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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>Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £6,000</li><li>Relocation costs of up to £8,000</li><li>Retention bonus payments for established personnel</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 pension 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 role“I love working in the court team because it places the emphasis on thorough assessment and robust social work analysis. The pastoral/management care is the best I have ever experienced and the opportunities to do real social work and make a real difference to children’s lives at such a crucial and pivotal time is amazing. We are given the trust and resources to act in the best interests of the children, even if that means innovation or thinking outside the box.”As a Children’s Social Worker at Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, you’ll join a supportive learning culture, be able to influence change, challenge others and share your expertise.Our Children in Care Team provides oversight for all the children in care in Northamptonshire. This includes children subject to legal proceedings as well as children with a plan to remain long term in our care. We focus on building meaningful relationships with young people, their families and their carers to ensure that we plan effectively for the future of every child. You’ll be conducting clear, accurate assessments, coordinating multi-agency approaches, and building positive relationships.This is a very fast paced and busy role that strives to deliver positive outcomes for our children and families in collaboration with our colleagues in the Leaving Care Service and our external partners.We welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates so please feel free to email one of our corporate parenting, Service Managers: Stephen Tee, <a href="mailto:Stephen.Tee@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Stephen.Tee@nctrust.co.uk</a> or Lesley Lown, <a href="mailto:Lesley.Lown@NCTrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Lesley.Lown@NCTrust.co.uk</a> and they can agree a mutually agreeable time to call you.What will you be doing?Our children in care service provides oversight for all the children in care in Northamptonshire. This includes children subject to legal proceedings as well as children with a plan to remain long term in our care.We focus on building meaningful relationships with young people, their families and their carers to ensure that we plan effectively for the future of every child.The service has 11 teams that work across the county and focus on particular cohorts of children.You will need to be experienced at court work and will be confident and capable enough to attend court on your own if necessary.About youYou will be an experienced qualified, registered social worker, who has completed your ASYE and have the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children, young people and families. As an effective communicator you will be able to build positive, strength-based relationships with a diverse range of children, young people and families.As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision making to deliver purposeful and effective social care supported by experienced colleagues and managers.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check





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Social Worker - Children in Care Court

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>Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £6,000</li><li>Relocation costs of up to £8,000</li><li>Retention bonus payments for established personnel</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 role“I like working in safeguarding because it is the team that best enables relationship-based practice. I am very keen to develop a connection with the children and families I support, and I put a lot of effort into this. When we reach the end of our journey together and children are safely cared for by their parents or carers, it is very evident why my effort was worthwhile.” Alora, Social Worker – Support and Safeguarding Team Our support and safeguarding teams are nurturing and supportive with their own unique identities. They cover a large diverse county with several offices across Northamptonshire including; Northampton, Daventry, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough. These teams support children and young people who are subject to a Child Protection Plan, Child in Need plan and, if appropriate, court proceedings. This kind of social work often takes place over several months and involves regular visits with families. Focused on positive outcomes, they work in challenging yet supportive and collaborative ways. Working alongside other professionals, the team help put together plans to reduce the risks and areas of unmet needs to help children/ young people to remain with their families when it is safe to do so. About the team Our friendly, supportive Safeguarding teams work in a creative and solution focused way to keep children, young people and families together when it is safe to do so. The team are highly supportive and use a relational practice approach. Colleagues within the teams describe them as their ‘work family’. Managers within the teams are approachable and supportive. The Locations of these positions are : Corby, One Angel Square, Northamptonshire, Kettering and WellingboroughWhat will you be doing?As a Children's Safeguarding Social Worker, you will play a critical role in protecting and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing interventions to safeguard children and support families in crisis. Your work will involve collaboration with various professionals and agencies to ensure the best outcomes for the children in your care. To deliver and provide social work services, at a level appropriate for a professionally qualified post, to children and families to ensure the welfare of children and young people is safeguarded and they are protected in accordance with the legal and statutory obligations of Northamptonshire Children's Trust. About youCan you build good strength-based relationships with children, young people and their families to make a positive difference? You will be an experienced qualified, registered social worker, who has completed your ASYE and have the commitment and passion to be at the forefront of delivering best practice and support to children, young people and families. As an effective communicator you will be able to build positive, strength-based relationships with a diverse range of children, young people and families. As a Social Worker you will be confident in your analysis and decision making to deliver purposeful and effective social care supported by experienced colleagues and managers. Get in touch We welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates so please feel free to email: Stacey Poe, Service Manager <a href="mailto:stacey.poe@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">stacey.poe@nctrust.co.uk</a> and they can agree a mutually agreeable time to call you.This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check





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Social Worker - Support and Safeguarding   

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>Recruitment Welcome Bonus of £4,000</li><li>Relocation costs of up to £8,000</li><li>Retention bonus payments for established personnel</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 pension 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 roleThe Permanence Team is looking for a Social Worker to join the team to contribute to working collaboratively with families and supporting children, who are looked after by the Local Authority with a Care Plan of adoption, to achieve permanence.Skilled Social Workers in this team keep children at the heart of all we do; building meaningful relationships with children and young people, their families and carers, to ensure we plan proactively and effectively for the future of every child. You will need to demonstrate that you have experience of looked after children care. Your experience could have been gained whilst working in a LAC, court team, attending court whilst working in a safeguarding service or another area of children’s services.This is a very fast paced and busy role that strives to deliver positive outcomes for our children and families in collaboration with our colleagues in the Children in Care Service and our external partners.Get in TouchWe welcome the opportunity to speak to any interested candidates so please feel free to email:Amanda Booth Team Manager, <a href="mailto:Amanda.Booth@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Amanda.Booth@nctrust.co.uk</a> and they can agree a mutually agreeable time to call you. What will you be doing?<ul><li>Undertaking court work proceedings.</li><li>Previous experience within a Children in Care setting</li><li>Ability to use a range of evidence-based interventions to effect change with children, young people and families and carers.</li><li>Skills in anticipating and responding appropriately to situations of conflict.</li><li>Self-organisation skills, with the ability to respond to duty, an allocated workload, prioritising tasks to achieve goals and meet timescales.</li><li>Have the proven ability to work autonomously and seek advice when necessary</li></ul>About youThe applicant must hold a recognised Social Work qualification (degree/diploma) and be registered with Social Work England. You will have a strong background in the provision of Children in Care, along with the motivation and drive for self-development.Previous experience of Adoption and Child Permanence Report (CPR) writingThis role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check





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Social Worker - Children in Care Permanence Team 

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 a talented and enthusiastic AAT qualified or part qualified CCAB accountant?You will be responsible for supporting Children Services Finance in DSG and Schools, whilst also supporting the Senior and Strategic Finance Business Partners in the effective setting, management and control and closedown of the annual DSG and Schools budget, the Council’s DSG &amp; Schools Medium-Term Financial Strategy, the revenue implications of Schools capital programme, and the overall control environment for DSG &amp; Schools with focus on strong financial governance and accountability. You will also be involved in North Northamptonshire Schools Forum.For an informal discussion on the role, please contact Children Services Strategic Finance Business Partner: <a href="mailto:yoke.obrien@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">yoke.obrien@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> Interviews Week commencing 6th October 2025What will you be doing?You will support budget holders in financial planning and budget modelling for different scenarios. You will ensure accurate and timely budget monitoring including risk appraisals for DSG and Schools.You will develop financial systems and processes to ensure robust governance whilst also bringing in new methods of working through the use of business and operational process improvements.You’ll be supporting the production of the Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) and Capital Strategy and the development of improved financial awareness of budget managers and staff through the development and delivery of management training.You will be also be reporting back to North Northamptonshire Schools Forum on all matters relating to schools finance. About youYou will be CCAB part qualified /AAT qualified /equivalent or have significant financial experience with an understanding of how local government works including the complexities and challenges it faces.You’ll be enthusiastic, innovative and driven with up to date knowledge of accounting policy such as IFRS, CIPFA codes of practice.You be able to demonstrate the ability to work in partnership with private, public and voluntary organisations and be driven and have initiative and confidence.You will be experienced in analysing and addressing complex issues.Knowledge and experience of DSG and Schools will be desirable. 





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Finance Business Partner 

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 is part of the Emergency Planning Team. The team works to make NNC ready for emergencies, by assessing hazards and threats, then making plans and procedures to respond.The role will play a key part in making North Northamptonshire prepared for emergencies by working within the authority, with communities and other responders for the benefit of our residents.The role is 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday. After a period of training, you will join an on-call rota that provides 24/7 cover for the council to respond to emergencies that can happen at any time. Although the role is predominantly completed in normal office hours, the nature of the work requires flexibility and a willingness to work unsocial hours as required.This role is for a full-time permanent contract.For more information regarding the role, please contact <a href="mailto:chris.miller@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">chris.miller@northnorthants.gov.uk</a> What will you be doing?You will be helping NNC to be ready for all manner of emergencies and disruptive events. You will support in assessing hazards and threats and the development of the plans and procedures to help us deal with them, in line with our duties under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. You will help us to keep our plans, procedures and records up to date and ready for use during incidents. You will work with other parts of the council, our communities and other emergency responders to support NNC's resilience strategy. You will help us to manage the authority's response to emergencies and major incidents and take an active part in our responses. About youEmergencies can happen any time, and we need to be ready for them. The successful candidate will be flexible and willing to meet the demands of emergency response and the needs of our residents. You must be willing to take part in an on-call rota to provide out of hours cover for the authority. This role can deal with some challenging subjects and a great deal of personal resilience can be needed.Candidates should have sound knowledge of civil protection and emergency management arrangements in the UK and how local responders can deliver them. Successful candidates must be keen problem solvers. They should be able to produce creative and pragmatic solutions to resilience challenges. Candidates should be used to working with basic IT applications. We often use maps, and candidates should be comfortable using maps to communicate geographic information.A full description of the qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience we are looking for can be found in the attached job description and person specification.





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Emergency Planning 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 roleNorth Northamptonshire Council have an exciting opportunity for a Needs Assessment Officer to join our Specialist Support for Younger Adults with Disabilities team.This post will consist of working out of our Wellingborough or Corby office. You will work alongside Managers, who are supporting the daily needs of customers within their own homes in the community as well as the CEW's who are out in the field.. The need to be flexible, understanding and compassionate is essential and to have an understanding of adults with a various range of disabilities.Shift Pattern: Relief vacancies available, which could include early and late shifts, along with every other weekend working. Our main goal is to find people who can make a difference!Our benefitsWe offer:<ul><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>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>Enhanced rates on Saturdays Sundays and Bank Holidays </li><li>Enhanced overtime pay </li><li>Business mileage paid at 45p per mile.</li></ul>What will you be doing?Overall Job Purpose:In accordance with Care Act 2014 and North Northamptonshire Council’s service plans, eligibility criteria and objectives, to carry out a strength-based assessment, to identify and deliver care needs in conjunction with individuals, carers, and multi-agencies, to ensure people receive the information and the level of support required for them to regain or maintain their level of independence and to be safe within the community.To be case accountable, to to work independently and provide appropriate and timely support to both Team Leaders and Supervisors.Main Responsibilities:Managing an appropriate caseload of people by undertaking clear and accurate statutory assessments and reviews of individual person, in line with statutory guidance and best practice. Assessments need to be proactive, preventative, and personal and include support from other professional services where required, to ensure people receive the information and the level of support required for them to regain or maintain their level of independence and to be safe within the community.Provide goal setting / support plans for individual people as appropriate. Ensuring individuals are supported and encouraged to access any community support that is available and in doing so ensure equality and diversity informs the service delivery and understanding of the impact upon people in the planning process.Assess and manage any risks to individuals and others effectively, whilst ensuring positive risk taking is supported and appropriately managed.Provide accurate, impartial information, support and guidance to people and their families, including appropriate information relating to financial matters, ensuring any implementation and choice of a support plan is within budgetary constraints.To manage own caseload and organise and plan work activities taking into account the need to prioritise tasks and responsibilities, to ensure assessments and reviews, support plans are undertaken and updated within an agreed timeframe, to reduce/avoid any adverse impact on the care of the person and delivery of the service.To maintain case records where the information is concise, accurate and timely so that customers circumstances are accessible at all times to ensure continuity of provision, maintaining both customer and management information through the use of appropriate IT systems and in line with professional requirements and departmental recording methods.Use a person-centred approach, listening and developing creative and personalised solutions, to assist people to manage their lives independently in the community for as long as possible and in doing so w Work in partnership with other agencies to improve collaboration, coordination, and support to achieve and meet each person’s needs.To demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behavioural, physical, social and welfare needs.About youDegree or equivalent/QCF level 3 with experience of working in Social Care or willing to work towards this (Health &amp; Social Care)The ability to demonstrate knowledge gained through detailed practice and application of procedures in Adult Social Care Health and Social CareGCSE grade C and above or equivalent in EnglishWorking knowledge and understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.In depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014 to ensure care act compliant eligibility.Working knowledge and understanding of relevant national and local policy issues in Adult Social Care.Knowledge &amp; understanding of cultural differences where communities have different ethnic backgrounds to ensure equality of opportunity.Excellent report writing skills, demonstrating the ability to achieve clear and concise reports that are fit for purpose.Excellent listening skills and the ability to understand and communicate clearly at all levels.Ability to build a rapport and build relationships with people, families, providers, other professionals, and wider communities.Ability to prioritise tasks, manage own workload, to be case accountable and initially manage difficult and complex cases.Ability to actively support and promote equal opportunities.Ability to operate in a fast-paced office and changing environment, and to be able to make initial decisions on any shift where they are the responsible person.Empathetic and caring when working.To be aware of your environment and the need to be appropriate and professional at all times.Previous experience of working with people with care and support needs.Experience, knowledge, and demonstration of using various IT packages and systems.Accurate and detailed entry and analysis required.Understanding of Data Protection guidance.Ability to demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behaviour, physical, social and welfare needsDemonstrate an understanding of the safe working practices that apply to this role.Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and well-being of vulnerable adults.





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Relief Needs Assessment 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 the lead authority for a large shared service, delivering HR &amp; Payroll, Finance and Business Systems to a number of public sector partners. The Business Systems team is a complex and multi-site customer support and development function, providing services across several applications including our ERP (integrated finance, procurement, HR and payroll) system. We’re looking for two enthusiastic and motivated individuals to fill the role of ERP Functional Analyst. You will deal with complex incidents and system developments relating to our Unit4 Business World ERP and connected systems across finance, HR and payroll functions. One of the roles will be specifically focused on the General Ledger, Reporting, Planner and Fixed Assets modules. You’ll be joining an established functional development team in a demanding environment. The position is based in Northampton however we also offer remote flexible working.What will you be doing?As part of one of our small teams specialising in a particular functional area, you will be responding to technical requests, resolving complex incidents and undertaking developments in the systems we support. As well as an enquiring mind and being good at problem solving, you’ll be keen to continually develop your skills as well as support the development of the rest of our team by sharing your knowledge and experience.About youYou must have strong technical background knowledge and understanding of ERP or financial systems, as well as be interested in how IT applications, particularly databases, work. Knowledge and experience of Unit4 Business World would be an advantage. For the dedicated finance role, you must have a strong finance background and have, or be working towards the final stages of, an accounting qualification.We need someone who is able to work to deadlines as well as prioritise, organise and manage their workload. You’ll need great interpersonal skills and be able to represent our service in a positive and professional way, communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders.





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Functional Analyst (ERP)

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 Family Hub programme is designed to assist children and young people (aged 0-19, or up to 25 for those with SEND) and their families by providing a range of support and early help services. This initiative aims to improve outcomes for children while reducing the need for statutory services. It operates through an integrated Family Hub Model, delivering services across Local Area Partnership AreasThis is an exciting time to join our Family Hub team. We’re a relatively new local authority, created in April 2021 and we are at the beginning of our Family Hub journey. We have one Family Hub open with more due to open imminently. There is still plenty of opportunity to develop the service and shape our offer to families so we can provide the best possible service to children, young people and their families across West Northamptonshire CouncilWhat will you be doing?To offer administrative support to the Family Hub Service.We are seeking a dedicated and organised individual to join our Family Hub Team, ensuring the smooth operation of our services and providing vital support to families, children, and young people. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all queries and registrations from both internal and external sources receive prompt and appropriate responses. You will monitor various inboxes, process incoming data and registrations, and produce letters and reports whilst adhering to reporting timescales. Your responsibilities will include maintaining accurate records through data entry, preserving confidentiality at all times. As a welcoming face of the Family Hub, you will meet and greet families and partners, introducing them to the Family Hub programme and activities, while encouraging their engagement and participation. You will support the team in developing and planning a timetable of engaging activities, ensuring all resources are accessible to families.Additionally, you will co ordinate training events, courses, and parenting programmes both in person and via online systems, providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure their success. We are recruiting a Business Support Apprentice with the opportunity to work towards a Level 3 apprenticeship in Business Administration. To support you, you will have time off the job for your studies and your salary will be 70% of the full BSO role, rising to 100% upon achievement of your apprenticeshipAbout youWe need a bright and dedicated individual, passionate about working towards making a positive difference for their local community. You will be highly organised, capable of managing and prioritising conflicting tasks, and will have a sharp attention to detail.You will show resilience, teamwork, and the ability to build strong and positive relationships with colleagues at all levels in the authority and external partners and stakeholders. You will bring new and innovative ways of working to the table, embrace change and continually evolve, as our service evolves and grows.You may not have experience in an administrative role, or have experience in the public sector, but you will be able to demonstrate your ambition to learn and will be driven by your attitude to deliver an exceptional service. We welcome applicants looking for a new challenge or looking to kickstart their career in local government.You will need: <ul><li>A positive, responsive and adaptable attitude</li><li>Confidence to work independently</li><li>An innovative and creative approach to work</li><li>A team driven approach to delivery </li><li>A customer focused approach </li><li>A willingness to learn new skills and work with different service areas</li></ul>Your skills will include: <ul><li>Excellent organisation and time management </li><li>The ability to manage multiple tasks at a time and prioritise your workload</li><li>Top quality customer service</li><li>Great IT skills and confidence with picking up new systems and software</li><li>Acting sensitively and with integrity around confidential information</li></ul> 





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Business Support Officer (Apprentice)

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 roleAs the Procurement Manager you’ll work in the Council’s Procurement and Commercial Team, having responsibility for a range of procurements valued over £100,000. You will be responsible for delivering compliant procurements which achieve value for money and high-quality outcomes.The Procurement Team work on a hybrid basis, from home or at our purpose-built, state of the art offices in Alconbury Weald. We get together at least a couple of times a month for collaborative working and when required (if you’d prefer to work in the office more regularly, you’re able to do so). Additional face-to-face time in the office will be provided to support with your induction, training and development. There may also be the occasional requirement to travel around the County and beyond to meet the requirements of our clients.Although mainly working remotely, the team are in frequent contact with each other and always available to talk to; we have a very friendly, encouraging working environment and new starters have always commented on how welcome and settled they have been made to feel in the team. The annual pay award for 2025/26 has not yet been agreed for this position.Interviews will be held at New Shire Hall, Alconbury Weald, week commencing 6th October 2025.For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Mark Parker via email <a href="mailto:mark.parker@cambridgeshire.gov.uk" target="_blank">mark.parker@cambridgeshire.gov.uk</a>.What will you be doing?Main accountabilities for this role are:To plan and deliver effective end to end procurement projects that are compliant with the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules, the Public Contract Regulations 2015 / Procurement Act 2023 / Provider Selection Regime 2023 and any other relevant legislation. This will involve interpretation of law and guidance to recommend relevant courses of action to service areas.Acting as the subject matter expert, work proactively with service areas to ensure that procurement documentation and processes are fit for purpose. Work with Procurement and Commercial Team colleagues to develop documentation as required.Prepare appropriate and quality procurement documentation using the templates available to ensure that procurement processes are transparent and proportionate.Work with colleagues to develop and provide training to service areas on procurement requirements including evaluation processes.Develop processes within the e-tendering system and use that system (and any other relevant systems) efficiently and effectively in delivering the role.Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant supply markets to ensure that procurements are designed in a way which is most likely to achieve high quality outcomes.Collaborate effectively as part of the wider Procurement and Commercial Team, taking on other relevant roles as needed to raise the profile of the Procurement and Commercial function at the Council.Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion.Ability to contribute to our commitment of becoming a Net Zero organisation by 2030.About youThis is a busy role dealing with multiple stakeholders, so you should be able to effectively manage your time and workload to prioritise and deliver to deadlines as agreed with your line manager.The ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at various levels is key, as you’ll need to build collaborative working relationships, to understand and support the needs of the services this element of the team supports. This role will be supporting colleagues predominantly within the Corporate and IT categories covering areas such as HR, Finance, Insurance, IT hardware / software amongst others.You’ll be confident with MS Office and able to learn new IT systems (we provide support and guidance documents), specifically our e-tendering system.If you feel you have relevant transferable skills, please do apply as we will always take this into account when shortlisting.





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Procurement 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 roleWe are seeking an enthusiastic and self motivated Operational Hub Lead for the South Midlands Careers Hub to lead the team in improving the careers outcomes for young people in the region.Our role is to connect together local employers with careers leaders in schools, colleges and training providers to coordinate careers education and enhance each student's early experiences of the work place. The South Midlands Careers Hub supports around 150 schools, colleges and providers across Bedfordshire and Luton, Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire.Hub supported programmes bring partners together, to act with the shared aims of inspiring young people, and giving students the knowledge and practical skills to make decisions about their next steps.The South Midlands Careers Hub has a focus on tackling disadvantage, with three priority areas: 1. Continuous improvement of careers provision in schools and colleges against the Gatsby Benchmarks through support, training for the education workforce and quality assurance.2. Increasing the number of high-quality work experience opportunities available for young people 3. Boosting apprenticeships and technical pathways, including supporting the implementation of the Provider Access Legislation (PAL)Interviews for this role are expected to be on 17 or 20 October 2025.What will you be doing?Working as part of the Careers Hub Team, you will have a fast pace and varied role by:<ul><li>Driving sustainable system change in careers provision within the hub and as part of the national network of Careers Hubs across England by ensuring the hub is at the centre of local careers provision and policy making decisions.</li><li>Leading and managing a high-performing team of Enterprise Coordinators, focusing on professional growth and alignment with strategic goals.</li><li>Leading and driving cross sector engagement and collaboration to ensure all young people can access high quality careers and enterprise education that aligns with the local Employment and Skills Strategy and Local Authorities economic and skills priorities, ensures improved career outcomes and achieves sustainable change in careers provision at a local and national level.</li><li>Leading, managing and developing a team of delivery professionals and volunteers to provide high quality careers provision following the best practice outlined in Gatsby Benchmarks, the Government’s Careers Strategy and the Grant Funding Agreement with the Careers and Enterprise Company.</li></ul>About youYou will have excellent communication skills and experience of working collaboratively with partner organisations, developing strong links with internal colleagues and external partners.You will be able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of a subject relevant to the role, such as a strong understanding of local and national policy relating to skills and economic development, issues and barriers to employment faced by young people, and understanding of post-16 landscape.You’ll use your professional expertise and knowledge to support the delivery of the Careers Hub programme so that it is efficient and suitable to meet the needs of schools, partners, businesses and providers in line with the funding agreement requirements and strong project management skills.You will need to have a solutions driven and adaptable approach to working, thrive in a busy environment and have a positive approach to challenges.You will be able to smoothly manage processes whilst being able use your own initiative to 'think outside of the box’ whilst having strong leadership and line management skills to lead the team with a full complex workload.





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Operational Hub Lead

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 roleYou will be working as part of the OperationsTeam, delivering services across North Northamptonshire for non domestic properties and other assets.No two days are ever the same.The team deliver repairs and maintenance and Statutory Compliance Inspections and Remedial Works across the estate, as well are more complex projects in conjunction with our Capital Projects Team.If you wish to discuss the role further please contact Head of Operations - <a href="mailto:lisa.phillips@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">lisa.phillips@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>What will you be doing?1 Implement and support the Principal Surveyor in a programme of in depth condition survey works in respect of Council owned property as part of the Government agreed Asset Management process. Collation and analysis of information for the Asset Management Plan Register to ensure that all relevant technical, financial and Statutory Regulatory data is included and make recommendations and budget forecasts so that decisions about the maintenance and development of the property/s can be made on a sound satisfactory informed basis and to carry out those duties as a Professional and Responsible Person (as defined in various Statutory Instruments relating to building services).2 Provide professional technical support within Assets and Environment and the wider council services. Provide technical advice, recommendations and budgetary forecasts to the Principal Surveyor. Organise work orders and direct contractors ensuring they carry out works in a safe, proper and secure manner. Monitor and ensure Contractors’ standard of work comply with instructions and specifications provided.3 In response to client requests, appraise, analyse and identify potential problems, propose technical solutions, prepare specifications together with supporting budget forecasts to enable bids for funding to be submitted and works carried out.4 Support the resourcing strategy when using external specialist surveyors to carry out Asset Management Plan surveys to monitor their performance, review and appraise their findings assessing the quality of their surveys.5 Liaise with and direct external consultants to carry out detailed technical briefings, reviewing scheme proposals to ensure that the Council Policies and objectives are met.6 Develop excellent stakeholder relationships with service group users, suppliers, partners and other customers to ensure that NNC objectives are delivered and customer expectations are managed to a high standard.7 Prepare specifications (works and maintenance), develop small works projects, review and comment on contractor design proposals, undertake technical audits and defects analysis to achieve best use of assets and value for money.8 Provide a high level of technical / professional advice to all Property Asset Management colleagues and service users at all levels within the organisation to ensure that properties are fit for purpose, and compliant with statutory regulations.9 Achieve timely and successful delivery of agreed goals and performance measures so as to maximise value for money within available budgets.10 Act as designated authority for approving appropriate expenditure.About youa. Preferably educated to degree level or minimum experienced time served Building Surveyor with qualifications in a building services environment –b. Higher level nationally recognised Health &amp; Safety qualification – eg NEBOSH/IOSHc. Demonstrable competence to fulfil the role of Responsible Person as defined in said instruments. d. Considerable experience and understanding of Buildings and their construction as well as wider asset management, eg flood defences etc.e. Experience of Project Managementf. Experience of JCT Contracts and an understanding of Contract Law.g. Experience of procuring and managing external contractors to ensure high quality service provision. h. Proven IT skills and demonstrable experience i. Experience of operating within financial constraints and procuring services within best value principles.j. Proven ability to manage a range of conflicting work demands and pressuresk. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders (internal and external), across all levels; and also write clear and concise management reports.l. Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills •m. Practical experience of working in the construction and services industry.





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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 roleAre 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. <ul><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></ul><ul><li>Championing innovation, embedding the use of technology across council services, inspiring digital confidence for an efficient and enabled council.</li></ul>About youWhat We’re Looking For: <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>





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Assistant Director - Technology Services

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 roleWe are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated project officer to work in our Highways and Transport Service. You will play a key role in translating our transport plans and strategies into reality, improving connectivity and encouraging travel by sustainable modes. The role will develop transport schemes and programmes of activity included in our plans, and progress them into deliverable interventions. This will include leading on feasibility and design work, stakeholder engagement and accessing funding.The role will also support the coordination of developer funding secured for transport improvements through the planning process and manage the delivery of non-major transport schemes, some of which would either be wholly, or in part, developer funded.The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of project management methodology and techniques, as well as some experience working in a transport planning or service role. They should be motivated to further develop their project management skills and knowledge of highways and transport service delivery. What will you be doing?You will be based in the Highways Development Liaison Team but will work across the transport service. You will support the coordination of a range of transport programmes and activity, and manage a number of transport projects at any one time. Some of these projects will concern the development of our plans and strategies, some will be concerned with developing concept schemes and initiatives further to the point of being deliverable, and some projects will be small scale transport improvements and you will manage their full delivery working with our contractors.As part of your role managing these projects and programmes you will lead on any necessary stakeholder engagement. You will also be responsible for project budget and risk management as well as reporting on project delivery. On a daily basis you will engage regularly with colleagues across the service and in other departments such as planning and regeneration.An ongoing aspect of the role will be the coordination of developer funding secured for transport improvements, as well as project managing delivery of some of these. An initial focus of the role will be working with planning colleagues to implement improved processes with the management of this funding.About youYou should have a good understanding of project management, and some knowledge of transport, planning and sustainability issues common to a role in local government Highways Department. You should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills as effective relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and suppliers will be key to success. You should be motivated to develop your project management skills and knowledge of transport service delivery. The role holder should be able to work with minimal supervision, work off their own initiative and be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines. You should be degree educated with an ability to write and present technical reports and have benefitted from project management training.





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Transport Project 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 an experienced Senior Estate Surveyor looking for a dynamic role in estate management? We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to play a key role in managing a diverse corporate property portfolio.In this role, you will apply your landlord and tenant and land and property expertise to handle property contract negotiations, ensuring effective estate management and income generation. You will provide professional advice and recommendations to the Principal Surveyor/Manager and be responsible for maintaining excellent customer relationships.The role also requires occasional attendance at council meetings and committees outside normal working hours.This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the strategic management of a varied and high-profile property portfolio while developing your career in a supportive and professional environment.What will you be doing?As a Senior Estate Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing a diverse property portfolio and ensuring the effective delivery of estate management casework. Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Handling lease renewals, rent reviews, freehold and leasehold disposals, licenses (including wayleaves), and general asset management to maximise estate value.</li><li>Conducting routine valuations using RICS valuation methodology and advising the Principal Surveyor/Senior Asset Manager on recommendations.</li><li>Procuring specialist valuations and technical advice, ensuring that terms align with the Council’s needs.</li><li>Managing telecommunication and utility negotiations, including easements and wayleaves.</li><li>Maintaining accurate property records and supporting the asset valuation programme by liaising with external valuers, finance, and audit teams.</li><li>Conducting site visits and inspections, resolving boundary disputes, and attending meetings with tenants, landowners, and surveyors.</li><li>Mentoring Trainee Estate Surveyors, offering guidance on landlord and tenant matters and professional development.</li></ul>Collaborating with legal, facilities, and external consultants, ensuring compliance with regulations and aligning with corporate objectives.Please contact James Ellis (<a href="mailto:Estates@northnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">Estates@northnorthants.gov.uk</a>) if you have any queries regarding this position.About youAs a Senior Estate Surveyor, you will bring a combination of technical expertise, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to estate management. You will have:<ul><li>A degree (or equivalent experience) in property, surveying, or a related field</li><li>Professional membership of the RICS</li><li>Experience in property inspections, including building pathology, as well as landlord and tenant matters </li><li>A solid understanding of efficient and economic property use</li><li>Strong IT literacy, including proficiency in property management systems and databases.</li><li>The ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li>Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the confidence to liaise with internal and external stakeholders</li></ul>A diplomatic approach to managing expectations and resolving disputes.





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Senior Estates Surveyor

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 an Estates Surveyor into its Property Strategy and Estates team. As a member of the team, the Estates Surveyor will have the opportunity to work on an extremely varied and diverse property portfolio. The role will include the delivery of high-profile property management activities including lease renewals, rent reviews, title disputes etc which have a significant degree of legal complexity as well asset disposals and acquisitions, working.This is an exciting opportunity to join the team at West Northamptonshire Council. You will support the Councils objectives of shaping a Property Strategy and 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 Estates Surveyor, you will have the opportunity to work on an extremely varied case load, covering a diverse property portfolio. Reporting to the Estates Manager or the Property Strategy and Major Transactions Manager (as appropriate), you will deliver a programme of Landlord and Tenant activities, including lease renewals and rent reviews as well as asset disposals and acquisitions to meet the Council’s best value obligations.You will also be involved in the day-to-day management of the Councils extensive commercial investment portfolio which includes office, retail, and industrial properties across West Northamptonshire. You will support the wider estates team to deliver service objectives, seeking to minimise outgoings and maximise revenue income.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 agenda.You may be a mentor to junior members of the team, providing technical advice and guidance and support the Council’s Graduate Estate Surveyor(s) to become professional members of the RICS. About youYou’ll bring with you a wealth of experience which will enable you to ensure the efficient and cost-effective running of operational, income producing and strategic sites and individual assets to minimise outgoings and maximise income. Your strong negotiation skills will aid the acquisition and disposal of property, rights, and licences, including compensation claims, as directed. You’ll provide invaluable estates support on legal and contract issues.Excellent project management skills are essential as you’ll manage complex projects on behalf of the Council and other stakeholders and will plan, identify, and anticipate challenges and obstacles within those projects and work with stakeholders. Your strong communication skills will enable you to represent the team as an interface between Tenants and the Council on operational property matters, and to represent the interests of key stakeholders and to provide good quality professional advice on estate management and valuation matters, and to advise colleagues on professional and technical issuesYou will:<ul><li>Ideally be educated to Degree level or equivalent in an Estates Management or similar discipline</li><li>Be a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (or equivalent professional qualification)</li><li>Have thorough post-qualification professional experience in urban /rural estate management, including property management, valuations (including Fixed Asset Valuations for accounting purposes) and transactions</li><li>Have experience of dealing with complex and high-profile property cases in the public sector</li><li>Have experience of formal project management techniques, Equality and Diversity issues and governance within a public sector environment</li></ul>





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Estates Surveyor

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 a Graduate Estates Surveyor into its Property Strategy and Estates team. As a member of the team, the Graduate Estates Surveyor will have the opportunity to work on an extremely varied and diverse property portfolio. The role will include the day-to-day management of a programme of Landlord and Tenant activities, including lease renewals and rent reviews as well asset disposals and acquisitions, working, with the full support of the Council, towards becoming a professional member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors at the earliest opportunity. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team and develop your surveying career with West Northamptonshire Council. You will support the Councils objectives of shaping a Property Strategy and 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 a Graduate Estates Surveyor, you will have the opportunity to work on an extremely varied case load, covering a diverse property portfolio. Reporting into to the Estates Manager or the Property Strategy and Major Transactions Manager (as appropriate), you’ll deliver a programme of Landlord and Tenant activities, including lease renewals and rent reviews as well as asset disposals and acquisitions to meet the Council’s best value obligations. You will also be involved in the day-to-day management of the Councils extensive commercial investment portfolio which includes office, retail, and industrial properties across West Northamptonshire. You will support the wider estates team to deliver service objectives, seeking to minimise outgoings and maximise revenue income. Building on your knowledge gained through relevant degree, your workload will be tailored to best support the training requirements for the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC). You will receive full support for your studies as you work towards becoming a professional member of the RICS, building a long-term career with the Council as a Chartered Surveyor. About youYou’ll bring with you existing experience from completing a recognised degree which will enable you to support the efficient and cost-effective running of operational and income producing assets to minimise outgoings and maximise revenue income. Through experience of general estates management practices gained through your degree or possible work placement, you will assist in the negotiation of acquisitions and disposals and provide valuable wider support to the Estates team to deliver the best possible outcomes and gaining the requisite skills and experience to become a professional member of the RICS. Your good oral and written communication skills will enable you to represent the team as an interface between Tenants and the Council on operational property matters, and to make recommendations on service improvements and activities to support the transformational objectives of the council’s services. You will need to: Be educated to Degree level or equivalent in an Estates Management or similar disciplineBe a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (or equivalent professional qualification)Have experience of working with all MS Office applications (Word, Excel, MSTeams).Have a desire and commitment to build a career as a Chartered Surveyor and work towards becoming a professional member of the RICS as expediently as possible.Have good written and oral communication skills.Have a good understanding of Landlord and Tenant matters and principles affecting local government, contracts, and related issues. 





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Graduate Estates Surveyor

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’re seeking to recruit some great new Community Enablement Workers; people with the right values and positive attitude to work within the Specialist Support for Younger Adults team – could this be you?<ul><li>Our customers are aged between 18-65 and have a range of physical and learning needs.</li><li>We support them with personal care, manual handling, medication, food and drink, finances and shopping.</li></ul>We are looking for staff to work the following:<ul><li>Weekends only (Saturdays and Sundays every week between the hours of 7am and 11pm)</li><li>Day and Evening Shifts throughout the week between the hours of 7am and 11pm.</li></ul>We also have the below incentives:<ul><li>Enhanced rates of working from 8pm until 8pm including Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays </li><li>Enhanced overtime pay </li><li>Business mileage paid at 45p an hour</li><li>28 days holiday, rising to 33 after 5 years of service.</li></ul>What will you be doing?<h4>Purpose of the job</h4>The purpose of this job is to provide high quality support and care to customers in their own homes within a wider community. To enable them to remain independent whilst supporting their wellbeing, rights and choices. To also support with any reablement needs and providing personal support where required.<h4>Principal responsibilities</h4><ol><li> To support people within their own home to live an independent life.</li><li>With reference to the individual’s care plan provide practical and emotional support to customers to help them maintain independent living. In appropriate cases:</li></ol><ul><li>Assist customers with physical disabilities to carry out activities, hygiene routines and manage medication as directed within their care plans to help maintain health and wellbeing;</li><li>Assist customers to undertake practical tasks to help maintain their physical wellbeing and/or improve their living conditions.</li></ul><ol><li>With reference to the individual’s care plan promote independence through the provision of information to customers and through liaison with carers, internal and external agencies. Part of your role will be to support people within their local community enabling them with volunteer placements, budgeting, social activities, and future planning of goals.</li><li>You will be responsible for updating daily record sheets, any communication with outside agencies and ensuring that any changes to the individual’s needs, are documented and reported to ensure that the care plan is a live document, whilst utilising departmental electronic record systems.</li><li>Undertake risk assessments, manual handling, and medication assessments in order to safeguard customers and staff, as well as to meet service standards.</li><li>You will be regularly reviewing the customers progress, monitoring the effectiveness and efficiency of the support plan whilst documenting adjustments where necessary. You will ensure that all changes within the persons care package are communicated back to managers.</li></ol>About you<ul><li>Satisfactory clearance of an enhanced Disclosure and Barring service check.</li><li>Educated to GCSE or Equivalent</li><li>Care Certificate (or willing to work towards)</li><li>Level 2 or above in Health and Social Care or equivalent (or willing to work towards)</li><li>Proven experience in health or care work</li><li>Experience of delivering care services in a community-based setting</li><li>Demonstrate an interest in working in this area and the ability to undertake the role</li><li>Good verbal and written communication skills. Sufficient to write clear, concise, and accurate reports and to enable effective communication with a number of agencies.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to listen and interact effectively with and on behalf of customers and to react appropriately to a crisis situation</li><li>Practical approach to resolving problems and achieving results</li><li>Able to travel effectively to various locations, using a vehicle</li><li>Flexible, adaptable, and tolerant to meet the needs of the service</li><li>Able to meet the physical requirements of the role</li><li>Ability to attend, successfully complete and understand the need for mandatory training</li><li>Able to inform customers on benefits and application systems</li><li>Able to work within set procedures and systems</li><li>Ability to demonstrate awareness/understanding of equal opportunities and other people’s behaviour, physical, social and welfare needs.</li><li>Understanding of equality standards and diversity issues and their impact in social care services</li></ul>





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Relief Community Enablement Worker

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: Various locations in NorthamptonWest Northants Council Adult Social Care has been on an exciting journey of transformation since we became a unitary authority in April 2021. This has given us the opportunity to really look at how we provide adult social care on a more localised level, leading to lots of exciting innovations and a new model of working which puts people and their communities firmly at the heart of what we do. 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.Learning Disability team: Support adults specifically with learning disabilities across West Northamptonshire.Assurance and Safeguarding team: Minimise risks to people to ensure they remain safely living within the community. The team work with people over 18 for whom there are concerns about abuse or neglect from a service that’s providing care to them and carry out investigations surrounding this.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 BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul><li>Subscription fully paid - Community care inform adults.</li><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 roleOur vision for all adults in West Northamptonshire is that they will have healthy and independent lives with easy access to joined up advice and support which will help them to help themselves. As an Assistant Team Manager/Principal Social Worker , you will continue to develop and build on our current strengths-based practice, build the skills, confidence and competence of social workers and their colleagues to work in line with Care Act Guidance and deliver the best possible outcomes for residents.Learn more about our Social Work teams here: <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</a>What will you be doing?Perhaps you are currently working in an adult safeguarding role, supporting a team manager and looking for your next step. Or, you might be an experienced manager seeking a new challenge—one that not only offers professional growth but also prioritises your well-being.Although SWE (Social Work England) registration is not a requirement, you should have extensive experience and a proven ability to assist with complex legal cases. You should also be well-versed in legislation, able to provide supporting documents for cases taken to court, and knowledgeable about available funding streams.As a champion of social work, you’ll lead by example, using your skills to encourage a culture of innovation, reflection and learning within the service, using practice evaluations and learning reviews to inform this work.The experience you’ll bring with you will enable you to support others from the start of their social work journey; from student to ASYE, and then to qualified, competent and confident Social Workers.You will be an approachable, ‘can do’ person who understands what good looks like and have high ambitions for the workforce and the organisation.As a proactive person, you’ll be able to respond to multiple requests and demands, getting to know our fabulous staff group will be imperative and supporting them as they deliver advice and guidance to citizens of West Northants. The team and your peers are all very supportive and in West Northants we are all working towards the same goal of enabling competent and confident staff to deliver great care.About youYou will bring proven experience of leadership,practice development and consistent achievement in a safeguarding/social work environment, an understanding of working across health and social care and above all a commitment to people who use, work in and rely on social work services. You’ll need exceptional interpersonal skills, a passion for quality and inclusion and the ability to build, manage and develop effective working relationships with people and partners. Hours: Our standard hours are 9 to 5 pm, Monday - Fridays. You’ll need<ul><li>Higher post qualifying training in relevant discipline or management qualification</li><li>Management experience over a range of professional roles with significant experience of managing functions in a number of specialisms e.g. Older People, Mental Health, Learning Disability, Adult Safeguarding</li><li>You will be required to drive and have transport.</li></ul>Please see the attached Job spec for further information. If you would like to discuss this role further than please contact <a href="mailto:gina.braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk" target="_blank">gina.braithwaite@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. 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Social Work Assistant Team Manager (Adults)

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 roleAre you ready to take the next step in your career and do you want to be supported in achieving the step after that? We are creating a brand new in-house Legal Team to support the Northamptonshire Children’s Trust. Join the existing Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Council in England. If you have experience in Child Care Law, we want to hear from you. Whether you are looking to develop your local government experience, change sector into local government or return to work after a career break, you won’t find a better place to do so. Whilst local government experience is not essential, a passion for delivering an excellent legal service in a fast-paced environment and a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service is.View our colleagues, Mukti and Viren talk about their experience working with our team.What will you be doing?Your duties will include: <ul><li>Advising upon and conducting proceedings relating to the care and protection of children and young people. </li><li>Providing legal advice and support to clients, including elected members and senior officers. </li><li>Being a lead within the team and providing guidance and support to other members of the team. </li></ul>About youWest Northants is a great place to work. With a focus on career development, wellbeing, flexibility and support, this is an opportunity for you to take the next step on your career journey in a supported environment. We have mentoring, buddying, coaching, training and many other opportunities available to assist and develop you, to ensure your success in the role and your ongoing progression and success within the Council. We will also consider any version of flexible working you can come up with. For more information please visit our designated legal recruitment pages at <a href="https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams" target="_blank">https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams</a> or contact Julia Rickards, Head of Legal (People), on 07585 405339 for a confidential discussion. Please also join us at one of our virtual collaboration sessions where we welcome your thoughts about what the future of Child Care legal teams holds and help us to shape that future. Attendees will include representatives from West Northants Council, Northamptonshire Children’s Trust and Child Care lawyers from private practice, together with Pam Burrows, the wellbeing expert supporting West Northants Council to shape a strong and resilient legal team with wellbeing at its core. Details of these sessions will be shared on our social media pages, LinkedIn and our designated legal recruitment pages.<ul></ul>

Senior Lawyer (Child 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</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 roleAt West Northamptonshire Council, we’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Highways Development Management Engineer to join our Highways and Transport Service. You’ll be at the heart of shaping how new developments across the area impact our transport network, ensuring they deliver safe, high-quality and sustainable solutions.In this role, you will assess the transport and highways impacts of planning applications, provide clear and practical technical advice, and negotiate with developers to secure the right improvements. You’ll play a key part in managing and coordinating developer contributions, including Section 106 and Section 278 agreements, and oversee the design and delivery of highways works funded by developers to ensure they meet the highest standards.You’ll also work closely with colleagues, elected members, stakeholders and local communities to help create accessible, efficient and sustainable transport networks that support growth and improve quality of life across West Northamptonshire. What will you be doing?You will be based in the Highways Development Team and work closely with colleagues across the wider transport service. Your role will focus on assessing the transport and highways impacts of new developments and ensuring that appropriate and sustainable infrastructure is delivered as part of the planning process.Day to day, you will provide technical highways and transport advice on planning applications, negotiate with developers to secure necessary improvements, and oversee the design and delivery of works funded through Section 106 and Section 278 agreements. You will be responsible for coordinating developer contributions, ensuring they are effectively managed and aligned with local transport priorities.Collaboration will be at the heart of your work, as you will engage regularly with planning, regeneration, and transport colleagues, as well as developers, contractors, and local stakeholders. You will also take ownership of budget management, risk monitoring, and progress reporting to ensure that all highways and transport improvements are delivered to a high standard.An important part of your role will be helping to embed improved processes for managing developer funding, working with planning colleagues to make sure contributions are secured, allocated, and delivered efficiently.About youYou should have a solid understanding of highways engineering principles and the development management process, together with knowledge of planning legislation, transport policy, and sustainability issues relevant to local government. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as you will be working closely with colleagues, developers, planners, and other stakeholders to secure and deliver high-quality transport solutions.You will be confident in reviewing technical drawings and transport assessments, able to provide clear advice and recommendations, and skilled at negotiating outcomes that balance growth with sustainable transport objectives. The ability to work independently, use your initiative, and manage competing priorities under pressure is vital.Ideally, you will hold a degree in a relevant discipline such as civil engineering, highways, or transport planning, and have experience of preparing and presenting technical reports. Project management training and experience in handling Section 106 and Section 278 agreements would be an advantage, alongside a motivation to further develop your expertise in highways development management.





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Highways Development Management Engineer

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 roleAs house prices locally continue to rise, along with the cost of an average rent in the private sector, increasing numbers of people are approaching the Council in search of affordable housing solutions. The implementation of the Homelessness Reduction Act from April 2018 means that we will work with more customers for longer to help them to successfully resolve their housing situation.At North Northants Council, we have made real progress in the way we provide our housing services, and we now offer a far wider range of housing and support options to local people than ever before. If you want to make a difference and play an active role in changing people’s lives, then look no further.What will you be doing?You will work collaboratively with households who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness to remove any barriers to their rehousing with a focus on prevention. You will create, review and update their personalised housing plan and minimise any stay in temporary accommodation.You will assess if applicants are homeless, eligible for assistance, in priority need, and have a local connection with North Northamptonshire. Where appropriate, you will also consider if they are intentionally homeless.You will issue legally compliant letters, referencing relevant guidance and case-law, and detailing the reasons for your decision.About youYou will have experience of working in housing within a local authority, housing association or equivalent experience within another organisation.You will have a proven ability to provide excellent customer care working effectively with others, have good interpersonal skills and be able to adapt to an ever-changing working environment.To succeed in the role, you must have excellent communication skills, be an accomplished negotiator and problem solver and be able to work by your own initiative.Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details including the essential and desirable criteria for this role.





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Housing Options Advisor (2 year fixed term)

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>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 pension 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 roleDo you have the passion and resilience to inspire families to make positive changes? We’re looking for a dedicated and self-motivated Strengthening Families Practitioner to join our friendly, hard-working team. Based at one of our Family Hubs in the North of the county, you’ll use your skills to engage with parents, children and young people, helping them to improve life chances and achieve better outcomes. What will you be doing?You’ll carry your own caseload, delivering one-to-one structured family support as either a lead professional or co-worker, always working in partnership with other agencies. No two days are the same — but every day your work will matter. About you We’re looking for someone who can bring both compassion and professionalism to the role. You’ll need:<ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>The ability to build trust and positive relationships with families.</li><li>Experience of writing assessments and creating support plans.</li><li>Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and good practice in family work.</li><li>A strong understanding of partnership working.</li><li>Creativity, flexibility and resilience in how you support families.</li><li>The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.</li><li>The qualifications, skills and experience outlined in the job specification.</li></ul>If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.When applying, please ensure your supporting statement clearly shows how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification. You’ll also need to provide a full employment history, including any gaps since leaving full-time education.We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications, so don’t wait — apply today and take the next step in your career.For queries or an informal discussion, please contact <a href="mailto:Kay.Cragg@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Kay.Cragg@nctrust.co.uk</a>





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Strengthening Families Practitioner

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>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 pension 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 roleNorthamptonshire Children’s Trust Safeguarding &amp; Quality Assurance Service (SQAS) is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated team player to join the service. If you are flexible, dynamic, solution-focused and good communicator, with experience in business support for frontline and operational services this could be a great opportunity. You will support our Safeguarding &amp; Quality Assurance Service, including Child Protection Chairs, Independent Reviewing Officers and Designated Officers who are based across the County. What will you be doing?Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Safeguarding and Welfare: Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in the care of the service. Convening: The role will require you to convene, all aspects of Child Protection Conferences. This includes preparing and distributing invitation letters, booking meeting venues, and collating reports. Strong organisational skills, adaptability, and the ability to prioritize and work independently to meet strict statutory deadlines are essential. Communication: Acknowledge and respond to queries received through various contact points, accurately logging information, and alerting relevant staff and managers as needed. Record Keeping: Ensure that all electronic records are accurate and up to date in relation to Child Protection Conferences. Team Support: Support the team and the wider Business Support Service to ensure continuity of service delivery. Work flexibly to meet competing needs and demands. Proactive Support: Provide proactive support to Child Protection Chairs. Liaison: Collaborate with Social Worker teams, external agencies, and representatives regarding clerical and administrative procedures for the service. Undertake additional tasks as appropriate to the role to meet business needs. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.About youYou have good organisational skills and can prioritise and work independently to strict deadlines. You possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in written English. You have emotional resilience, be able to process information of a sensitive nature. You find it easy to relate to a wide variety of people in a warm, calm, and professional manner. You are adaptable, enjoy and have experience, of working within a fast changing, dynamic environment. When applying please ensure your supporting statement covers how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education





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Child Protection Conference Administrator

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>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 pension 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 roleWelford House is a seven bedded residential home, housing children (up to the age of 18 years) with challenging behaviour. Are you looking for a varied, challenging and rewarding position where you can help and mentor young people? You will work a mixture of early and late shifts and alternative weekends with enhancements paid on top of the basic hourly rate for unsocial hours, Sunday/ Bank Holiday working, standby and sleep ins. 7.30am-3.15pm early shift. 2.45pm-10.30pm late shift. There is also an opportunity for overtime. The basic salary is £25,935 and based on an average FTE working pattern with enhancements you could expect to earn £30,052This is a part time opportunity of 32 hours per weekFor more information about this role or to arrange an informal chat please contact <a href="mailto:Tim.Morrison@nctrust.co.uk" target="_blank">Tim.Morrison@nctrust.co.uk</a>What will you be doing?The role includes supporting with day-to-day life, schoolwork, life skills where applicable, accompanying our Young People to health, education and other appointments.There are also days out to the cinema, shopping or even theme parks and holidays as we try and create positive experiences for our young people.We are a small home so we encourage a “family feel” where possible, this involves eating our meals together, creating positive relationships and supporting our residents through key work.If you have particular skills or hobbies, such as fishing, cooking, fitness, that might enrich our young people’s experience there’s an opportunity to use these and even develop further.About youYou need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic, patient and flexible amongst other things. You will find it easy to establish and build positive relationships with Young People.Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence as you will be driving our Young People to appointments or activities.Experience of working with young people in either a professional or voluntary capacity is desirable, as is evidence of an ongoing interest and commitment to young people.When we asked our young people what makes a good Residential Care Worker they said “Someone with a personality that you can have a joke with and who smiles. Someone that you can talk to and trust with things, someone that’s understanding.”This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List checkPlease note we do not offer sponsorship for this role so you should have the right to work in the UK without restrictions. When applying please ensure your supporting statement covers how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used to shortlist. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education





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