul><li><a>Long-term range from £254.59-£479.07 per week (paid every 28 days)</a></li><li>Respite range from £60.62-£72.74 per day (paid weekly)</li><li>Day support £51.75 per day.</li></ul>Other benefits include flexibility around family/personal life, training is provided, and you will be doing something amazing that genuinely makes a difference in the lives of others.About the roleThe Shared Lives Scheme involves a Shared Lives Carer sharing their home and their family (and community) life with an adult who has care &amp; support needs. These needs may include adults with Learning Disability; adults with Dementia; younger adults with complex and or behavioural needs. For Carers it provides a flexible, interesting role with a fantastic work life balance, free training, working as a self-employed professional with support from the West Northants Shared Lives scheme.Our Shared Lives carers are just ordinary people, doing extraordinary things!To see more information on the application process, and to apply please FOLLOW THIS LINK to apply and DO NOT click on the ‘apply now’ button below, thank you! <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/caring-someone/shared-lives-carers" target="_blank">Shared Lives carers | West Northamptonshire Council (westnorthants.gov.uk)</a>What will you be doing?Shared Lives care can include: • Long term accommodation &amp; support - where an adult would live with you and your family.• Short breaks &amp; respite -where an adult would stay for ad hoc nights, weekends or weeks, but not permanently.• Day support - where you would support an adult based from your own home just during the day time.You will be self-employed, but will be supported, monitored and regulated by the Shared Lives scheme and undertake any mandatory training provided to meet the complex care needs of the individuals.About youAll kinds of people can become Shared Lives carers- you don’t need to have any specific experience or training in care already, you will just have a genuine passion for caring for and supporting people. You may be a couple or single, with or without children, a home owner or a tenant. You will need to be over 18 and have a spare bedroom in your home.Please note, this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, and children and adults barred list check.





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Shared Lives Adult Foster Carer

Our BenefitsWe value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage…<ul><li>A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family</li><li>6 days of protected time each year to support in maintaining your Continuous Professional Development</li><li>A relocation package of up to £8,000 (eligibility applies)</li><li>A pay progression scheme to enable you to accelerate through the pay grade as you gain experience and skills</li><li>A Refer a Friend Scheme where if you refer another Social Worker to us who is subsequently employed by us as a result of that introduction, we’ll pay you an introduction fee of £350</li><li>Access to our Cambridgeshire Academy for Reaching Excellence (CARE) who will support your development, enabling you to become the best practitioner you can be</li></ul>For more information and to see our other benefits, take a look at the benefits brochure attached to this advert.About the roleWe are looking for a Social Worker with extensive experience in Child Protection Services. At the MASH, we are a dynamic and energetic team dedicated to providing timely and appropriate services to children, young people, and families in our community. Our work is diverse and engaging, involving extensive multi-agency collaboration, often under tight deadlines. We focus on making swift, informed decisions to safeguard children and young people, ensuring their welfare needs are met in accordance with the Working Together guidelines. The nature of our work allows us to witness positive outcomes for children quickly.You will be joining a highly effective and supportive team which is made up of both social care qualified and alternatively qualified staff. We are co-located with Health, Police, Adult Social Care, Early Help and Education colleagues, as well as a number of virtual partners. The Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) is based at the Police Headquarters, Hinchingbrooke, Huntingdon. We pride ourselves on providing all workers in the MASH with a friendly, safe, and supportive environment to work in. This is a hybrid post with required days in the office and other days working from home. If this sounds like an environment where you would thrive, we would love to hear from you! For more information, call Nathalie on 01223 475920 or email <a href="mailto:joinus@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">joinus@cambridgeshire.gov.uk</a>.This is a rolling campaign and we check applications daily, don’t wait to apply! Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.This role will be required to work from a police building and therefore this post will be subject to the outcome of a Police vetting check.What will you be doing?As a MASH Social Worker, you will have exceptional verbal and written communication skills to connect with families, partner agencies and internal colleagues. You'll be able to identify levels of risk and need against the threshold document to determine right services at the right time. You will analyse risk levels daily, ensuring swift and effective safeguarding measures are put in place for children and young people, in line with child protection policies and procedures, swiftly escalating concerns to management when necessary. Your assessments will identify and respond to needs, building on family strengths and leading to clear outcomes through SMART planning. You'll forge empowering relationships with age-appropriate young people, their families and professionals linked with them to facilitate change and improved outcomes for children and young people.About youYou will demonstrate your expertise in all aspects of safeguarding children in accordance with statutory legislation, with a solid understanding of threshold application. Your experience will include completing child and family assessments, S47 investigations, ICPC reports, court reports, and conducting joint safeguarding work with police and other professionals. You will have been involved in Child Protection planning, Child in Need plans, and childcare plans.Additionally, you will possess a thorough knowledge of the impact of adverse childhood experiences, domestic abuse, exploitation, missing children, homelessness, neglect, and all forms of harm.You must: • Be a qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration • Have the ability to work from a variety of locations and travel countywide independently For a full list of the requirements of the role, please check out the Job Description &amp; Person Specification.Please note we are not accepting applications from candidates living overseas who require sponsorship to move to the UK





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Children's Social Worker – Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub

Our BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme. </li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Car Lease scheme</li><li>Payment of professional subscription / membership - If your job description requires that you are registered with or are a member of a professional body, WNC will pay for your professional subscription or membership fees.</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li><li>A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).</li><li>Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.</li><li>Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.</li></ul>About the roleAre you an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer looking to expand your skills, progress your career and step into a leadership role? Join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Council in England.For more information please contact Julia Rickards, Head of Legal (People), on 07585 405339 for a confidential discussion. What will you be doing?As Principal Adult Social Care Lawyer you will sit within our People legal team, supporting the Head of Legal (People) in the management of the team and working collaboratively with our Officers and elected Members in the work they undertake. You will be our technical specialist with duties including:<ul><li>Managing a full caseload of Public Sector Adult matters such as mental health, community care, safeguarding, ordinary residence, deprivation of liberty and Court of Protection, including conducting advocacy. </li><li>Advising the Council on a wide range of Adult Social Care matters, delivering training where necessary.</li><li>Advising on policy, strategy and procedure relating to Adult Social Care issues.</li><li>Advising on pre-action and Judicial Review matters relating to Adult Social Care law.</li><li>Supervising and delivering training to a dedicated legal team.</li></ul>About youWhilst experience of advising on Adult Social Care law is essential, local government experience is not. What’s more important is a passion for delivering an excellent legal service, a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service and a drive to progress and achieve your own ambition.





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Principal Lawyer (Adult Social Care) 

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 the roleWe are looking to recruit an Inclusion Officer for the Education Inclusion &amp; Partnership Team within North Northamptonshire Council. You would be joining a highly motivated, committed team which has been brought together from a wide range of experiences to ensure pupils have full access to and are safe in education and to support access to education and positive educational outcomes for vulnerable learners. The role of Inclusion Officer involves working closely with schools and families, alongside other partners, to support children and young people to ensure they have access to their full educational entitlement and achieve positive outcomes. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce which reflects the community we serve. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates diversity as we know our greatest strengths are the people who make up our team. We want talented, ambitious and passionate people like you to come and take on this challenging and rewarding role. With excellent oral and written communication skills, you will be a clear thinker and outcome focussed. Collaborative multi-agency working is key to this role alongside being resilient and determined. For an informal discussion about the role please contact the Recruiting Manager, Ryan Jarvis: <a href="mailto:eesadmin.ncc@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">eesadmin.ncc@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> What will you be doing?<ol><li>To work within the Education Inclusion Partnership Team for vulnerable children and young people as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team, to challenge and support schools across the County to ensure they are fulfilling their educational responsibilities by following statutory guidelines.</li><li>Champion the needs and aspirations of vulnerable children and young people in ensuring they receive a high-quality education enabling them to fulfil their potential and achieve economic wellbeing, by working directly with the young person, family and schools in a range of settings.</li><li>Have a good understanding of the statutory guidelines outlined by the Government in advice to parents and schools around Elective Home Education, Permanent Exclusion, CME, and Attendance. </li><li>Work with schools and settings to ensure that alternative educational provision fulfils statutory entitlements and is relevant to the needs, interests and aspirations of pupils disengaging from school and or at risk of permanent exclusion.</li><li>Work with the Education Inclusion Partnership Service Manager and Team managers to ensure that no school or setting is at risk of not fulfilling their statutory obligations in relation to the education of vulnerable children and young people. </li><li><a>Manage and prioritise an allocated caseload, </a>ensuring records are kept in line with service expectations and agreed operational policy, practice, and procedures. This includes Preparing legal documentation for presentation at Magistrates Court. </li><li>Undertake home visits to families, parents, carers independently and use personal judgement on regularity.</li><li>Support in the training, induction, mentoring and shadowing of new members of staff.</li><li>To attend multi agency meetings as and when required e.g., Team Around the Family Meetings, Assessment Meetings, and Early Help Meetings.</li><li>Have regard for the Code of Practice on the identification and assessment of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and other relevant legislation. </li></ol>About youEquivalent to “A” Level or NVQ 3Continuous Professional Development across a range of courses undertaken to inform practise.Awareness and understanding of safeguarding procedures in relation to a variety of settings.Relevant Legislation and Guidance relating to Electively Home Educated Children, Children Missing from Education, School Attendance, Exclusion and SEND.Ability to understand and interpret data in the areas of exclusion, attendance, CME and EHE to support schools, parents/carers, and professionals.Experience of working with children, young people and families within social care, education, or health settings.Experience of team working, contributing to team development, team planning and decision making.Previous experience of working in a school or working closely with schools to ensure the needs of pupils are met.Ability to write reports to a high standard that demonstrates accuracy, professionalism, and depth of knowledge.Organisational skills to manage a case load, prioritise tasks and manage a diary range of responsibilities with competing demands.Interpersonal skills to be able to mediate with schools and families, colleagues, and a range of professionals.Information Technology ability across a range of software to input data, analyse data and maintain case records.If this is a customer-facing role, spoken English fluency must be included here (refer to the guidance for managers on the English Fluency duty).Ability to demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behaviour, physical, social and welfare needs.





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Inclusion Officer  

Our BenefitsYou 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>.About the roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen within the Housing Department at West Northamptonshire Council for a full-time Business Support Officer. This role involves working closely with the teams in Housing Solutions, providing essential day-to-day administrative support.As part of the Business Support Team, you’ll be based at our Angel Square offices and play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of housing services. The position offers a varied and engaging workload, with the chance to learn and work across all systems used within the Housing Solutions team.What will you be doing?Administrative Support Deliver a full range of administrative functions - maintaining records, managing stationery, and ensure sensitive handling of issues involving vulnerable individuals. Customer and Partner Enquiries Manage service mailboxes and respond to enquiries from customers and partners, taking ownership to resolve issues effectively.Data Management Maintain and input data into various databases and spreadsheets ensure visibility and oversight of data and to support government statistical returns and performance monitoring.Complaint Monitoring Support the Service Manager in tracking complaints and responses, and allocate them to the appropriate officers.Financial Administration Use the Council’s Financial Management System (ERP Gold) to raise orders, verify invoices, and receipt goods. Obtain quotes for goods and services in line with the Council’s Procurement Policy.Information Management Maximise personal productivity, reduce duplication and errors, and manage information securely and efficiently using Office 365 and internal IT systems.About you<ul><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to understand data</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Experience using internal IT systems (e.g., Office 365, Teams, Outlook, Case management systems)</li><li>Ability to manage and prioritise a high volume of work</li><li>Understanding of data protection and confidentiality</li></ul>





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Business Support Officer

Our BenefitsYou 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>.About the roleWest Northamptonshire Council is currently seeking to appoint the Asset Records and Systems Manager into its Property Strategy and Estates team. As a key member of the Property Strategy and Estates Team, the Asset Records and Systems Manager will be responsible for the maintenance and management of the councils’ estates terrier system including (but not limited to) the preparation of AutoCAD plans for the operational and investment estate. The Asset Records and Systems Manager will also be responsible for collating and providing detailed business intelligence to the Council on all facets of property related activity to enable sound, robust and effective property solutions to be delivered.This is an exciting opportunity to join the team and support the Councils objectives of shaping an Estates function that will be an example of best practice, and one that will deliver the best outcomes for the residents of the West Northamptonshire.What will you be doing?In the role of Asset Records and Systems Manager, you will have the opportunity to work on an extremely varied and diverse property portfolio of around 1000 assets. Reporting into to the Head of Property Strategy and Estates, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and managing the Councils estates terrier system. This will include the robust recording of records on all council land and buildings including (but not limited to) acquisitions, dedications, disposals, leases, accurate recording of backlog and planned maintenance activities as well as energy performance metrics (including utility costs) As the custodian of the records, you will provide detailed and robust business intelligence reporting that is essential to the work being carried out in the Property Strategy and Estates Team and will directly contribute to the effective and efficient management of the operational and investment estates, identifying opportunities where efficiencies could be made. Through the management and maintenance of the estates mapping software, you will enable services to identify need and ensure properties are in the optimal location to best serve the residents of West Northamptonshire. You will deliver high quality professional and technical advice to internal and external clients, and stakeholders, and support the Council’s transformation and property rationalisation agendaAbout youYou’ll bring with you a wealth of experience and expertise to enable the efficient recording and management of the estates data. You will have excellent communication skills with a track record of liaising with internal customers, including colleagues within the Works and Facilities teams to deliver a holistic asset data solution and manage the delivery of a varied caseload of work within the team, often to tight timescales You will need to have: <ul><li>Ideally be educated to Degree or have equivalent experience in a relevant subject</li><li>Excellent understanding and application of data and knowledge management working at a strategic level within complex corporate systems</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of the dynamics and complexities of public sector and the Local Government environment and its impact on service provision, staff and relationships with key stakeholders.</li><li>Organisational and time management skills and ability to plan and deliver objectives within an agreed timeframe.</li><li>Proven line management and supervisory experience, including recruitment, Performance management, appraisal, and conduct.</li></ul>





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Asset Records and Systems Manager

Our BenefitsYou 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>.About the roleThis is an opportunity to join our LibraryPlus team, where you will use your customer-facing skills to deliver a wide range of services, including the provision of activities and services for communities, children and their families, within library community spaces.Dealing with a variety of enquiries and tasks to include joining new borrowers, cash handling and local history enquiries, you will ensure that each customer has a positive experience in the library.About you<ul><li>Can you provide excellent customer service to all visitors to Northamptonshire Central LibraryPlus?</li><li>Are you motivated and enthusiastic with a proactive approach?</li><li>Are you creative and excited about delivering and supporting memorable activities for children and their families?</li><li>Are you passionate about serving your local community and seeking partnerships with local organisations to benefit library customers?</li></ul>If so, you might be the person we are looking for.





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Customer Service Advisor (Northamptonshire Central Library)

Our BenefitsYou 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?<ul><li>Identifying individuals at risk of homelessness and managing a caseload to provide tailored support.</li><li>Offering advice and guidance on housing options, income maximisation, and financial support.</li><li>Building trusted relationships with clients to empower them to sustain their accommodation.</li><li>Collaborating with internal teams and external partners including social care, public health, and voluntary organisations.</li><li>Supporting clients with employability, training, and education opportunities.</li><li>Conducting home visits and maintaining accurate case records.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>A compassionate communicator who can adapt to different audiences and build rapport.</li><li>Have a strong knowledge of housing legislation, benefits systems, and local support services.</li><li>Experienced in working with vulnerable individuals, including those with complex needs.</li><li>Have the ability to manage a varied caseload and work independently.</li><li>Proficient in Office 365 and willing to learn new systems.</li><li>A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.</li></ul>





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Early Intervention & Prevention Officer

Our BenefitsYou 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>.About the roleThis is an exciting time to join the Sustainability Team and help deliver the Sustainable West Northants Project – an ambitious approach to protecting and improving the local environment, economy and society for future generations. Spearheaded by West Northamptonshire Council and partners across the area, the project aims to ensure everyone is working towards the same objectives and targets to deliver a sustainable future. To ensure delivery of this key project we are seeking to recruit a passionate and knowledgeable project officer, who will work alongside existing members of the Sustainability team to help us deliver our vision of a Sustainable West Northamptonshire. What will you be doing?You will take responsibility for delivery of a range of sustainability projects which will contribute towards the Council's wider sustainability ambitions. Additionally, you will deliver comprehensive and effective project support within the Place, Economy and Environment Directorate as necessary.This will include producing reports, strategy and policy documents at the request of the project team, specifically within the Place, Economy and Environment Directorate, to an exceptionally high standard.About youAbout you Passionate about the environment and sustainability you will enjoy working within a team environment whilst also being confident to work alone when needed. Ideally you will have experience and knowledge of sustainability, its application within an organisational setting and be able to take responsibility for delivery of project objectives. You will be confident producing reports, strategy and policy documents to a high standard and ensure they are suitable for the target audience. You’ll use your attention to detail to undertake research and analyse the data to help inform and support delivery of the Project. You will need • A sound understanding or experience of sustainability • Ability to work independently, using own initiative • Ability to prioritise and work efficiently • To enjoy the challenge of contributing to and helping deliver innovative projects • Excellent attention to detail and computer skills • Experience of data analysis and producing reports • Experience of project management • Great communication skills • Excellent customer service skills to ensure our colleagues and partners have a positive experience 





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Sustainability Projects Officer

Our BenefitsYou 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>.About the roleThe Revenues and Benefits Administration Officer at West Northamptonshire Council provides essential administrative support across the Revenues and Benefits team. The role involves managing emails, indexing documents, raising orders and supporting financial systems like ERP. It contributes to the smooth operation of services including Council Tax, Business Rates and Benefits. The position is part-flexible, allowing remote work up to three days a week. It requires strong organisational, IT, and communication skills, and aligns with WNC’s THRIVE values. What will you be doing?In this role, you’ll handle day-to-day admin tasks such as indexing emails, scanning documents, and capturing benefit claims. You’ll use systems like ERP to raise purchase orders and invoices, and support projects with data collation and mail merges. You’ll ensure accurate data entry to meet performance indicators and maintain stationery supplies. You’ll work independently, using Office 365 tools to manage information securely and efficiently. Your work will help streamline operations across Council Tax, Benefits, and Business Rates, making a real impact on residents’ lives.About youYou will be a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with strong administrative experience and a proactive approach to supporting team operations. You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and are confident using Microsoft Office and digital systems to manage data efficiently. You will bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.





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Revenues and Benefits Administration Officer

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 the roleAre you looking for a new challenge?The Licensing Administration Team are looking for a proactive and organised individuals to join us as a Licensing Administration Service Support Officer. In this important role, you will provide administrative and operational support for the delivery of licensing services including alcohol and entertainment licence applications and consultations, street trading, animal welfare, charitable collections and cosmetic procedures applications processing.Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be required to attend an interview and complete a short task.The position will be a hybrid of office and remote working.For informal enquiries, please contact Karen Wills (Licensing Administration Team Leader) via email at <a href="mailto:karen.wills@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">karen.wills@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> (Monday to Thursday only).What will you be doing?The Licensing Administration Services Support Officer works within regulatory frameworks to provide timely and accurate advice and guidance to applicants, licence holders and to the wider public. You'll have an eye for detail and the ability to understand and apply the regulatory frameworks in which the team operates. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, you'll also process applications and input supporting information on the team's licensing database (Uniform). Working with colleagues across the wider licensing and environmental health teams, you'll also liaise with statutory authorities, town and parish councils and other stakeholders involved in licensing to deliver high-quality services which impact on our local communities. Please refer to the attached job description for full details of job responsibilities.About youSuccessful applicants will have excellent communication skills and be detailed orientated and comfortable working within a regulatory framework of rules and procedures. You'll be able to evidence you have worked as an effective team member and can provide excellent customer service.Please refer to the attached person specification for full details of the essential and desirable qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities for this role.





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Licensing Administration Service Support Officer 

Our BenefitsYou 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>.About the roleBased: TowcesterWest 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. What will you be doing?We are looking for passionate and accomplished Social Workers to join our dedicated and supportive teams in West Northamptonshire. Within:Community Hub teams: based across Northamptonshire. Our community teams have a very varied role and support a wide range of adults from 18 plus, with a variety of needs. We also have our rural community teams.Your role will involve triaging safeguarding referrals for people living in their own home, ensuring a decision is made quickly to get the person onto an appropriate pathway for support. You will be responsible for making contact with people to fact find for the safeguarding enquiry or to provide advice and guidance on local services. You will work closely with our partner agencies to improve the safeguarding process going forward and improve the experience for our community.Click the link to hear from employees in our Social Work teams about what they do, and what the love about their roles at West Northants Council: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-adult-social-work-teams" target="_blank">Our Adult Social Work teams | West Northamptonshire Council (westnorthants.gov.uk)</a>.If you would like to know more about current vacancies before formally applying, please email <a href="mailto:Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> who will be happy to arrange an informal and confidential call.Hours: Our standard hours are 9am-5pm, however there is the option for flexible working, and part time hours are available for some roles so please do ask!A car owner, is required. About youIf 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. 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. 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. Career development and training opportunities 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. 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). 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.





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Qualified Social Worker - Adults 

Our BenefitsYou 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>.About the roleBased: DaventryWest 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. What will you be doing?We are looking for passionate and accomplished Social Workers to join our dedicated and supportive teams in West Northamptonshire. Within:Community Hub teams: based across Northamptonshire. Our community teams have a very varied role and support a wide range of adults from 18 plus, with a variety of needs. We also have our rural community teams.Your role will involve triaging safeguarding referrals for people living in their own home, ensuring a decision is made quickly to get the person onto an appropriate pathway for support. You will be responsible for making contact with people to fact find for the safeguarding enquiry or to provide advice and guidance on local services. You will work closely with our partner agencies to improve the safeguarding process going forward and improve the experience for our community.Click the link to hear from employees in our Social Work teams about what they do, and what the love about their roles at West Northants Council: <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-adult-social-work-teams" target="_blank">Our Adult Social Work teams | West Northamptonshire Council (westnorthants.gov.uk)</a>.If you would like to know more about current vacancies before formally applying, please email <a href="mailto:Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Gina.Braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> who will be happy to arrange an informal and confidential call.Hours: Our standard hours are 9am-5pm, however there is the option for flexible working, and part time hours are available for some roles so please do ask!A car owner, is required. About youIf 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. 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. 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. Career development and training opportunities 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. 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). 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.





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Qualified Social Worker - Adults

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 the roleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a person to join our team at North Northamptonshire Council . If you love working outdoors and are willing to learn a range of skills, this could be an excellent opportunity for you, apply now and become a valued member of the Grounds Arboriculture Services Team.The successful applicants MUST HAVE A FULL UK Driving Licence and be able to drive a company van to and from different locations within NNC. Applicants must also have previous experience in all aspects of Arb works, possess NPTC competencies CS30,31,32,36,38,39,40,41, the ability to work at height and operate machinery safely.The role is currently based out of the Kettering depot however the role may be deployed across the area of operations in Kettering, Wellingborough or Corby and the successful applicant may need to work out of any of these areas as a primary base.What will you be doing?Duties will includeTree worksClimbingOperating MachineryDigging with hand tools Strimming/Grass Cutting/Shovelling soil Manual Labour / Ground worksLitter pickingWeed sprayingDrivingUsing hand tools Planting treesAbout youCandidates will require previous Arb experienceWe operate in all weathers (rain or shine!) so you must be happy to work outdoors · This role can be physically demanding and will include lifting and carrying heavy equipment · Good communication skills as you will be liaising with our customers as well as internal members of staff and members of the public · You should have an interest in grounds maintenance or a willingness to learn new things · You should be willing to try your hand at other jobs within the service, as some flexibility would be desirableFULL UK DRIVING LICENCE REQUIRED





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Arborist 

Our BenefitsWe are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do.We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including:<ul><li>SWE Registration paid yearly (social care colleagues)</li><li>28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years</li><li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li><li>Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.</li><li>Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li><li>Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits</li><li>A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions</li><li>Extensive Learning &amp; Development and career development opportunities</li><li>Subsidised town centre car parking scheme</li></ul>About the roleYour Social Work Journey Starts Here! Join Northamptonshire Children’s Trust as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW)Are you ready to make a real difference in children’s lives—and have some fun while you’re at it? At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, we’re not just offering you a job… we’re offering you a vibrant career with purpose, passion, and people who get it.Why Choose Us? Because we know the first steps in your social work journey are the most important. That’s why we’ve built a brilliant ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment) programme, designed to support, inspire, and empower you every step of the way.Here’s what’s waiting for you:<ul><li>A structured and supportive ASYE programme</li><li>Mentoring from experienced and friendly practitioners</li><li>A team that celebrates successes and lifts each other up</li><li>A workplace culture that values YOU—your ideas, your voice, your well-being</li><li>Ongoing training, CPD, and career development opportunities</li><li>A Relationship Practice Approach</li><li>NCT Values at the heart of the work we do with children, young people and families</li></ul>We know social work can be tough—but it’s also deeply rewarding, and with the right team behind you, it can even be joyful.For further information or an informal chat please email <a href="mailto:Sarah.Parker@NCTrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Sarah.Parker@NCTrust.co.uk</a>What will you be doing?We recognise the importance of supporting our newly qualified staff. That’s why all NQSWs will undertake the Assessed and Supported Year of Employment (ASYE). This structured program will help you transition into your role, providing mentorship, training, and opportunities to build your expertise.Main duties to include::<ul><li>Manage a caseload of children and young people requiring social work support, including children in need and children looked after.</li><li>Work alongside experienced social workers on complex casework to develop your skills and confidence.</li><li>Conduct assessments, visit children and their families, and carry out direct work to support their needs.</li><li>Develop and review care plans, ensuring all interventions prioritise the best interests of children and young people.</li></ul>Be the Change. Be the Support. Be the Spark Whether you’re passionate about safeguarding, children with lived experiences, family support, or empowering young people Northamptonshire Children’s Trust is where you can grow your skills, find your rhythm, and truly thrive.Apply now and let’s shape the future, together.About youWe’re building a workforce that makes a real difference. To join our ASYE programme as an NQSW, you must be:<ul><li>Degree-qualified in Social Work (undergraduate or postgraduate)</li><li>Either in your final year of study, awaiting your final results or recently qualified (Not worked as social worker before)</li><li>Passionate about improving the lives of children and families</li><li>Able to work under pressure with strong organisational skills</li><li>You have or are in the process of obtaining your Social Work England registration</li><li>Able to drive and have access to a vehicle or actively learning do so</li><li>Have the right to work in the UK – please note, we do not currently offer visa sponsorship for this role</li></ul>This post is covered by the statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for the role.Enhanced DBS clearance and SW England required. Some posts in MASH and First Response (s47) teams are based in the Criminal Justice Centre (CJC) and are therefore subject to annual vetting by Northamptonshire Police. This clearance is required to undertake the role. Important dates:Advertising from: 28/7/25Start date:12/1/26 





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Newly Qualified Social Workers (ASYE) - Social Work Academy    

Our BenefitsWe value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage…<ul><li>A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family</li><li>Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through our salary sacrifice scheme</li><li>Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances</li><li>Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings</li><li>Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches to support your personal and professional growth</li><li>Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day</li><li>Access to Peer Support Groups through our IDEAL staff equality, diversity and inclusion network</li><li>Opportunities to nominate and receive Employee Recognition Awards</li><li>An Our Cambs Rewards account, giving you access to in-store and online discounts as well as our Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes</li></ul>Take a look at our Employment Benefits Brochure attached to this advert to find out more.About the roleThis post is for 32 hours per week, 9am to 3pm, Monday to Wednesday and 9am to 4pm Thursday and Friday. This contract is for all year round, fixed term until 31 March 2026. NJC Grade 1 – £12.65 per hourAre you who we are looking for to join our team of childcare professionals at Oasis Nursery, Oasis Community Centre, Wisbech? We are busier than ever and looking to expand our team. What will you be doing?You'll play a key role in working as part of our nursery team. You will predominately be offering support to children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) or other identified requirements, as well as helping to deliver our curriculum to all children. You will be implementing the children’s individual development plans to help them achieve their full potential and offer engaging and purposeful experiences that are appropriate to the children’s age and stage of development.You will ensure that children’s well-being and safety is always at the forefront. You will be an important member of the team, ensuring that the nursery is compliant with the Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Requirements and Cambridgeshire County Council policies and procedures. About you We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual who will work closely with the rest of the team and give children the best experiences while they are in the nursery. You will have a flexible approach to adapt to the dynamic needs of the nursery. You will be willing to undertake necessary training, including Child Protection and Paediatric First Aid.Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Laura Hunt on <a href="mailto:laura.hunt@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">laura.hunt@cambridgeshire.gov.uk</a><a href="mailto:laura.hunt@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank"></a> or Susan Sykes on <a href="mailto:susan.sykes@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">susan.sykes@cambridgeshire.gov.uk</a> 





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Childcare Practitioner

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 the roleThis role will work as part of the Digital team to develop, manage, and support web systems and applications within North Northamptonshire Council, ensuring high-quality digital solutions that meet user needs and align with strategic objectives.<h4>Principal responsibilities</h4><ul><li>Lead and manage web development projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the set objectives.</li><li>Design, develop, and maintain the corporate website, and other online platforms.</li><li>Collaborate with service owners, content designers, and user experience teams to guide web development.</li><li>Identify and resolve issues with existing web services promptly.</li><li>Work in a flexible and agile manner to ensure continuous improvement in development processes.</li><li>Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices in web development.</li><li>Provide technical advice and support to stakeholders across the organisation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate processes and standards in all web development activities.</li></ul>What will you be doing?<ul><li>Maintain and support the corporate website to ensure it is robust, secure, compliant and delivers effective and intuitive experiences for users.</li><li>Continue to develop the design and functionality of the corporate website and other online services using Storybook, Next.js, GraphQL, PHP, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and other development frameworks.</li><li>Create and manage front-end user interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks such as React.</li><li>Work flexibly on a range of projects, balancing new development and support activities.</li><li>Manage tools and platforms such as Platform.sh and Cloudflare for efficient development processes.</li><li>Advise on solutions and opportunities to further enhance systems and tools, and improve performance and efficiency in delivery.</li><li>Work collaboratively with part of a small development team alongside colleagues from across the organisation.</li><li>Demonstrate commitment towards the delivery of the Council’s vision, key commitments, values, and behaviours.</li><li>Ensure corporate processes are followed and implemented for all areas of the post-holder's work and responsibility.</li><li>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.</li></ul>We anticipate that interviews will take place on the week commencing 13 October 2025.If you would like any further information or to discuss the role please contact David West, Head of Digital, at <a href="mailto:david.west@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">david.west@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> 





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