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We Are St Helens Borough Council
Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a transformational Council which is passionate and ambitious for the communities we support. We provide a wide range of local authority services to the residents, businesses, schools, and visitors to the borough. We can only do this because of our highly valued, highly skilled workforce.
Working together, our workplace vision and values guide our organisation, and the contribution of our workforce is key to our culture journey. Employees with us receive a wide range of benefits including well-being in work, financial benefits, ways of working and learning and development support. Opportunities to join our Futures team, working for our Care Experienced young people don’t come around very often, such is the stability and commitment in the team.
The Futures team have been graded OUTSTANDING by Ofsted, who describe our personal advisors as “ Passionate and highly committedpatient and tenaciousoften go over and beyond expectations”.
We have loads of ideas for our next steps, co designing with our young people. So, this is an ideal time to join our team. If you have the dedication and determination needed and share our aspirations for young people, please let us know and apply to join us.
Interested to Find Out More? You can review our full job description details, and person specification information here. You are also welcome to contact us for a chat before applying by emailing us at, <a href="mailto:adamsmeltzer@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">adamsmeltzer@sthelens.gov.uk</a> <a href="mailto:dominictumelty@sthelens.gov.uk" target="_blank">dominictumelty@sthelens.gov.uk</a>
This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure
Interviews will be held on 31/07/2025
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.
Thank you for your interest in working for us.


St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process. Equality &amp; Diversity St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.
 St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident Leader lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.

Personal Advisor

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To apply online: ribblevalley.gov.uk/jobs Other ways to apply: For a paper application pack, send your contact details and vacancy reference number to <a href="mailto:HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk</a> or call 01200 414596 (24-hour answerphone)



HGV &amp; Municipal Vehicle Technician Salthill Depot - Clitheroe
Reference: COM930 Pay: Scale 5 (scp 16-19) £29,572 to £31,067 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week
This post assists the Senior HGV and Municipal Vehicle Technician in ensuring that the Council’s vehicle fleet is maintained to a high standard. The maintenance is undertaken in the Council’s vehicle workshop on the Salthill Industrial Estate, Clitheroe.
In order to fully undertake the role of the HGV and Municipal Vehicle Technician you will have a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience. &nbsp;An LGV category C driving licence is an essential requirement, as is a National Craft Certificate in HGV maintenance (or equivalent). &nbsp;A FLT driving licence would also be advantageous.
Whilst the working week is 37 hours from Monday to Friday, it is applied with the flexibility to ensure that vehicles are available for use as necessitated by the service.
Join us to receive a host of benefits such as favourable working hours, generous leave entitlement plus pay enhancements for Bank Holidays and time off in lieu for Bank Holidays worked, occupational pension scheme and training/development opportunities.
Closing date: Thursday 24th July 2025 Interview date: Tuesday 5th August 2025
Reasonable adjustments: For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form. Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
To apply online: ribblevalley.gov.uk/jobs Other ways to apply: For a paper application pack, send your contact details and vacancy reference number to <a href="mailto:HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk</a> or call 01200 414596 (24-hour answerphone)

HGV & Municipal Vehicle Technician

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Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.



We have an excellent opportunity available for a Procurement and Contracts Manager to join our Procurement and Contracts Team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As the Procurement and Contracts Manager, you will lead and manage procurement and contract activity across the organisation. This is a key role that ensures effective provision of professional services that meet customer needs.
This role will contribute to the strategy, performance, quality control and the financial planning for specialist areas, whilst working collaboratively with key stakeholders, members and colleagues across the organisation.
Help us deliver high impact, cost-effective services to our community!&nbsp;
Benefits
Not only if this a fantastic time to join our team, but you will receive a host of incredible benefits including:
⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days (rising to 36 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
⭐ An excellent local government pension scheme
⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
⭐ Salary sacrifice car &amp; cycle to work schemes
⭐ A range of local &amp; lifestyle discounts
⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
⭐ And much more!
Key responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Provide functional and/or operational leadership for senior procurement specialists ensuring the provision of professional services that meet customer needs.</li>
<li>Acting as member of corporate project teams - providing specialist advice and input</li>
<li>Contributing to strategy, performance and quality control, and service and financial planning for specialist area(s)</li>
<li>Working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation, Members and managing key relationships e.g. with members, partners, other stakeholders</li>
<li>Promotion of best practice in procurement and contract management across all services in the Council through issuance of guidance and training as required.</li>
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Skills, qualifications and experience&nbsp;
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<li>Experience and excellent understanding of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023</li>
<li>Experience in public sector procurement and local government procurement categories</li>
<li>Experience if managing staff and high performing teams</li>
<li>Relevant professional qualifications such as Chartered Institute of Procurement and supply or a recognised business qualification</li>
<li>Strong IT skills specifically in PowerPoint and Excel</li>
<li>Experience of using e-procurement software</li>
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For more information, please contact Clare Priest, Head of Procurement and Contracts , <a href="mailto:clare.priest@wokingham.gov.uk" target="_blank">clare.priest@wokingham.gov.uk</a>.
Alternatively, click the link below and apply today!
Closing date: 10th August 2025, 11pm
Interviews: TBC
Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.
Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.&nbsp;

Wokingham Borough Council

Procurement and Contracts Manager

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Vice Chair – Audit and Ethics Committee

£1,622 per year Special Allowance
Fixed Term – 4 years
Approximately 4–6 meetings per year

Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make&nbsp;it&nbsp;thrive

About the role 
Rugby Borough Council are seeking a committed and community-minded individual to serve as Vice Chair of the Audit and Ethics Committee. This is an attractive role for someone who is passionate about good governance, transparency, and ethical leadership.
As Vice Chair, you will support the Chair in overseeing the Council’s audit processes, risk management, and ethical standards. You will play a key role in ensuring accountability and integrity in public service. The role is a fixed term for a period of 4 years.
There will be the requirement to attend approximately 4–6 meetings per year alongside preparation time for reviewing reports and documentation
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in leading committee meetings and setting agendas
Review internal and external audit reports
Promote high standards of conduct among elected members
Provide independent oversight of governance and risk frameworks
About you
You will need to have experience in audit, finance, governance, or ethics with strong analytical and communication skills. You’ll be able to demonstrate a commitment to public service and impartiality and the ability to work collaboratively with Councillors and Officers.

Vice Chair – Audit and Ethics Committee

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Customer Service Advisor
£25,183 - £27,269 Pay award pending
Full Time – 37 hours a week
Rugby Borough Council is dedicated to both Community and Colleague growth. With a focus on wellbeing and personal development, we offer a range of career opportunities where you can take pride in the positive changes you help create. Join an organisation committed to the success of one of the Country’s fastest-growing boroughs and the people who make it thrive.
About the role 
You will be working as part of a team of Customer Service Advisors, responding to requests for information about a range of enquiries and services about refuse and recycling, council tax, housing tenancies and repairs, environmental issues, the electoral roll, licensing, parking, community safety to name a few.
You will also be helping customers to access and pay for services face to face, via the telephone and email customer channels.&nbsp; Agile working will be considered when fully trained.
About you 

If you have experience of working in a busy customer service environment and are computer literate, then we would like to hear from you.
Experience of using customer service centre technology, such as multi-function telephony systems and Customer Contact Management systems would be advantageous, although not essential as full training will be provided.
You will need to be good at communicating with customers, primarily over the telephone but also through other channels such as email and face to face and be able to deal with their enquiries efficiently.
You will need to be capable of developing your own knowledge of all services provided by the council, using established and continually updated procedure documents and will need to have a ‘Customer First’ attitude to working.
We are committed to ensuring that customers can access and pay for services using a method that works for them, which is where you come in. Regardless of how they contact us, you will be able to interact with them in a non-discriminatory, credible and supportive way.
&nbsp;Benefits

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<li>35 days annual leave (including 8 Bank Holidays and 3 extra days normally applied at Christmas)</li>
<li>Generous Local Government Pension Scheme</li>
<li>Annual leave purchase scheme</li>
<li>Structured Induction Program</li>
<li>Learning and Development opportunities including Future Leaders programmes</li>
<li>Payment of a professional subscription for approved professionals</li>
<li>Family Friendly Policies</li>
<li>Independent Support for your health &amp; wellbeing</li>
<li>Generous compassionate leave</li>
<li>Extra Benefits including Retail Discounts, Cycle to Work scheme and more</li>
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Customer Service Advisor

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

Customer Services is one of the largest departments in Coventry City Council and are the front face of the organisation.&nbsp; We are usually the first port of call for customer enquiries across the council.&nbsp; Our fast-paced telephone teams deal with thousands of calls and emails a week,&nbsp;we have a dynamic Customer Service Centre with around 2500 visitors a week approaching us for a wide range of enquiries from paying their council tax to seeking help to access services and dedicated support teams&nbsp;who process bookings, timesheets and general administration work for the whole organisation.

You may be based in one of several locations, we have a Customer Service Centre right in the heart of the city; Friargate – a large purpose built office by the train station along with several reception points across the city.

Joining Customer Services is a really good stepping stone into a long term career with the Council, depending on the role you are offered you will learn about other parts of the organisation

We want every single customer to have a positive experience when approaching the council and would welcome you being part of the team.
Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

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	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role. Join our vibrant Customer Services team and be part of the heartbeat of our organisation!&nbsp;We're recruiting for multiple exciting roles where you'll be the first point of contact for making a real difference in people's day. With supportive teams, flexible shifts between 8:30 and 17:00, and plenty of opportunities to grow your skills, there’s never been a better time to step into a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Ready to make your mark? We want to hear from you!We have full-time permanent positions available, as well as one part-time role - so there's flexibility to suit your lifestyle.&nbsp;(Salary will be pro rata to the number of hours worked)General Enquiries : You will be answering customer enquiries, raising service requests for council departments, completing applications, and sign-posting as appropriate. Customer Services is the face of the council and you will be the first port of call for a broad range of enquiries from customers wanting to book a civil ceremony to those wanting to report fly-tipping.Adult Social Care : You will be answering customer enquiries in relation to adult social care; connecting Social Workers and customers upon request, completing adult social care referrals, recording, and passing accurate messages as required and signposting as appropriate. You will need excellent communication skills, be able to deal with a diverse range of customers and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Ideally you will have experience of working in a contact centre environment although training will be given.Closing date is 23rd July 2025. &nbsp;Assessments will consist of a competency-based interview and a work-based role-play exercise. Interviews will take place week commencing 4th August 2025. If you aren’t sure or have some questions, we’d be happy to talk to you, call Mandy Lewis on 02476977277 and Lauren McCormick on 02476 977542 or Aidan Dunne on 02476 977439 during office hours for an informal conversation.We will use this interview to assess your English fluency as set out in part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.  We have a duty to ensure our employees have the necessary standard of spoken English in all public sector customer-facing roles.Applicants that have been through a Customer Services Assessment Centre and been unsuccessful in the last 12 months need not apply.Please note: Only some Customer Services Adviser Level 1 roles require a DBS, therefore some posts are exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).If you are interested in a Customer Services Adviser Level 1 role and do not wish to undertake a DBS we would still like to encourage you to apply.Who are we looking for? <ul>
<li>Care about delivering an excellent service to every internal and external customer</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, confident in face to face, telephone and written activity</li>
<li>Ability to support a diverse customer base</li>
<li>Ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Ability to respond to change positively</li>
<li>To Be Flexible to the needs of the service</li>
<li>Good IT skills</li>
<li>An understanding of the range of services provided by the council.</li>
</ul>If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.All attachments for the job can be found <a href="https://careers.coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">here</a>Interview date(s):.About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Customer Services Advisor Level 1

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We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

Our Values are:

<ul>
	<li>Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.</li>
	<li>Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.</li>
	<li>Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.</li>
	<li>Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.</li>
	<li>Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.</li>
	<li>Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.</li>
</ul>

What is the job role? &nbsp;An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Community Case Worker within one of our One Coventry Integrated Teams.Local Integrated Teams have been built around localities to coordinate an urgent response, tailored to the needs of our people. &nbsp;The teams will be responsible for responding to critical needs in the community, supporting discharge from hospital and providing short-term reablement services.As no two cases are the same, you’ll enjoy a diverse caseload and have the opportunity to stretch your skills. Our teams pride themselves on providing a supportive environment, where people can make the most of personal development opportunities to achieve positive professional outcomes. &nbsp;&nbsp;This is a fabulous time to join us as we continue our journey within the Local Integrated Teams with our system health partners.All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).&nbsp; Who are we looking for? We are looking for someone who is up for a challenge and is compassionate, but can work under pressure and is self-motivated, whilst being a key member of the integrated teams.&nbsp;Working as part of our Local Integrated Teams, you’ll have the benefit of engaging with people face-to-face as you work in partnership with Social Workers, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and a range of other practitioners in this fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment. &nbsp;With excellent relationship-building skills, you’ll work closely with other members of the team across other locations, including the Acute Trust Hospital and short-term care providers.&nbsp;As a Community Case Worker, you’ll use a strengths-based approach to make confident decisions for our Coventry residents' rehabilitation opportunities, care planning, and aim to promote independence. With an understanding of how our services are structured, you’ll enjoy using a proactive problem-solving approach to achieve successful outcomes for the individuals you are working with.In return, we can offer you a varied and fulfilling role where you can influence and evolve, to meet the needs of our communities. &nbsp;You will be supported and will work collaboratively with key stakeholders. &nbsp;You will have the opportunity to leave a legacy and be an integral part of this exciting multi-agency setting.&nbsp;We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds, who have a disability and applicants who are from the LGBTQ+ community to apply for our senior leadership roles. This does not prevent any other applicants with a protected characteristic or a non-protected characteristic from applying.If you would like to find out more about this role and our journey so far, please contact: Charlotte Wibberley at <a href="mailto:Charlotte.Wibberley@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Charlotte.Wibberley@coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp; Dennison Adu-Amoako at <a href="mailto:dennison.adu-amoako@coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">dennison.adu-amoako@coventry.gov.uk</a>, or Ellis Walton at <a href="mailto:Ellis.Walton@Coventry.gov.uk" target="_blank">Ellis.Walton@Coventry.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/advice-job-seekers/accessibility" target="_blank">accessibility page</a> to see how we can assist you.Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:<ul>
<li>Members of the Armed Forces and veterans</li>
<li>Are currently in care or have previously been in care</li>
<li>If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition</li>
</ul>For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.&nbsp;If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.Interview date: Week Commencing 4th August 2025About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. 
 
At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and&nbsp;benefits package - to find out more please visit <a href="https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies" target="_blank">https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies</a>

Community Case Worker

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For more information or to apply for this role, please contact Tania Aspey on <a href="mailto:tania.aspey76@gmail.com" target="_blank">tania.aspey76@gmail.com</a>



A Personal Assistant is sought to support a 12 year old young person with ASD.&nbsp; The hours can be flexible but will be mainly after school and weekends.&nbsp; This will be a 2:1 role so you would be working alongside a family member taking them out in the community to parks and SEN sessions.&nbsp; The young person is verbal, friendly, energetic and a delight to be around.&nbsp; This would be a lovely role for someone local to Bracknell, with a full clean UK driving licence, looking for 20 hours per month of work.
For more information or to apply for this role, please contact Tania Aspey on <a href="mailto:tania.aspey76@gmail.com" target="_blank">tania.aspey76@gmail.com</a>

Bracknell Forest Council

Personal Assistant

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Please upload your CV along with a supporting statement as one document in PDF or Word format. Your CV and supporting statement should be tailored to reflect the competencies within the person specification and should be a maximum of 1-2 pages.
Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted. To upload your CV you will need to click on the link below and create an account with Jobs Go Public if you have not already done so.
You will also be required to input your name and email address and will be invited to complete an equal opportunities questionnaire.
Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year in the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.
We are an Accredited employer under the <a href="https://www.liverpoolcityregion-ca.gov.uk/fair-employment-charter" target="_blank">Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter</a>, demonstrating that we are committed to the principle of fair employment and we are dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
Are you passionate about books and helping others? We are seeking a reliable and customer-focused Library Assistant - Delivery to support our outreach library services. The successful candidate will be responsible for transporting books, media, and other library materials between branches and to home delivery customers, schools, and community centres, ensuring a timely and safe delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive a library vehicle along scheduled routes to deliver and collect library materials.
Provide a friendly and courteous service to all library users, including elderly or disabled customers.
Load and unload multiple boxes of books and other items, ensuring secure handling.
Maintain accurate delivery records and logs.
Use online systems.
Assist with setting up displays or events when required.
Perform basic vehicle checks and report maintenance issues.
Follow health and safety procedures and always adhere to traffic laws.
About You:
You should be reliable, organised, and able to work independently.
Love books and reading and be able to select resources for our customers.
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Hold a full clean driving license and be able to drive both manual and automatic large vehicles – HGV license not required.
Be physically fit with the ability to lift and carry boxes.
Experience working with vulnerable individuals is a plus.
Closing Date: Sunday, 27 July 2025 at 23:59pm&nbsp;
At Knowsley we value our applicants and want them to feel well-informed and welcomed. If you have any questions about this specific job role or what it is like to work at Knowsley, please contact:&nbsp;
Julie Mansfield: <a href="mailto:Julie.Mansfield@Knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Julie.Mansfield@Knowsley.gov.uk</a> / 0151 443 4295&nbsp;
Daisy Hogarth: <a href="mailto:Daisy.Hogarth@Knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Daisy.Hogarth@Knowsley.gov.uk</a> / 0151 443 2887&nbsp;
Jason Hughes: <a href="mailto:Jason.Hughes@Knowsley.gov.uk" target="_blank">Jason.Hughes@Knowsley.gov.uk</a> / 0151 443 1493&nbsp;
At Knowsley Council we will consider requests for flexible working.&nbsp; For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, working from home, compressed hours, part-time.
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We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applicants.
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Please note if a CV and supporting statement does not reflect the person specification it is unlikely to be shortlisted.

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Our Planning Enforcement team investigates all reports of alleged breaches of planning control which is a critical role within the Planning team and the wider Council.
As part of our wider planning department, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a variety of planning experts who’ll be on hand to help you with any queries you may have in your investigations.
You’ll ensure the Enforcement service delivers excellent work and you’ll be a positive role model for the service and for your colleagues by inspiring trust through honesty and integrity.
You’ll be able to show initiative in solving problems with creative solutions and be comfortable mentoring and supporting colleagues.&nbsp;
As a committed team player, you’ll have excellent communication skills to interact with our customers and deliver a high-quality service.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
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<li>A Levels or equivalent level of education</li>
<li>Effective negotiation skills</li>
<li>Proven experience of investigative work in a planning environment or similar</li>
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For appointment to the higher end of the career grade:
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<li>Degree in Town Planning or relevant associate discipline</li>
<li>Significant experience of inspections and investigations into breaches of planning control and be able to demonstrate a track record of making appropriate recommendations and decisions on the course of action</li>
<li>Previous experience of mentoring junior colleagues</li>
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The vacant post will be of particular interest to someone currently working in Enforcement and looking for the next step in their career. There is an opportunity to mentor others and take on the more complex cases, supporting the Planning Enforcement Manager.
This role will be based at our Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HG. We currently operate a hybrid working model for the majority of our roles where your working time will be divided between the office (2-3 days) and home working (2-3 days).
Do you want to know more about the role? 
Please contact Louise Francis, Planning Enforcement Manager, on 01732 227260 for an informal discussion about the role. 
For any agency enquiries, please contact Lucy Wraxall, HR Business Partner, on 01732 227383. &nbsp;
Please take a look at our <a href="https://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/info/20069126/planning_enforcement" target="_blank">Enforcement Plan</a> and <a href="https://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/info/20069129/current_local_plan/258/statement_of_community_involvement" target="_blank">Statement of Community Involvement</a> for more information about how we engage with our customers.
Do you want to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?
Read the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.
Closing date: 30th July 2025 
Interviews: 7th August 2025

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