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The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils.\nOur workforce are our most valuable asset and are pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.\nWe value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.\nAt NCT equality, diversity and inclusion are part of us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation.  We are a disability confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.\nJoin our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference.","shortDescription":"Northamptonshire Children's Trust seeks experienced Social Workers to support children and families, offering benefits and a supportive work environment.","salaryDescription":"£39,384 - £42,620","publishDate":"2025-05-07T11:59:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-28T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/a7a0083a-9661-418a-9b86-04da9af5bad9.png","score":1,"featured":true,"enhanced":true},{"id":"61a0bfd3-b949-4c65-9681-bc2b46679c59","title":"Housing Options Team Leader","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>This is an exciting time to join our Housing Solutions service! Following the creation of West Northants Council in 2021, we are on a journey of shaping the new Housing Solutions Service which restructured in June 2024. West 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 supportive environment.Want to know more or chat about our flexible and hybrid working? Please email our Housing Options Manager – <a href=\"mailto:kay.gilbert@westnorthants.gov.uk\">kay.gilbert@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>We have two positions for Housing Options Team Leader, one is a permanent position, and the other one is a 12-month fixed term role. Please indicate in your application whether you are applying for the permanent position or the fixed-term, or whether you would like to be considered for both.<h2>Additional information</h2>You will need to demonstrate excellent leadership skills and the ability to develop, support, empower and motivate a team to achieve their goals. You will have developed these skills through experience of leading and motivating teams in a customer focused environment, with a strong background within homelessness. You should be solutions-driven and have an adaptable approach to working, to thrive in a busy environment with a positive approach to challenges! You will have previous experience and knowledge of working in a frontline housing advice service conducting thorough investigations of complex cases, and you will have detailed knowledge of homelessness and housing legislation, policy, and guidance. Your communication skills will be exemplary, with the ability to communicate complex issues in simple language, and with compassion and empathy.You will be able to adeptly develop and manage the Housing Options team processes whilst also being able use your own initiative to 'think outside of the box’. You are driven and committed to meet targets and achieve positive outcomes, and you will be instrumental in delivering and interpreting complex information and data to make informed decisions about service development.<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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We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Business Support Officer to join our Adults teams and help us deliver outstanding services to our community.Our teams work with a wide range of individuals including vulnerable adults, the elderly, people with physical, sensory or cognitive impairments, and people with mental health needs. We are the first point of contact for those in our communities and people we support. We are passionate about working with people to promote independence and dedicated to making a difference in the community.As a Business Support Officer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Northampton North and East Community team based at Olympus House in Northampton. You’ll manage data, coordinate and facilitate meetings, handle correspondence, and ensure the smooth running of administrative systems. Your work will directly support our care management teams and help improve outcomes for adults and transitioning individuals in our community.The key point to the role is to provide accurate records and delivering essential administrative support, to ensure communication is up to date and delivered to our Adult Social Care teams in relation to each person we support.At WNC, we believe in helping our people THRIVE:• Trust – We’re honest, transparent, and accountable.• High Performing – We do the basics well and strive for excellence.• Respect – We value diversity and support each other.• Innovate – We embrace creativity and growth.• Value – We seek continuous improvement.• Empower – We trust and support our people to succeed. We offer a supportive team environment, and opportunities for personal and professional development.This role is a permanent full time position (37 hours a week) based in Olympus House Northampton. The role has been identified as a fixed worker type; this means that you will be expected to work from an office, you will not normally be working from home.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? This role is accountable to the Senior Business Support Officer overseeing the Northampton Community teams.Your role as a Business Support Officer is to manage communication correspondence, such as being the first point of contact via telephone, receiving calls from vulnerable members of the community and their families. Supporting in meetings, assisting with processing purchase orders, maintaining spreadsheets, taking accurate minutes of meetings and anything else that may be required. You will need to maintain accurate records and provide proactive administrative support. Maximising productivity, minimising errors, and managing information securely using Office 365 and internal IT systems.Key Responsibilities• Maintain accurate records and databases to support case management.• Provide confidential administrative support to the teams.• Handle correspondence and telephone enquiries with professionalism.• Arrange and minute inter-agency and departmental meetings.• Assist in processing financial claims and payments in line with council guidelines.• Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards.About you Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Impact! Are you passionate about making a difference?We’re looking for someone who is:<ul>\n<li>A strong communicator with excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li>\n<li>Confident working across several teams and also working autonomously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li>\n<li>Skilled in being proactive and prioritising tasks and being able to meet deadlines.</li>\n<li>Proficient in Office 365 (or willing to learn).</li>\n<li>Experienced in administrative roles, ideally within a busy office environment.</li>\n</ul>A friendly and reliable demeanour is essential, as you will contribute to a positive working atmosphere and interact with many people, including internal and external colleagues and members of the public.Attention to detail in producing clear, concise and accurate records is key. The ideal applicant will have experience in taking minutes and written case/care notes. Knowledge of our internal systems would be beneficial.If you're ready to bring these qualities to our team and make a difference, we encourage you to apply. If you have any queries regarding this role, please email the Senior Business Support Officer: <a href=\"mailto:Andreea.Hobeanu@westnorthants.gov.uk\">Andreea.Hobeanu@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>.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>. 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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 Care Assistants to join our team who have the right values, behaviours and attitudes to be the difference.We have part time (22.5 & 30 hours) and full time (37.5) roles available.Who we are looking forWe are keen to recruit individuals who care regardless of qualifications or experience. We care more about you sharing and demonstrating our values, which are:<ul>\n<li>Putting our residents and service users first</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>We will give you all the training and support you need to do the role including a fully funded qualification in health and social care and we will support you with your career aspirations.If you share our values, we would love you to work for us.About the roleYou 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>Sleep ins will be required.If this sounds like the right opportunity for you or you want to have an informal chat, please contact us on 01442 292291 orBenefitsIn 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>£12.24 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 considered. Appointment 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. 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We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Business Support Officer to join our Adults teams and help us deliver outstanding services to our community.Our teams work with a wide range of individuals including vulnerable adults, the elderly, people with physical, sensory or cognitive impairments, and people with mental health needs. We are the first point of contact for those in our communities and people we support. We are passionate about working with people to promote independence and dedicated to making a difference in the community.As a Business Support Officer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Review and Learning Disabilities teams. You’ll manage data, coordinate and facilitate meetings, handle correspondence, and ensure the smooth running of administrative systems. Your work will directly support our care management teams and help improve outcomes for adults and transitioning individuals in our community.The key point to the role is to provide accurate records and delivering essential administrative support, to ensure communication is up to date and delivered to our Adult Social Care teams in relation to each person we support.At WNC, we believe in helping our people THRIVE:• Trust – We’re honest, transparent, and accountable.• High Performing – We do the basics well and strive for excellence.• Respect – We value diversity and support each other.• Innovate – We embrace creativity and growth.• Value – We seek continuous improvement.• Empower – We trust and support our people to succeed.We offer a supportive team environment, and opportunities for personal and professional development.Please note: This a 1 year fixed term position and will be a part time role (18.5 hours) based in One Angel Square Northampton. The role has been identified as a fixed worker type; this means that you will be expected to work from an office, you will not normally be working from home.<h2>Additional information</h2>Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Impact! Are you passionate about making a difference?We're looking for someone who is:<ul>\n<li>A strong communicator with excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. </li>\n<li>Confident working across several teams and also working autonomously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. </li>\n<li>Skilled in being proactive and prioritising tasks and being able to meet deadlines. </li>\n<li>Proficient in Office 365 (or willing to learn). </li>\n<li>Experienced in administrative roles, ideally within a busy office environment. </li>\n</ul>A friendly and reliable demeanour is essential, as you will contribute to a positive working atmosphere and interact with many people, including internal and external colleagues and members of the public.Attention to detail in producing clear, concise and accurate records is key. The ideal applicant will have experience in taking minutes and written case/care notes. Knowledge of our internal systems would be beneficial.If you're ready to bring these qualities to our team and make a difference, we encourage you to apply. If you have any queries regarding this role, please email the Senior Business Support Officer: <a href=\"mailto:Demi.Bradshaw@westnorthants.gov.uk\">Demi.Bradshaw@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> or Adult Social Care Business Manager: <a href=\"mailto:Stuart.Evans@westnorthants.gov.uk\">Stuart.Evans@westnorthants.gov.uk</a><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>. 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We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Business Support Officer to join our Adults teams and help us deliver outstanding services to our community.Our teams work with a wide range of individuals including vulnerable adults, the elderly, people with physical, sensory or cognitive impairments, and people with mental health needs. We are the first point of contact for those in our communities and people we support. We are passionate about working with people to promote independence and dedicated to making a difference in the community.As a Business Support Officer, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the Northampton North and East Community team based at Olympus House in Northampton. You’ll manage data, coordinate and facilitate meetings, handle correspondence, and ensure the smooth running of administrative systems. Your work will directly support our care management teams and help improve outcomes for adults and transitioning individuals in our community.The key point to the role is to provide accurate records and delivering essential administrative support, to ensure communication is up to date and delivered to our Adult Social Care teams in relation to each person we support.At WNC, we believe in helping our people THRIVE:• Trust – We’re honest, transparent, and accountable.• High Performing – We do the basics well and strive for excellence.• Respect – We value diversity and support each other.• Innovate – We embrace creativity and growth.• Value – We seek continuous improvement.• Empower – We trust and support our people to succeed. We offer a supportive team environment, and opportunities for personal and professional development.This role is a permanent full time position (37 hours a week) based in Olympus House Northampton. The role has been identified as a fixed worker type; this means that you will be expected to work from an office, you will not normally be working from home.<h2>Additional information</h2>Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Impact! Are you passionate about making a difference?We’re looking for someone who is:<ul>\n<li>A strong communicator with excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.</li>\n<li>Confident working across several teams and also working autonomously in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</li>\n<li>Skilled in being proactive and prioritising tasks and being able to meet deadlines.</li>\n<li>Proficient in Office 365 (or willing to learn).</li>\n<li>Experienced in administrative roles, ideally within a busy office environment.</li>\n</ul>A friendly and reliable demeanour is essential, as you will contribute to a positive working atmosphere and interact with many people, including internal and external colleagues and members of the public.Attention to detail in producing clear, concise and accurate records is key. The ideal applicant will have experience in taking minutes and written case/care notes. 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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":"£26,914 - £27,781","publishDate":"2025-05-20T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/24977568-cf46-47ca-8efa-cef6c32a922b.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f87fb2e2-b4e7-486a-abd5-4545cdd6fcad","title":"Major Planning Applications 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>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":"2025-06-22T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e3394115-a4a7-4713-80cc-218a5022997e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e372b756-dd1e-4cfe-b0f4-01f0110cd951","title":"Senior Cook (Southfields)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"Southfields Care home Rated GOOD by CQC provides exceptional levels of support to older persons living with Dementia, Physical disabilities or /and Sensory impairments.Situated in a residential suburb in Northampton, offering a wonderful living environment in which residents can enjoy an enhanced quality of life.We have teams of friendly and committed staff who provide the highest level of dementia care and residential care.With our great accommodation and facilities and a programme of activities, our care home evoke a home from home atmosphere in which our residents can feel comfortable, content and very well cared for. 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>Car Lease scheme</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>\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? <ul>\n<li>To be responsible for the day-to-day preparation and cooking of meals for the elderly residents within your team. To include modified textured, diets.</li>\n<li>Supervise and support other experienced kitchen staff.</li>\n<li>Take charge of the annual budget.</li>\n<li>Liaise with suppliers to order and receive goods.</li>\n<li>Responsible for ensuring that all health and safety standards are met.</li>\n</ul>Working 37 hours per week to include, alternate weekends. Between 8am - 6pm. About you <ul>\n<li>Previous experience within a kitchen/catering environment, ideally as a senior or lead a team. </li>\n<li>Relevant qualifications within Food Hygiene.</li>\n<li>Proven ability to budget.</li>\n<li>Possess the understanding of the importance of treating each resident's request as paramount. </li>\n</ul>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.We may close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications for the role early.About us Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council 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.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.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26,914","publishDate":"2025-05-15T15:37:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-28T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dc7c6a99-3292-42c0-b422-787d7f762306.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f80e4dd2-5208-44e8-83dd-36fd633685d7","title":"Visitor Economy and Tourism Strategy Manager","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"We are seeking a determined and creative individual to join our dynamic service here at West Northamptonshire Council. The Visitor Economy & Tourism Strategy Manager will develop strategic initiatives to utilise national opportunities for local benefits, develop and deliver campaigns to drive increase footfall & spend, plus showcasing West Northamptonshire to a global audience. Working with the wider LVEP partners, you will utilise your experience and knowledge to drive travel trade, increase overnight stays, support attractions to locate and grow in the area, plus enhance the visitor experience.West Northamptonshire is a place of huge opportunity, world renowned skills, and locational advantage. We in the Economic Growth & Inward Investment Service are at the forefront of capitalising on these strategic assets and establishing new opportunities for growth. Working innovatively, we are proactive in our approach to supporting and growing the local economy with a strong focus on the following areas:<ul>\n<li>Tourism & the Visitor Economy</li>\n<li>Inward Investment & Business Growth</li>\n<li>Town Centres & Markets</li>\n<li>Funding Programmes & Projects</li>\n</ul>Home to over 20,000 businesses and more than 425,000 residents, the value of West Northamptonshire's economy (GVA) was valued at around £11.5bn in 2022, supporting around 214,700 jobs. In addition, around 20m visitors flock to the area each year, generated over a £1bn and supporting 14,000 jobs. We want to support and grow the local economy, meaning that our Team must establish a high-profile reputation across the world that West Northants is a place where everyone can thrive, supporting businesses & attractions to locate & grow here, upskilling the local labour market and ensuring there are opportunities for all. We must showcase West Northants (and wider Northamptonshire) as a destination for tourism, investment, business and quality of life.This role will be essential in showcasing West Northamptonshire as a destination for visitors, leading on the implementation of the Northamptonshire Tourism Strategy and the Local Visitor Economy Partnership.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? You will be responsible for driving the delivery of the Northamptonshire Tourism Strategy for West Northamptonshire Council, including local initiatives and working as part of the county-wide Local Visitor Economy Partnership, promoting the tourism & visitor economy. This includes ensuring the opportunities and potential to develop the visitor economy are maximised in West Northamptonshire, including enhancing existing assets and developing new opportunities, delivering maximum benefit to the local authority, driving visitor numbers and local spend.You will work with colleagues within the wider Economic Growth & Inward Investment service to ensure the visitor economy is a recognised growth sector and support initiatives to enhance this industry and create opportunities with the Inward Investment & Business Growth Team and the Funding & Programmes Team.You will lead a dynamic team to capitalise on opportunities to showcase West Northamptonshire as a destination to visit time and time again on a global stage. You’ll take a lead in a multi-agency approach working with departmental teams, external businesses/attractions, stakeholders and partners such as Visit England to maximise the success rate of the service, to improve the visitor economy, resulting in increased visits and value of visits, increased inward investment, more jobs and greater GVA.You will be taking the reins on driving the visitor economy for West Northamptonshire, effectively working with stakeholders and partners as necessary to deliver largescale initiatives and activities that provide tailored business support to local attractions whilst attracting new businesses/attractions into the area. You will act as a driving force for all areas of the visitor economy including place marketing, business support, promoting the industry, upskilling the local workforce and establishing a collaborative approach to benefit residents and visitors.Utilising the local strengths in heritage, sporting excellence, events management, culture and more, you will deliver activities in line with the community that promote the unique selling point of West Northamptonshire and the wider County to boost the local visitor economy.About you We’re looking for an expert in the field with proven experience & skills, able to drive and lead initiatives to enable economic growth and make a significant contribution to tourism and the visitor economy. You will be well versed in the background relating to Local Visitor Economy Partnerships and have experience working with Destination Management Organisations and securing support and funding relating to tourism. You will be passionate about working innovatively to showcase West Northamptonshire as the perfect destination for visitors, combining creativity with finely honed project management skills to achieve tangible outcomes.You will be a charismatic manager, able to support your team to deliver a range of successful initiatives and projects to deal with highly specialised issues relating to the visitor economy and business growth. You will be highly capable and experienced in order to contribute to the strategic development of the service.Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills are key. We are also looking for significant experience of working with a range of internal and external partners and forging successful partnerships alongside account management to achieve high performance and significant, sustainable accomplishments for the service.Ideally you will have previous experience of facilitating business growth within a local authority, with experience of project management, place-marketing and an understanding of the commercial landscape. You will be able to smoothly manage and develop a pipeline of enquiries, handling all relevant processes whilst being able to use your own initiative to 'think outside of the box’. You’ll use your great attention to detail to ensure our activities are innovative, creative and achieve high level results.Finally, your knowledge of achieving economic growth initiatives will be utilised as part of the wider service, showing your ability to thrive as a team player as well as lead on projects relating to business growth. You will combine sales and marketing experience, along with expert knowledge to champion business growth and investment in the area.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":"£49,587 - £52,860","publishDate":"2025-05-15T14:38:23.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/dc4452ae-6975-497b-986d-eee802413463.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5f12308f-7cd5-47c7-a590-a243881f6507","title":"Public Health Principal","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>West Northants Public Health Team is looking for an innovative and experienced Public Health Principal to provide strategic expertise in our Children, Young People and All Age Mental Health portfolio. With substantial changes having taken place in recent years, Public Health is now on an exciting journey to realign to its newly defined priorities with this role playing an important part.<h2>Additional information</h2>The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of working in a Public Health or similar setting, with significant knowledge of Public Health principles and theories. In addition, you will also have knowledge and/or experience of working on initiatives or interventions to improve outcomes for children and young people or people with mental health, learning disabilities or autism. You will have strong leadership and motivational skills, a flexible approach and the ability to work well with both internal and external partners.If you meet the required criteria and you think this sounds like a great opportunity for you, please apply today or for further information contact <a href=\"mailto:racha.fayad@westnorthants.gov.uk\" title=\"mailto:racha.fayad@westnorthants.gov.uk\">racha.fayad@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>Interviews are anticipated to take place in the w/c 9th and 16th of June.<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":"£65,098 - £71,353","publishDate":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-29T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/8d27b85c-9e23-4037-a71b-b3c85ec71f90.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f0402bcb-45e9-455b-94b6-6daab4e5ff55","title":"Visitor Economy and Tourism Strategy Manager","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>We are seeking a determined and creative individual to join our dynamic service here at West Northamptonshire Council. The Visitor Economy & Tourism Strategy Manager will develop strategic initiatives to utilise national opportunities for local benefits, develop and deliver campaigns to drive increase footfall & spend, plus showcasing West Northamptonshire to a global audience. Working with the wider LVEP partners, you will utilise your experience and knowledge to drive travel trade, increase overnight stays, support attractions to locate and grow in the area, plus enhance the visitor experience.West Northamptonshire is a place of huge opportunity, world renowned skills, and locational advantage. We in the Economic Growth & Inward Investment Service are at the forefront of capitalising on these strategic assets and establishing new opportunities for growth. Working innovatively, we are proactive in our approach to supporting and growing the local economy with a strong focus on the following areas:<ul>\n<li>Tourism & the Visitor Economy</li>\n<li>Inward Investment & Business Growth</li>\n<li>Town Centres & Markets</li>\n<li>Funding Programmes & Projects</li>\n</ul>Home to over 20,000 businesses and more than 425,000 residents, the value of West Northamptonshire's economy (GVA) was valued at around £11.5bn in 2022, supporting around 214,700 jobs. In addition, around 20m visitors flock to the area each year, generated over a £1bn and supporting 14,000 jobs. We want to support and grow the local economy, meaning that our Team must establish a high-profile reputation across the world that West Northants is a place where everyone can thrive, supporting businesses & attractions to locate & grow here, upskilling the local labour market and ensuring there are opportunities for all. We must showcase West Northants (and wider Northamptonshire) as a destination for tourism, investment, business and quality of life.This role will be essential in showcasing West Northamptonshire as a destination for visitors, leading on the implementation of the Northamptonshire Tourism Strategy and the Local Visitor Economy Partnership.<h2>Additional information</h2>We’re looking for an expert in the field with proven experience & skills, able to drive and lead initiatives to enable economic growth and make a significant contribution to tourism and the visitor economy. You will be well versed in the background relating to Local Visitor Economy Partnerships and have experience working with Destination Management Organisations and securing support and funding relating to tourism. You will be passionate about working innovatively to showcase West Northamptonshire as the perfect destination for visitors, combining creativity with finely honed project management skills to achieve tangible outcomes.You will be a charismatic manager, able to support your team to deliver a range of successful initiatives and projects to deal with highly specialised issues relating to the visitor economy and business growth. You will be highly capable and experienced in order to contribute to the strategic development of the service.Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills are key. We are also looking for significant experience of working with a range of internal and external partners and forging successful partnerships alongside account management to achieve high performance and significant, sustainable accomplishments for the service.Ideally you will have previous experience of facilitating business growth within a local authority, with experience of project management, place-marketing and an understanding of the commercial landscape. You will be able to smoothly manage and develop a pipeline of enquiries, handling all relevant processes whilst being able to use your own initiative to 'think outside of the box’. You’ll use your great attention to detail to ensure our activities are innovative, creative and achieve high level results.Finally, your knowledge of achieving economic growth initiatives will be utilised as part of the wider service, showing your ability to thrive as a team player as well as lead on projects relating to business growth. You will combine sales and marketing experience, along with expert knowledge to champion business growth and investment in the area.<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","publishDate":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-15T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/93bcb53d-7e2a-45fd-bdfd-609228c2fa70.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"744b6ca4-d0b4-48ff-af63-3be24f9a0d9d","title":"Direct Payment Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>This role focuses on providing effective, customer-focused support to Direct Payment users and Adult Social Care colleagues through efficient systems and processes. Serving as a key contact for queries, you will manage complex issues when needed.The position involves ensuring an integrated approach to Direct Payments for Financial Operations by assisting with the implementation of new technologies, methodologies, and processes.Additionally, the role includes identifying and investigating potential mismanagement of direct payments by service users and recommending appropriate actions to address any issues.<h2>Additional information</h2>Are you a dynamic professional who thrives in both team settings and independent roles? We are looking for a motivated Direct Payments Officer who is ready to make a difference. In this role, you will empower users by monitoring, supporting, advising, and facilitating their management of Direct Payments packages and finances. You will ensure compliance by checking, monitoring, and analysing financial records and other relevant evidence held by recipients.Additionally, you will actively promote Direct Payments, raise awareness in the community, and contribute to the ongoing development of the service. Staying informed on employment issues and agency provisions is crucial, as is your expertise in using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, along with Finance and Adult Services Systems. You will excel if you possess strong time management skills, thrive under pressure, and are adept at meeting deadlines.The work is varied and challenging, offering you the chance to grow and make a significant impact. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to improving lives through effective management and support of Direct Payments. If you are ready to take on a rewarding and impactful role, 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":"£28,716 - £30,251","publishDate":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/5da3ce2e-bff0-4a30-b1c0-337d4d0dd81d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0940ba86-08cf-41da-b98b-209caddef42a","title":"Locality and Community Development Manager","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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><h2>About the role</h2>The Locality and Community Development Manager is essential in delivering our commitment to place based working, ensuring the effective governance and operation of Local Area Partnerships (LAPs) and embedding our asset-based community development approach. This role involves collaborating with colleagues within West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) and external partners to optimise service delivery and redesign services to address broader health determinants at a local level to effect change. By leveraging data and insights, the role informs action planning and aligns efforts with strategic leads across West Northants. The role coordinates Multi-Agency Teams to achieve Live Your Best Life (LYBL) ambitions, ensuring plans, actions, and outcomes are captured through a robust Monitoring Framework. Additionally, the role involves guiding partners, escalating issues to relevant boards, and managing the development and performance of LAPs. The postholder will also be responsible for the direct line management of between 3-4 Community Development and Inclusion Workers.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 Children and Adults Barred List check. 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.<h2>Additional information</h2>The Locality and Community Development Manager is vital to our place-based work. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to think strategically and have advanced skills in strategic planning, aligning operational activities with broader organisational goals.Proficiency in data analysis and monitoring is essential to inform decision-making, track progress, and evaluate outcomes. Experience in funding and grants management, including navigating funding mechanisms, overseeing financial compliance, and ensuring the effective use of resources in community projects, is also required.A strong advocate for multi-agency working, the candidate will understand the principles of coordination, collaboration, and joint working to foster productive relationships across sectors. Knowledge of community development theories and practices, including an asset based community development approach is highly desirable.Interviews will take place on Friday 6th June 2025.If you would like to discuss further or have any questions, please email <a href=\"mailto:debs.burns@westnorthants.gov.uk\">debs.burns@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> <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":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/b46ca170-a179-48d5-be26-7087787cfeee.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0f7cf9df-dda7-4a35-85a9-d6cb2a2a082a","title":"Senior Cook (Southfields)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","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>Car Lease scheme</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>\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>Southfields Care home Rated GOOD by CQC provides exceptional levels of support to older persons living with Dementia, Physical disabilities or /and Sensory impairments.Situated in a residential suburb in Northampton, offering a wonderful living environment in which residents can enjoy an enhanced quality of life.We have teams of friendly and committed staff who provide the highest level of dementia care and residential care.With our great accommodation and facilities and a programme of activities, our care home evoke a home from home atmosphere in which our residents can feel comfortable, content and very well cared for. <h2>Additional information</h2><ul>\n<li>Previous experience within a kitchen/catering environment, ideally as a senior or lead a team. </li>\n<li>Relevant qualifications within Food Hygiene.</li>\n<li>Proven ability to budget.</li>\n<li>Possess the understanding of the importance of treating each resident's request as paramount. </li>\n</ul>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.We may close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications for the role early.<h2>Company information</h2>Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council 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.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.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£13.95 - £14.40 D.O.E","publishDate":"2025-05-14T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-29T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/c1adc41c-9828-42f7-84df-ca7a836eafcb.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5d719c7a-4f95-4c44-9bf8-98c600ff19cf","title":"Temporary Accommodation Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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><h2>About the role</h2>Do you have a passion for Housing, Homelessness or Property Management? Will you thrive in a fast-paced role dealing with a wide variety of people including those with complex needs? Are you hard working, resilient and able to think clearly under pressure with a solutions based approach? This an exciting role operating on the frontline of West Northants Council response to Homelessness and Housing Solutions. As a new unitary Council, embedding a new structure, this is a great time to join us as we develop staff and shape the way we work in Homelessness and Housing Solutions within our local community providing the best possible service. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. 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.<h2>Additional information</h2>Candidates would have a minimum of two years relevant work experience in a customer focused environment with an ability to work at a fast pace, demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication. You will be a skilled negotiator with an ability to problem solve, prioritise your own workload and make effective contributions to an incredible team. The successful candidate will be resilient, a self-starter and able to make sound decisions.<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":"£34,203 - £37,067","publishDate":"2025-05-13T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e11bb90d-ec60-4af7-ad25-072131c729e6.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d5b4cc71-c4cf-41f2-a4a4-3d764441eb63","title":"Environmental Protection Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to work as an Officer within the Environmental Protection team at West Northants Council.We promise a varied and interesting workload that includes managing a caseload of investigations, customer requests and enforcement referrals, in addition to advising on planning and licensing consultations. There is also the opportunity to improve and protect the quality of the environment including contaminated land, air and noise pollution.The role can be based at any of our three locations, and flexible working will be supported. It will be expected that the successful candidate can attend the office or other locations as required from time to time.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? Working within a team of Environmental Protection Officers to enforce a range of environmental health legislation relating to contaminated land, industrial/commercial emissions, air quality, noise, construction impacts and nuisance.Provide professional advice in accordance with the Council's corporate objectives, statutory responsibilities and environmental policies. Prosecuting breaches of environmental protection, nuisance and public health legislation including investigating, gathering evidence, case file preparation and giving evidence in court.About you You will have excellent communication skills and experience of working with partner organisations to develop strong links with internal colleagues and external partners.Be able to demonstrate specialist knowledge of a subject relevant to the role, such as contaminated land or noise controlYou will have a full driving license and use of a vehicle to undertake the duties of the post.You will fully understand the role in the context of safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.You will be able to use noise and other monitoring equipment to gather data and be able to analyse and interpret resultsAbout 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":"£39,190 - £41,797","publishDate":"2025-05-13T14:37:29.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-01T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/e9ecc24b-e89b-4d3d-8410-59da840efe75.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"913eb936-fabf-4815-94cc-2d909e4e0607","title":"Fraud Support Intelligence Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"Are you looking for a meaningful part-time role (22 ½ hours per week) where you can make a real difference? This is an exciting opportunity to join our team within the Audit & Risk Management Service, supporting our colleagues in the wider Finance Directorate and across the Council.We are looking for a diligent and proactive Fraud Support Intelligence Officer to join the Counter Fraud Team at West Northamptonshire Council. In this key role, you will act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) between the Council and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), ensuring effective communication and the timely exchange of information during welfare benefit fraud investigations. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the protection of public funds by supporting complex investigations and helping to maintain the integrity of our benefit systems.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? You will support benefit fraud investigations by managing the information exchange between the Council and the DWP, ensuring accurate data is shared promptly. Your work will involve preparing evidence and formal statements for potential prosecutions, assessing fraud referrals, and identifying discrepancies through data matching. You’ll also assist with wider fraud enquiries across Council services, deliver awareness sessions, and provide statistical updates to support the team’s ongoing work.About you You will be detail-oriented, methodical, and confident in interpreting and presenting complex information. Your experience working with benefit systems, particularly Housing Benefit and Council Tax, will enable you to make informed decisions and provide high-quality support during investigations. You’ll be comfortable producing formal written reports, liaising with investigators and colleagues, and presenting evidence in court when needed. As a strong communicator and team player, you’ll also have the initiative to work independently and contribute to wider fraud prevention efforts across the Council.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":"£31324 - £33017","publishDate":"2025-05-13T14:04:31.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/37473dda-e8e2-4fbd-b873-e0a6a8d4acbc.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f7aecbe7-5a9d-416e-ae23-421b9861ba3b","title":"Maintenance Supervisor","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>West Northamptonshire Council are seeking a dynamic person to deliver a programme of maintenance and repairs at the Council’s corporate buildings, including reactive, compliance and pre-planned work such as, but not limited to, small decorating jobs, building checks, changing taps, unblocking toilets and maintenance tasks that support keeping WNC corporate buildings safe, warm, and dry.<h2>Additional information</h2>This role is accountable to the One Angel Square Facilities Manager, responsible for the direct line management of the Trainee Maintenance Officer and the distribution and checking of the Maintenance Officers work. The role sits within Assets and Environment, part of the Place, Economy, and Environment Directorate in West Northamptonshire Council.The successful applicant should have previous experience of managing people and be able to work on their own initiative, with minimum supervision. The role involves physical exertion and manual handling experience is essential, as is the ability to assess and mitigate risks.A full clean driving licence is essential to this role. <h2>Company information</h2>We're a new council, following one of the largest shake-ups in local government reform in recent history. As a new authority, we're embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers and communities.Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council 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 Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href=\"https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU\">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>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.When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.West Northants Council, where careers thrive.Should you require the Job Description in another format or language, please contact: <a href=\"mailto:Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk\">Careers@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31,324 - £33,017","publishDate":"2025-05-12T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-25T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/22b8a3ba-0d29-4722-9168-0fbd4b39f799.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e57175c0-da65-45ec-a6b0-1d0f4e2219d4","title":"Fraud Support Intelligence Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>Are you looking for a meaningful part-time role (22 ½ hours per week) where you can make a real difference? This is an exciting opportunity to join our team within the Audit & Risk Management Service, supporting our colleagues in the wider Finance Directorate and across the Council.We are looking for a diligent and proactive Fraud Support Intelligence Officer to join the Counter Fraud Team at West Northamptonshire Council. In this key role, you will act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) between the Council and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), ensuring effective communication and the timely exchange of information during welfare benefit fraud investigations. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the protection of public funds by supporting complex investigations and helping to maintain the integrity of our benefit systems.<h2>Additional information</h2>You will be detail-oriented, methodical, and confident in interpreting and presenting complex information. Your experience working with benefit systems, particularly Housing Benefit and Council Tax, will enable you to make informed decisions and provide high-quality support during investigations. You’ll be comfortable producing formal written reports, liaising with investigators and colleagues, and presenting evidence in court when needed. As a strong communicator and team player, you’ll also have the initiative to work independently and contribute to wider fraud prevention efforts across the Council.<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":"£31324 - £33017","publishDate":"2025-05-12T23:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/3d2d8628-51de-447d-9776-8d47271c6e12.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"38f6e3dc-facc-4f65-af34-06b5ca1f6a0b","title":"Environmental Protection Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"<h2>Job introduction</h2>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>.<h2>About the role</h2>We are seeking three enthusiastic and self-motivated person to work as an Officer within the Environmental Protection team at West Northants Council.We promise a varied and interesting workload that includes managing a caseload of investigations, customer requests and enforcement referrals, in addition to advising on planning and licensing consultations. There is also the opportunity to improve and protect the quality of the environment including contaminated land, air and noise pollution.The role can be based at any of our three locations, and flexible working will be supported. 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