Location: Cockermouth 

Salary: Fee based position, £516 per day (as per JNC Coroners Circular no. 69)

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 13th April 2025

Interview date: Wednesday 18th June 2025

Cumberland Council is seeking to appoint three (3) additional Assistant Coroners for the Cumbria coroner’s area, to support the Senior and Area Coroners across the full range of coroner duties, and to help ensure the delivery of high-quality coronial service to the people of Cumbria.

About the post:

Cumberland Council is looking for exceptional candidates, with excellent proven organisational, management and efficiency skills, as well as experience of exercising sound judgement and communicating effectively. You will work closely with the Senior Coroner and Area Coroner to ensure the running of an efficient coroner service that puts the bereaved at the heart of its service.  

You will be required to demonstrate knowledge and experience of coroner law and of basic medicine, have proven skills in conducting investigations and an understanding of court procedure. You will also need to demonstrate the excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal with sensitive situations. 

The successful candidate will be required to carry out the duties and responsibilities of a coroner as defined in the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 and associated rules and regulations and as further described in various guidance issued by the Chief Coroner.

These are fee paid positions, although they are likely to require a regular commitment, which is to be agreed between the Assistant Coroner, HM Senior Coroner and the local authority.

Assistant Coroners are required to work a minimum of 20 days a year, with a mix of court sitting days and office / case progression days. You will be required on occasion to be available to assist on any out of hours rota system to meet statutory requirements.

You will also be required to attend the Coroner Continuation training, arranged through the Judicial college.

Key is that you demonstrate an ongoing commitment to supporting the work of the service in Cumbria and HM Senior Coroner.

Who can apply:

The successful candidate will be a barrister or a solicitor or Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives and satisfy the judicial-appointment eligibility condition which means they will have 5 years of experience whilst holding that qualification.

They will be under the age of 75 and be subject to the appointment and eligibility conditions within the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 (s.23 and Schedule 3).

Statutory terms of the appointment:

Once a Coroner is appointed, they are then a ‘Judicial Office holder’ until they reach the age of 75 years (compulsory retirement age) unless they choose to resign or are removed by the Lord Chief Justice or Lord Chancellor prior to their 75th birthday. 

How to apply:

Candidate Information pack is here: final cumbria - assistant coroner recruitment pack 2025

If you have any specific questions regarding the post or the area, or would like an informal discussion, please contact: Andrew Smith, Service Manager – andrew.smith@cumberland.gov.uk

Suitably qualified applicants are requested to email their CV and their application / supporting documents, and a covering letter, to: andrew.smith@cumberland.gov.uk

Important information

Key to note is that all successful candidates, if not already an Assistant Coroner, will be required to attend the mandatory Assistant Coroner Induction training course, to be held on 2nd & 3rd December 2025. Failure to attend would preclude a candidate from being appointed.

Notification

The vacancy for this post has been notified to the Chief Coroner and Lord Chancellor (as required by statute).

PLEASE NOTE:

Cumberland Council, as ‘relevent authority’ for Coroners Services in Cumbria, manages the recruitment and appointment process for all coronial positions in Cumbria on behalf of the Ministry of Justice, and as such HM Assistant Coroners are judicial appointments, and the successful candidates are not local authority employees but are ‘independent judicial officers’.

About this opportunity

Why work for Westmorland and Furness Council

Westmorland and Furness Council is proud to serve one of the most beautiful regions in the UK. The scenic views are matched by the quality of life, the diversity of its communities and the friendliness of its people. 

Our employees are at the heart of delivering our services to these communities. We value the contribution of our staff and are committed to leading and empowering colleagues to be innovative, engaged and customer focused. This supports our commitment to ensure Westmorland and Furness is a great place to live, work and thrive.

Do you enjoy working independently and with a fantastic team of people?

We’re looking for two motivated and enthusiastic Customer Service Advisors, who will be based at Barrow Town Hall, whilst working with the wider Customer Service Team to deliver a consistent service to all residents of the Westmorland and Furness area. 

The successful candidate’s will be joining a friendly multi-skilled Customer Service Team who are passionate about providing top level customer service and supporting delivery of the Councils statutory obligations. The team resolve a significant proportion of customer queries at the first point of contact, providing accurate advice and guidance on a wide range of subjects, including Revenues and Benefits, Waste and Recycling and a variety of other general enquiries regarding Council Services.

Who we are looking for

The role requires excellent communication skills to engage appropriately with a wide range of customers both internally and externally, via telephone, email and face-to-face.

The ability to work in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining great attention to detail is essential to this role. You must also have the confidence to work proactively and independently, whilst also being a supportive and valued member of the team.

If you are well organised, like a varied and challenging role and can deliver high standards of customer service with a flexible approach, then we’d love to hear from you!

If you have any questions about the post and would like more information, please contact Andrew.Pearse@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below documents: 

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 13th April 2025

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

DBS

This role requires a basic DBS check

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old, that meet the essential criteria for the role.

Location: Kendal,  Millness Depot Crooklands Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Are you a hard-working and experienced highways operative, looking for the next step in your career?

We are looking to recruit a number of Team Leaders, to support with the supervision and organisation of teams and ensure that a culture of performance, safety and quality is embedded within the highways operations service.

About this opportunity

As well as being responsible for a wide range of highways maintenance and construction type work, the right candidates will be supervising small teams, ensuring that they are operating at optimum performance and the outputs of the team meet or exceed targets.

You will be expected to assist the Stewards in the programming and ordering of materials and plant required by the team to deliver their tasks, always guaranteeing the team is operating safely and adhering to procedures. There is a requirement to conduct Out of Hours duties in response to adverse weather and incidents on the highways. Duties outside normal working hours are paid in addition to base salary.

Who we are looking for…

The successful candidates for this role will be organised, focused, and have a high level of attention to detail, ensuring your team completes work to the expected quality. We are looking for someone who has proven experience of motivating and leading staff, who can be positive, dedicated and ensure a culture of teamwork.

A full UK Driving Licence is essential, as well as experience in a relevant field with the use of plant and equipment associated with the role. This is a customer focused service, so personal conduct is key, as is good levels of communication.

We are also looking for people who can adapt well to the demands of the service, who can travel throughout Cumbria and who are willing to take part in adverse weather maintenance function or other out of hours duties.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 06/04/2025

Interview Date: w/c 14/04/2025

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Westmorland and Furness Council are now able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applications for eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee the eligibility of all of our roles, therefore, if you would like more information on roles that may be eligible please visit the government website -  Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old, that meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contract Type: Fixed term, for 2 years from appointment

About this opportunity

We are looking for a motivated, hard-working, and dedicated person to join our team to help develop and deliver exceptional service to improve outcomes for our care experienced young people in Westmorland and Furness.

Do you want to work in a team where we encourage and celebrate young people's aspirations?  If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to work within our Care Experienced Service as a Personal Advisor.

You will provide advice and assistance to our Care Experienced young people, supporting them in preparation for independent living and helping them achieve their wishes and goals for the future.

The team follow a Pathway Planning process for care experienced young people (predominantly 18-25 years old) transitioning to adulthood, working with a variety of professionals that may be involved in a young person’s life to ensure a joined-up approach focusing on a young person’s holistic needs.

Each day as a Personal Advisor will be varied, presenting new challenges and learning opportunities. You will build strong and supportive relationships with our young people by being consistent, reliable, and trustworthy. You will meet young people where they are and remain focused on achieving positive outcomes for them.

Who we are looking for…

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of care leavers and have the skills and experience to support them on their journey to independence, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Application information

Closing date: 27th April 2025

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Westmorland and Furness Council are now able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applications for eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee the eligibility of all of our roles, therefore, if you would like more information on roles that may be eligible please visit the government website -  Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK.

Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check.

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old, that meet the essential criteria for the role.