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This is a great chance to gain the Leisure Team Member Level 2 Apprenticeship whilst working for the Sport and Leisure team that provide manage the leisure centres on behalf of the council</p><p><strong>As part of this role you can expect to undertake the following tasks:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Routine cleaning and maintenance</li>\n<li>Lifeguard duties</li>\n<li>Assist with swimming lessons</li>\n<li>Assist with gym inductions and fitness sessions.</li>\n<li>Support sports activity sessions.</li>\n</ul><p>Ideally you will have good communication and interpersonal skills, combined with competent IT skills, accurate data entry along with a good attention to detail. However we are happy to support you to reach those goals if you are highly motivated and have the desire to learn and succeed.</p><p>If this sounds like the role for you, then we would encourage you to apply today.</p><p>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile. </p><p>As an Apprentice with Medway Council, you will be a valued member of our Apprenticeship Academy. We will encourage and support you to realise your potential. You will have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in their field and gain insights that can only come from real world experience</p><p>We will support you every step of the way for you to succeed in your apprenticeship and help you to become the best version of yourself.</p><p>An openness to review and reflect on your performance and progress is important as well as the willingness to accept feedback that will help you to develop and grow in this role.</p><p>Medway Council’s Apprenticeship Academy extends to all our Apprentices a guarantee that their apprenticeship qualifications will be regularly monitored and quality assured with the respective training providers.  </p><p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p><ul>\n<li>23 days paid annual leave</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension </li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Free NUS Apprentice Extra Card- student discounts at 100’s of retailers</li>\n<li>Student rates for Medway Council Leisure Centres</li>\n<li>Student rates for Medway Council Libraries plus free e-books</li>\n<li>Discounted Arriva bus travel</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Important Information</strong></p><p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager call Tina Spry on 01634 338764.</em></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. </p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. </p><p>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Level 2 - £279.35 per week","publishDate":"2025-04-29T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-16T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e07c58d7-b402-43bd-bc14-6cc03be9df29.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"13a7da24-edbb-4251-a1c9-05c050397a15","title":"Senior Animal Control Officer","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Deangate Ridge, Dux Court Road, Hoo, Rochester, ME3 8RZ","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Are you looking for a new challenge in an environment where no two days are the same?</p><p>We are seeking an enthusiastic, confident, flexible and self-motivated individual to join our extremely busy Animal, Noise & Nuisance Team. 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It is essential you are experienced and confident in handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments and have previously been in an investigative role.  You must have a ‘can do’ work attitude, be self-motivated and willing to get involved in different work streams and take initiative. You will be expected to take responsibility for a varied caseload and be committed to team working.</p><p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Rochelle Roberts on 01634 333196</em></p><p>Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C.  There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.  </p><p>When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached. </p><p>The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:  Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.  </p><p>Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.  </p><p>Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience. </p><p><strong>Wording for open recruitment (against any level in the CPF): </strong></p><p>[Team name] are seeking to appoint a [job title].  You can demonstrate knowledge, experience and skills to allow you to perform within this role.  You will identify, through application, how you meet the elements detailed within the person specification, at either Level A, B or C.   You will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs. </p><p><strong>Level specific wording for targeted recruitment: </strong></p><p>Level A </p><p>[Team name] are seeking a [job title] to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.  </p><p>Level B </p><p>[Team name] are seeking a [job title] to join the team at level B. 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All elements within the person specification are essential.  You will be supported through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation, which can include identifying and supporting the achievement of professional goals.  </p><p><strong>Important Information-</strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p><p><strong>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.</strong></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.</p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.</p><p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 4 - £31,283 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-29T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-21T22:55:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a0f59173-55e1-469a-a16d-d86f68441ff7.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"058d44c2-cb00-4a23-8b0c-0a486fe41f55","title":"Place Making Officer","employer":"Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"The Glass Works, Barnsley","locationType":2,"description":"<p>The Place Making Officer is a key operational role within the Programme and Place team at Barnsley Council.</p>\n<p>You will be part of a team that will run traditional and specialist markets in the Principal Towns, coordinating promotional events and commercial activity in Barnsley Town Centre and Principal Towns, and monitoring and enforcing borough-wide street trading.</p>\n<p>This role will work closely with independent traders and support them to start, grow, and establish their businesses in urban centres across the borough, contributing to the vitality and vibrancy of Barnsley Town Centre and the high streets in the Principal Towns.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n<li>You will contribute to economic growth in the borough’s urban centres through active place making, which includes Barnsley Town Centre and high streets in the borough’s Principal Towns (Cudworth, Goldthorpe, Hoyland, Penistone, Royston, and Wombwell).</li>\n<li>You will undertake operational management of outdoor markets and events in the Principal Towns; 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We have been awarded Council of the Year for 2023 by the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) and The Municipal Journal (MJ). Our excellent Children's Services has been a key part of our win; we’re so proud of what we’ve achieved not just for the council but for our partners and Barnsley. We believe in working collaboratively with our families and are excited about becoming a signs of safety local authority. When you join us, you can come on this exciting journey with us and have access to a full suite of development and training opportunities.</p>\n<p>We’re impressed. Are you? It’s the perfect time to join our excellent team.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://youtu.be/nUcdplaW63k\">Barnsley 2030</a></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong>About the Post:</strong></p>\n<p>Like all of us here at Barnsley Council, you care about families. You’ll relish this opportunity to play a key part in ensuring that effective integrated services are provided to families and children across the 0-25 years age range, offering targeted support as part of the team around the family, working holistically to achieve positive outcomes. .</p>\n<p>Creativity, ambition and a focus on people. That’s what matters at Barnsley Council. Our award-winning council is on an exciting journey of change. It’s all about putting local people at the heart of everything, listening to and doing good for our communities. We’re now more innovative, more efficient and provide better value for money. The changes are clear to see - from new businesses and jobs, to improving school results and to investment and development of our Town Centre and surrounding areas.</p>\n<p><strong>Your role in our journey</strong></p>\n<p>As a Targeted Early Help Support Practitioner you will use your excellent assessment and communication skills to provide planned and purposeful interventions as part of a holistic team, working together to improve life changes for all family members.  You will use tailored, evidence-based interventions to meet the diverse of needs of individuals; ensuring that families are supported in improving their life chances. 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You will also lead on our access offer, ensuring our venues are as inclusive and accessible as they can be. Every day, you’ll make a difference, in line with our strategic vision for the Museums. It’s all about making sure the museums reach the high standards our communities deserve to enjoy. <em> </em></p>\n<p><strong>A lot to look forward to</strong></p>\n<p>Here at Barnsley, we live and work by four important values: honesty, teamwork, excellent service, and taking pride in what we do. As part of our team, you can be sure we’ll do all we can to support you in being truly excellent. We prioritize learning and enabling you to achieve your potential. So we’ve created a development process that lets you grow in the way that suits you - whether that’s training to be a leader, or learning flexibly online. That’s one of the reasons why we achieved IIP Gold, and why you’ll find your career here inspiring and rewarding.</p>\n<p>Barnsley Museums believes everyone deserves access to museums and culture. We are committed to giving everyone the ability to enjoy our museums, green spaces, collections, online media, and events by removing barriers, fostering good relations between different people and advancing equality of opportunity. You can find out more about our access vision and work on our website - <a href=\"https://www.barnsley-museums.com/accessibility\">https://www.barnsley-museums.com/accessibility</a> </p>\n<p><strong>Shape a better future with us</strong></p>\n<p>We’d like you to be part of our success and help us take change further. Join us on our journey to a brighter future. By working together, with each other and with our communities, we can take pride in improving lives. 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We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>There’s so much happening in our thriving borough, and now’s the perfect time to join our excellent Regeneration and Culture team as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>We’re an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.</strong></li>\n<li><strong>Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people’s lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.</strong></li>\n<li><strong>If you join the team you’ll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. 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We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. 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The team works with people over the age of 18 in the community. The majority of the work in the team is to complete Care Act Assessments incorporating the Mental Capacity Act, DOLS and court work, along with supporting with Continuing Health Care Assessments. 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We prioritise learning and enabling you to achieve your potential, which is why we’ve created a development process that lets you grow in the way that suits you best. </p>\n<p><strong>Apply</strong> </p>\n<p>Apply now to achieve your ambitions while shaping a bright future for our communities. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45,718 - £48,710","publishDate":"2025-04-24T23:01:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-09T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ad8929e4-06ce-488d-b104-06d40bb62272.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"de0ee18b-5922-491e-9802-4b682659a1ec","title":"Business Support Officer","employer":"Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council","department":"","location":"South Yorkshire, The Glass Works, Barnsley","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people’s lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>We’re an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. 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All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change. </p>\n<p><strong>Our organisation: </strong></p>\n<p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p>\n<p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p>\n<p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p>\n<p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.</p>\n<p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Lee Deacon on </em><a href=\"mailto:lee.deacon@medway.gov.uk\">lee.deacon@medway.gov.uk</a><em>.</em></p>\n<p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p>\n<p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p>\n<h4>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</h4>\n<p>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. 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We boast a town of modern regeneration and welcome our employees to embrace ‘Barnsley as their office</span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14770339 BCX0\">’.</span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14770339 BCX0\"> Our location is central to nearby cities such as Sheffield and Leeds; our town centre is </span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14770339 BCX0\">located</span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14770339 BCX0\"> just minutes away from the M1 and beyond the M62. We offer low-cost parking and accessible networks of public transport.</span></span><span class=\"EOP SCXW14770339 BCX0\"> </span></p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph SCXW14770339 BCX0\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW14770339 BCX0\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14770339 BCX0\">An exciting opportunity </span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW14770339 BCX0\">has arisen in Regulatory Services. 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Our Pottery studio is well established and professionally equipped with 3 kilns and equipment to support hand building, sculpture and throwing.<br><br>We are initially looking for a tutor to cover classes and the successful applicant would need to be available to deliver evening classes.<br><br>We would also welcome interest from those able to teach adults with special needs and also from those  who have the ability to teach other subjects from our creative and culture offer.<br><br><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker</li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - <a href=\"https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/\">https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</a>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our <a href=\"https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200387/council_plan\">Council Plan</a> priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.<br><br><strong>Our organisation:<br><br></strong>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.<br><br>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.<br><br>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/schoolsandeducation.aspx\">education</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/binsrubbishandrecycling.aspx\">environment</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/carehealthandsupport.aspx\">social care</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/housing.aspx\">housing</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/planningandbuilding.aspx\">planning</a>, <a href=\"http://www.medway.gov.uk/businessandinvestment.aspx\">business</a> and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.<br><br>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in.<br><br><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Carolyne Pilcher on 01634 338436.</em><em><br><br></em><strong>Important Information- <br><br></strong><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile<br><br>Equal Opportunities Commitment Statement</strong><br><br>Medway Council is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All appropriately qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, family commitments, sexual orientation, age, HIV status, religious or political beliefs, social class or trade union activity or irrelevant spent conviction.<br><br><strong>For further information please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p>\n<p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.  All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.<br><br>Please visit <a href=\"http://www.mindfulemployer.net/\">http://www.mindfulemployer.net/</a> for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.<br><br><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26.03- £32.57 per hour","publishDate":"2025-04-16T10:49:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-31T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f18932bc-06db-4e10-9017-9262c9c4fd94.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5f20ebe1-d65f-4a28-8b7f-31c4d2afc687","title":"Parks Development Officer","employer":"Chesterfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"Chesterfield","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Reference:</strong> CBC25025<br><strong>Salary details: </strong>£31,067 to £33,366 per year<br><strong>Job term:</strong> fixed term for 12 months<br><strong>Appointment type:</strong> full time<br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37 hours per week<br><strong>Location:</strong> Stonegravels Depot, Chesterfield<br><strong>Department: </strong>Environmental Services </p>\n<p><a title=\"(Parks Development Officer Job Description And Person Specification (opens in new window)):\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/media/pvrl4pzb/parks-development-officer-job-description-and-person-specification.pdf\"><strong>CBC25025 - Job description and person specification.</strong></a></p>\n<p>If you would like an accessible version of a job description then please <a title=\"Contact Human Resources\" href=\"https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/jobs-training-skills-and-apprenticeships/looking-for-employment/jobs-at-chesterfield-borough-council/contact-human-resources/\">contact the Human Resources team</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.</strong></p>\n<p>We are currently looking for the perfect candidate to join our service for a fixed 12-month period as a parks development officer. </p>\n<p>The role will coordinate and deliver sports, recreation and community events across the borough’s parks and greenspaces. Our ideal candidate will have a background in community or sports engagement and a passion for well managed parks and open spaces. </p>\n<p>You will be required to work some weekend and bank holidays, so flexibility is essential. You will need to be a proactive and positive person who can be helpful and friendly to our local community and who will contribute to the commercial activities we undertake. You will have a positive influence on the reputation of the service. </p>\n<p>The role will involve driving council vehicles so a full driving licence in essential. </p>\n<p>For further information on the post please contact Gary McCarthy, principal parks delivery officer, at <a title=\"Email Gary McCarthy\" href=\"mailto:gary.mccarthy@chesterfield.gov.uk\">gary.mccarthy@chesterfield.gov.uk </a>or for further information on this post please view the job description and person specification attached.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,067 to £33,366 per year","publishDate":"2025-04-16T09:30:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4fb51578-519b-4922-909b-ab3c7309b4d2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8f3eb62c-b1f9-43f3-a484-c6266796261e","title":"Revenues and Benefits Officer","employer":"Chesterfield Borough Council","department":"","location":"Chesterfield","locationType":2,"description":"<p><strong>Reference:</strong> CBC25023<br><strong>Salary details: </strong>the 2 posts are on a<strong> </strong>career grade scheme (Starting grade is 4 then progression to 5 and 6):<br>grade 4 starting salary: £24,790 to £25,584 per year <br>progression (grades 5 to 6): £25,992 up to £30,559 per year<br><strong>Job term:</strong> permanent<br><strong>Appointment type:</strong> full time <br><strong>Hours:</strong> x2 posts at 37 hours per week <br><strong>Location:</strong> Town Hall / Hybrid<br><strong>Department: Post 1:  </strong>Business Rates/credit income team / <strong>Post 2:</strong>  Council Tax/rents team</p>\n<p><strong>Join our team as Revenues and Benefits Officers! </strong></p>\n<p>Are you ready for a dynamic role where every day brings new challenges? </p>\n<p>Our full-time (37-hours per week), permanent positions offer stability and growth opportunities in the heart of Chesterfield Town Centre. </p>\n<p>We're seeking individuals experienced in Council Tax billing and recovery, rent billing and collection, or Business Rates billing and recovery. </p>\n<ul>\n<li>don’t worry if you lack service-specific experience; we welcome candidates who can meet our person specifications</li>\n<li>in this role you'll be at the forefront of our service reshape, embracing a more versatile approach</li>\n<li>your responsibilities include processing changes in customer accounts, awarding discounts and exemptions, for either Council Tax or Business Rates</li>\n<li>you'll play a vital role in collecting Council Tax, Business Rates, housing rent, commercial rent and sundry debt income and arrears owed to the council</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>What are we looking for? </strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>a proactive team player with a 'can-do' attitude, eager to learn and adapt to evolving demands</li>\n<li>local government experience is advantageous, but isn't not mandatory</li>\n<li>excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with strong numeracy skills, are essential</li>\n<li>you'll handle sensitive matters with empathy and professionalism, ensuring customers feel respected and understood</li>\n<li> a<span class=\"fontstyle0\"> satisfactory DBS certificate will be required.</span> </li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Tech-savvy?</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>fantastic! 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Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>How to apply</strong></p>\n<p>Interested candidates should initially apply with their CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role. Please send it to <a title=\"Email the human resources team\" href=\"mailto:hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk\">hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk</a> no later than the closing date shown below.</p>\n<p>If you don't already have a CV you can use our template below. 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