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An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.</li>\n<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n<li>\nPayment 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>\n<li>\nEmployee 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>\n<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA 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>\n<li>\nOur 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>\n<li>\nMaking 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>\n</ul><h2>About the role</h2>Join our Major Projects team and become a driving force behind the flourishing economic landscape of West Northamptonshire. We specialise in orchestrating expansive growth opportunities, ranging from residential urban extensions to cutting-edge logistics development. Our focus extends to fostering specialist employment opportunities, particularly in fields such as engineering and the prestigious world of Formula 1. Additionally, we are actively involved in the monumental HS2 project, contributing to its development and implementation.Collaborating with prominent stakeholders, our team shapes and influences projects of regional, national, and international significance. From the intricacies in the world of Formula 1 to the <a href=\"https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-67941799\">expansion of Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 team in Brackley</a>, to <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/news/silverstone-confirmed-home-british-grand-prix-until-2034-following-10-year-formula-1-extension\">Silverstone (the home of British Grand Prix)</a> and also, the transformative impact of HS2, The route of Phase One passes through West Northamptonshire for a distance of 20.7km. We are at the forefront of innovation and progress. Working closely with our Strategic Planning Committee, we provide invaluable insights to aid in strategic decision-making processes.If you're passionate about making a tangible impact on the future of our region and beyond, join us in spearheading these groundbreaking initiatives.<h2>Additional information</h2>We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and customer service skills, knowledge and understanding of planning legislation, case law and policy, planning techniques and the development management and enforcement process (including S106 and the community infrastructure levy). You’ll need practical experience that demonstrates a significant range of major planning applications and development management activities and appeals. You’ll need a relevant degree and corporate membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute, and evidence of continued professional development. You’ll bring with you great interpersonal and team building skills and be the sort of person who consistently strives for continuous improvement and excellence. If you have experience as a Principal Planner, Major Projects Officer, or a Major Planning Officer, and want to be part of an exciting dynamic team! Then we want to hear from you!<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49,587 - £52,860 + Market Factor Supplement","publishDate":"2025-05-19T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-21T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e3394115-a4a7-4713-80cc-218a5022997e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0ec526db-d518-415b-967a-0956b8089ad8","title":"Senior Planning Policy Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"Are you passionate about shaping the future of our towns and communities? We are seeking a proactive and dedicated professional to join our Planning Service team and help deliver high-quality planning services that make a real difference.We need you to take charge in shaping the future of our community by delivering high-level, expert planning policy guidance and insight to the Council—driving decisions in alignment with Town and Country Planning legislation and beyond.We also have a two year fixed contract vacancy as well, please specify in your application your preference. Our benefits You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-you-should-work-us\">Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council</a>.What will you be doing? In this dynamic role, you will play a vital part in supporting the effective delivery of our planning functions, working positively and flexibly to help achieve the Council’s strategic objectives. You will be at the forefront of providing excellent customer service, engaging with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders—including members of the public, Councillors, and MPs—ensuring every interaction reflects our commitment to responsiveness, professionalism, and care.Key responsibilities include:<ul>\n<li>Supporting the smooth and timely handling of customer enquiries, feedback, and complaints.</li>\n<li>Assisting with the maintenance and analysis of planning data to help meet and exceed performance targets.</li>\n<li>Contributing to the development and implementation of Local and Neighbourhood Plans, Supplementary Planning Documents, and broader planning policy.</li>\n<li>Providing up-to-date research and advice on national and regional planning frameworks, ensuring the Council remains aligned with statutory requirements and best practice.</li>\n<li>Playing a central role in delivering the Council’s place-shaping vision—facilitating the right developments in the right places at the right time.</li>\n</ul>About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,861 - £46,304","publishDate":"2025-05-09T09:27:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/be3ca069-026b-4b87-be52-a96ae44ad721.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fec7bba2-8377-43e4-abd0-f1d72cb6f7a5","title":"Estate Services Gardener","employer":"Peabody","department":"","location":"Enfield & Stevenage","locationType":3,"description":"The vacancy This role will cover the following postcode areas: EN7,EN8,EN10, SG12-14 Your typical day could start with carrying out a program of assigned grounds maintenance works in line with published schedules. Then you might be carrying out a range of horticultural activities such as planting summer and winter beds, maintaining hedges, turf maintenance, weed spraying, weeding, and leafing, before heading off to ensure green waste is disposed of in line with company policy and waste management regulations. As an Estate Services Gardener, you'll be providing a high quality, customer focused grounds service. With a particular focus on maintaining our estates, you'll actively work in partnership with key colleagues to manage effective garden maintenance, developing and improving Peabody's environmental services to residents and ensuring we take full account of residents' needs. You're a people person who likes to get things done. You'll enjoy working in an outdoors environment in all weather conditions and you're first rate at general horticultural maintenance. To be successful in this role you'll need to be on site five days a week. Your role covers all aspects of environmental services and grounds maintenance. If you're a seasoned professional within horticultural services, then we want to hear from you. To be a success in this role, you're:<ul> <li>Able to work in all weathers and in an outdoor environment.</li> <li>Have a full, clean UK driving licence.</li> <li>Experienced in the field of horticulture.</li> <li>Able to demonstrate practical experience in the use of powered equipment.</li>\n</ul>A company van will be provided in order for you to undertake your duties. Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:<ul> <li>30 days' annual holiday, plus bank holidays</li> <li>two additional paid volunteering days each year </li> <li>flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal </li> <li>4 x salary life assurance</li> <li>up to 10% pension contribution</li>\n</ul>This role will require a Basic DBS check. A Full UK driving licence is required. Are you ready to apply? If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, George Murphy at george.murphy@peabody.org.uk Interviews will be taking place week commencing 26th May. 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We are seeking a proactive and dedicated professional to join our Planning Service team and help deliver high-quality planning services that make a real difference.We need you to take charge in shaping the future of our community by delivering high-level, expert planning policy guidance and insight to the Council—driving decisions in alignment with Town and Country Planning legislation and beyond.We also have a two year fixed contract vacancy as well, please specify in your application your preference. We reserve the right to close this advert early. <h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,861 - £46,304","publishDate":"2025-05-08T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dc6539a6-fa3d-420f-ac9f-bcd35d8e72ab.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d7c38e34-1466-471f-b95c-82a2b695d819","title":"Support Worker - 4 Old Barn","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Gawcott","locationType":3,"description":"Location - 4 Old Barn, Gawcott\"Our residents do not live in our workplace, we work in their homes\"At Hightown, we`re a housing charity that builds homes and support people. In Gawcott, near Buckingham, Milton Keynes, we provide high-quality care and support to five vulnerable adults with learning and physical disabilities.We are looking for some new Support Workers to join our team who have the right values, behaviours and attitudes to be the difference.Who we are looking forIf you have previously worked in a care setting or health and social care field and have experience of providing support to vulnerable people then this role could be perfect for you. We are looking for passionate people who are driven by the desire to make a difference and create a person-centered environment.We are looking for passionate people who with a`can-do` attitude who are driven by the desire to make a difference and who have the ability to recognise the wishes and needs of vulnerable adults and communicate effectively using different methods according to peoples needs.You will need to be able to:<ul>\n<li>Work shifts as part of a rota system which will include weekend and bank holiday working</li>\n<li>Work as part of a team to deliver an excellent service to the people we support</li>\n<li>Be flexible in your approach to work</li>\n<li>Have a commitment to equality and diversity and take a positive approach to supporting people with learning disabilities</li>\n</ul>If you share our values, we`d love you to work for us.About the roleWe have a full time (37.5 hours per week) role available. You will be working as part of a dedicated team to empower our service users to lead the life they want. You will assist individuals with:<ul>\n<li>Mealtimes and social activities including music and art therapy</li>\n<li>Attending appointments and maintaining their health and wellbeing</li>\n<li>Promoting skills and involvement including shopping and domestic tasks such as cooking can cleaning</li>\n<li>Personal care needs</li>\n</ul>BenefitsIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£13.26 per hour</li>\n<li>Regular support from your line manager and colleagues</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>\n<li>Annual salary and cost of living review</li>\n<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding support</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn a £130 bonus for each friend you refer to work for us</li>\n<li>Access to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for use at work</li>\n<li>Access to COVID-19 vaccinations</li>\n<li>Friendly and supportive team environment</li>\n<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>\n<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>\n<li>Fully paid DBS</li>\n</ul>If you are interested in joining our friendly team, please download the job description and click apply below.Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are consideredAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.We are a Disability Confident Employer.About UsHightown is a charitable housing association operating principally in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. We believe everyone should have a home and the support they need, so our aim is to build new homes and to provide excellent housing and support. We currently manage over 9,000 homes and employ over 1,000 full and part time staff from our head office in Hemel Hempstead. We have an annual turnover of £120 million and a development programme that will deliver over 400 new affordable homes each year.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£13.26 Per Hour","publishDate":"2025-05-06T13:54:41.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-03T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/32f725a9-7447-40ff-a663-a001bd1bea3f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"15881b63-8d22-4f1d-a120-90dfa1639cf7","title":"Senior Section 106/CIL Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"West Northamptonshire Council is looking for a dedicated and proactive Developer Contributions Officer to help drive forward its place-shaping agenda. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the best developments are delivered across the region.Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Our benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous 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>\n<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n<li>\nPayment 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>\n<li>\nEmployee 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>\n<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA 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>\n<li>\nOur 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>\n<li>\nMaking 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>\n</ul>What will you be doing? In this role, you will support the Principal Enforcement and Monitoring Officer in providing timely and appropriate advice on all matters related to Developer Contributions. You will assist in the monitoring, collection, distribution, and enforcement of Section 106 planning obligations, as well as payments made under Community Infrastructure Levy regulations. Where necessary, you will also take enforcement action to ensure compliance.You will contribute to the development of a flexible and resilient team, working collaboratively to meet service objectives and improve outcomes for the Council and the wider community. Maintaining strong relationships with Councillors, local bodies, and community groups, including Parish and Town Councils, will be a key part of your role, ensuring effective communication and a customer-focused approach to planning matters.About you You will need to be methodical, have an attention to detail and be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about planning and development, with a commitment to delivering positive change in West Northamptonshire. If you are ready to make an impact, we would love to hear from you. About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,234 to £40,778","publishDate":"2025-05-06T10:10:34.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-05T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b9bdd9f2-ea99-48c8-b05a-434d7587ba47.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"8ececc25-975f-4f8c-aac2-c88ad37fe66c","title":"Senior Building Control Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"As a new authority, we’re embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers, and communities. There is tremendous opportunity for an ambitious, dynamic, and spirited Building Control professional to exert a lasting influence over design, construction, safety, sustainability, and welfare, as well as protecting a rich and colourful heritage. You’ll find yourself in a position where your input can really make a difference and significantly benefit the future development of West Northamptonshire.Our benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous 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>\n<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n<li>\nPayment 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>\n<li>\nEmployee 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>\n<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA 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>\n<li>\nOur 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>\n<li>\nMaking 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>\n</ul>What will you be doing? This role will include checking plans, visiting sites, providing advice to building professionals, the public and the Council as well as contributing to the quality and safety of the built environment in accordance with national standards. The candidate would also be required to deal with dangerous structures, the investigation and resolution of breaches of the Building Regulations and be responsible for ensuring Partner Authority applications are administered and checked according to the LABC Partner Authority Scheme. About you In this role the successful candidate will be working closely with the Principal and Senior Building Control Surveyors, you’ll help ensure that the Council’s statutory functions are properly carried out in dealing with the building regulations and associated legislative controls including fire, health and safety matters relating to buildings and structures. The candidate should be a corporate member of RICS, CABE or equivalent and be a Class 2 (C to F) Registered Building inspector. About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>. If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,816 - £45,175","publishDate":"2025-05-06T09:30:01.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-05T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/82455913-04f9-4873-a261-bafd613f75e3.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"32a87e31-cd0d-43fb-beab-a0ecbdf86972","title":"Building Control Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Building Control team for a new Building Control Officer.You will be accountable to the Principal Building Control Officer, with support from the Team Leader - Building Control. The role sits within Planning and Building Control Service which is part of the Place Directorate in West Northamptonshire Council.The role primarily involves undertaking site visits, rather than working from the primary office base. We are open to discussions about flexible working. This role has been identified as a part-flexible worker type, this means that you will be able to work from other work locations and when not working from an office you will be work remotely (including from home or on site).Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Our benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous 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>\n<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n<li>\nPayment 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>\n<li>\nEmployee 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>\n<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA 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>\n<li>\nOur 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>\n<li>\nMaking 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>\n</ul>What will you be doing? You will assist with site inspections, plan vetting/approval and supervision of building work, which relates to the Building Regulations and allied legislation and to provide a professional Building Control service. You will ensure that WNC Building Control is recognised as delivering an excellent service for all our customers.About you We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to work within our recently reorganised Building Control team.You will need to be methodical, have an attention to detail and be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written.An in depth knowledge of the internal computer administration system (DEF) is preferred.About us At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,234 to £40,778","publishDate":"2025-05-06T09:25:25.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-05T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/fa093fcf-9a09-4f87-be30-9393b95563c9.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"009f6ed4-7b73-4efc-a4f4-f32b56d27a03","title":"Care Assistant - Litslade Farm","employer":"Hightown Housing Association","department":"","location":"Newton Longville","locationType":3,"description":"About Us\nAt Hightown, we`re a housing charity that builds homes and supports people. In Newton Longville, near Bletchley, Milton Keynes we provide high-quality care and support to adults with learning and physical disabilities.\nWe are looking for some great new Care Assistants to join our team who have the right values, behaviours and attitudes to be the difference.\nWho we are looking for\nWe`re keen to recruit individuals who care regardless of qualifications or experience. We care more about you sharing and demonstrating our values, which are:\n<ul>\n<li>Putting our residents and service users first\n</li>\n<li>Treating people with respect, promoting independence and choice</li>\n<li>Developing passionate and committed teams</li>\n<li>Being cost effective without compromising standards or safety</li>\n</ul>\nWe will give you all the training and support you need to do the role including a qualification in health and social care, if you don`t already have one.\nIf you share our values, we`d love you to work for us.\nWe have full and part time roles available (22.5 hours, 30 hours & 37.5 hours per week).\nTypical shift rotas are 0700 to 1500 / 1400 to 2200 including some weekend working.\nYou will need to have a full UK driving licence for the role.\nAbout the Role\nYou`ll be empowering our service users to lead the life they want and you`ll support them to get involved with the community and maintain relationships with their friends and families. They enjoy visiting the local cinema, attending church and taking part in activities at the local leisure centre.\nYou`ll join a strong, supportive team who are great communicators and able to engage with our residents who are mainly nonverbal or who have limited verbal communication skills. As part of the role you will be required to provide personal care and support with eating and drinking. It is a challenging but rewarding role where you can really be the difference to someone`s life.\nTo be considered for this role you will need to have the right to work in the UK and have a valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes. Additionally you will be comfortable with providing personal care for our residents (toilet/dressing etc).\nBenefits\nIn return for your hard work and commitment, we offer a benefits package which includes:\n<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave allowance of 33 days per year, including statutory bank holidays, rising to 35 days with service</li>\n<li>£12.24 per hour </li>\n<li>Mileage paid for car usage</li>\n<li>Fully paid DBS</li>\n<li>Annual bonus based on satisfactory performance</li>\n<li>Monthly attendance bonus on top of your basic salary</li>\n<li>Regular support from your line manager and colleagues</li>\n<li>Commitment to health and wellbeing with the Five Ways to Wellbeing</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and support to deliver outstanding care</li>\n<li>Workplace pension scheme and life assurance of three times your annual salary</li>\n<li>Employee assistance helpline</li>\n</ul>\nAppointment to this position will be subject to satisfactory right to work, enhanced DBS, reference and medical checks.\nPlease note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on an ongoing basis and therefore we may close the vacancy early. Interested applicants are therefore encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure they are considered\nTo stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit SAFERjobs, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the SAFERjobs website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search.\nWe are an Equal Opportunities Employer.\nWe are a Disability Confident Employer","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£12.24 per hour","publishDate":"2025-04-23T11:49:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-21T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/599506fa-6e49-485f-82d7-a8425e84dc2f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ec03e6e9-dd2f-4372-84c2-880135204f51","title":"Technical Support Officer (Fixed Term Contract)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous 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>\n<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n<li>\nPayment 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>\n<li>\nEmployee 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>\n<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA 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>\n<li>\nOur 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>\n<li>\nMaking 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>\n</ul><h2>About the role</h2>Our Technical Support team is the engine room that supports the entire Planning and Building Control Service. Our Support Officers are the interface with the council’s Customer Services team and provide high quality communication and technical advice to our service users. The team registers and validates all planning and building control applications and is responsible for leading our programme of process reviews, our system updates as well as driving and monitoring our overall service performance. As a Technical Support Officer, your main role is to make sure everyone – customers, the public, both internal and external stakeholders (including our Councillors) – receive high quality, consistent and efficient support for the effective administration and performance management of the Planning and Building Control Service. You will play a key role in supporting the Head of Development Management, Technical Support Team Leaders and all other members of the Planning Service in their role and duties. <h2>Additional information</h2>You will need a genuine interest in the planning and building control environment and an interest in ensuring our community in West Northants thrives. Our ideal person will have experience working in a busy customer focused area and have fantastic communication skills as you will engage with the public and handle their feedback, making sure everything aligns with our corporate standards. Plus, you will pitch in with process improvements, communications strategies, and training programs. In planning and building control, we are passionate about people, places and sustainability. We balance development to support new housing and jobs with protecting the environment for future generations and our commitment to net zero by 2030. We want to create an outstanding natural environment, fit for future generations. If this is something that you feel excited about, we’d love to hear from you.<h2>Company information</h2> At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28716 - £30251","publishDate":"2025-04-22T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/fc98e10e-31e7-4f58-b82e-e66a02fa9b6e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b9d22ce7-1e47-4ee7-9588-1ad4f159256a","title":"Senior Section 106/CIL Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous 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>\n<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n<li>\nPayment 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>\n<li>\nEmployee 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>\n<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA 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>\n<li>\nOur 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>\n<li>\nMaking 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>\n</ul><h2>About the role</h2>West Northamptonshire Council is looking for a dedicated and proactive Developer Contributions Officer to help drive forward its place-shaping agenda. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the best developments are delivered across the region.Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. <h2>Additional information</h2>You will need to be methodical, have an attention to detail and be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about planning and development, with a commitment to delivering positive change in West Northamptonshire. If you are ready to make an impact, we would love to hear from you. <h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>.If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,234 to £40,778","publishDate":"2025-04-07T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-13T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b6b2a2b0-ea5a-4487-8fd9-ace0348c891e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c35da85b-c0b6-4e64-973c-8612e25e4075","title":"Senior Building Control Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous 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>\n<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n<li>\nPayment 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>\n<li>\nEmployee 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>\n<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA 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>\n<li>\nOur 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>\n<li>\nMaking 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>\n</ul><h2>About the role</h2>As a new authority, we’re embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers, and communities. There is tremendous opportunity for an ambitious, dynamic, and spirited Building Control professional to exert a lasting influence over design, construction, safety, sustainability, and welfare, as well as protecting a rich and colourful heritage. You’ll find yourself in a position where your input can really make a difference and significantly benefit the future development of West Northamptonshire.<h2>Additional information</h2>In this role the successful candidate will be working closely with the Principal and Senior Building Control Surveyors, you’ll help ensure that the Council’s statutory functions are properly carried out in dealing with the building regulations and associated legislative controls including fire, health and safety matters relating to buildings and structures. The candidate should be a corporate member of RICS, CABE or equivalent and be a Class 2 (C to F) Registered Building inspector. <h2>Company information</h2> At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. Hear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU We are committed to ensuring diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion is woven into the fabric of WNC and everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and maximize their full potential.  We are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partnerThe following film was created by us to communicate our intentions - watch WNC colleagues explain <a href=\"https://youtu.be/16hhIWCZ7xM\">what DEI means to us</a>. If you need additional support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, including needing the job description in another format or language, please email <a href=\"mailto:careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> for support.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42,861 - £46,304 + £5,000 Market Factor","publishDate":"2025-03-04T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-21T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/43de3124-ef58-4546-88cf-ae2eaa948a04.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e39e7af9-d979-4ff7-accf-8c659dcf9c43","title":"Building Control Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:<ul>\n<li>\nGenerous 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>\n<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n<li>\nPayment 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>\n<li>\nEmployee 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>\n<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>\nA 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>\n<li>\nOur 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>\n<li>\nMaking 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>\n</ul><h2>About the role</h2>An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Building Control team for a new Building Control Officer.You will be accountable to the Principal Building Control Officer, with support from the Team Leader - Building Control. The role sits within Planning and Building Control Service which is part of the Place Directorate in West Northamptonshire Council.The role primarily involves undertaking site visits, rather than working from the primary office base. We are open to discussions about flexible working. This role has been identified as a part-flexible worker type, this means that you will be able to work from other work locations and when not working from an office you will be work remotely (including from home or on site).Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. <h2>Additional information</h2>We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic individual to work within our recently reorganised Building Control team.You will need to be methodical, have an attention to detail and be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written.An in depth knowledge of the internal computer administration system (DEF) is preferred.<h2>Company information</h2>At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.Our vision is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. 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Major Planning Applications Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£49,587 - £52,860 + Market Factor Supplement

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Senior Planning Policy Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£42,861 - £46,304

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Closing in 2 days

Estate Services Gardener

Peabody

£26,583 per annum

Enfield & Stevenage (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Senior Planning Policy Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£42,861 - £46,304

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Support Worker - 4 Old Barn

Hightown Housing Association

£13.26 Per Hour

Gawcott (On-Site)

Posted 15 days ago

Senior Section 106/CIL Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£38,234 to £40,778

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 15 days ago

Senior Building Control Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£41,816 - £45,175

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 15 days ago

Building Control Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£38,234 to £40,778

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 15 days ago

Closing today

Care Assistant - Litslade Farm

Hightown Housing Association

£12.24 per hour

Newton Longville (On-Site)

Posted 28 days ago

Technical Support Officer (Fixed Term Contract)

West Northamptonshire Council

£28716 - £30251

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 28 days ago

Senior Section 106/CIL Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£38,234 to £40,778

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 30+ days ago

Senior Building Control Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£42,861 - £46,304 + £5,000 Market Factor

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 30+ days ago

Building Control Officer

West Northamptonshire Council

£39,190 - £41,797 + £5,000 Market Factor

Towcester (On-Site)

Posted 30+ days ago

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13 job vacancies in Milton Keynes

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Major Planning Applications Officer

Senior Planning Policy Officer

Estate Services Gardener

Senior Planning Policy Officer

Support Worker - 4 Old Barn

Senior Section 106/CIL Officer

Senior Building Control Officer

Building Control Officer

Care Assistant - Litslade Farm

Technical Support Officer (Fixed Term Contract)

Senior Section 106/CIL Officer

Senior Building Control Officer

Building Control Officer

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job vacancies in Milton Keynes