Westmorland and Furness Council

INTERNAL ONLY

Salary: £41,511 - £42,708

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Penrith or Barrow-in-Furness

Contract: Permanent

The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.

About this opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join Westmorland and Furness Council as an Environmental Health Officer within our Public Protection Service, focusing on Environmental Protection.

In this role you will help us to keep our communities safe through undertaking a wide range of regulatory activities including nuisance work, permitting, air quality, contaminated land, private water supplies, rural drainage etc.

You’ll be joining a dedicated and experienced team where you will be managing your own caseload proactive and reactive inspections, complaint investigations and service requests. Being an Environmental Health Officer at Westmorland and Furness Council is both varied and challenging; no two days are the same.

Candidates will have a diploma, BSc, or MSc in Environmental Health, be qualified Environmental Health Practitioners, EHRB registered or equivalent.  Additionally, you will have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to negotiate and influence at all levels. You will also be able to work independently and ensure a customer focused approach to service delivery.

As part of this role, there is a requirement for regular travel and so the postholder must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle to use for work/ able to independently travel around the Westmorland and Furness area.

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

DBS

This role requires a basic DBS check

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 19th January 2025

Interview date: W/c 25th January 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.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

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 expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this 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.

Please read the Supporting Information:

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Wstmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £33,366 – £34,314

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Kendal, Penrith or Barrow with home working (location to be agreed)

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Programme Management Office to help improve services for residents through the Westmorland and Furness Council’s Change Programme. You will work with colleagues across the council to plan, co-ordinate and monitor the design and implementation of the required change, taking an efficient and customer focused approach in your work.

We are looking for a project support officer with experience of providing business support, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work in sensitive environments. You should have knowledge of change management and project management methodology. Abilities to work on your own initiative, collect and analyse data, and work with a range of software tools are key to this role. The successful candidate will have good organisational skills and be able to prioritise their workload as part of the wider team.

We are an agile, innovative team leading change and looking to increase our impact across the council. Please contact Rebecca Tibbs on 07795929523 or Helen Younger on 07974 327385 for an informal chat or for further information.

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers
• Flexible working opportunities
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
• Competitive rates of pay

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 19 January 2025

Interview date: W/c 27 January 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 these specific positions. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

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 expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this 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 Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

Please see below the supporting information:

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Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £43,693 - £44,711

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Penrith, Kendal or Barrow-in-Furness

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and enthusiastic individual to join us as a Partnership and Improvement Officer. This role will have a focus on supporting and co-ordinating the sub groups and associated activities of the newly forming Westmorland and Furness Safeguarding Children Partnership.

In this role you will support agencies that safeguard and improve the wellbeing of children and families within Westmorland and Furness. You will help ensure that the business activity of Westmorland and Furness Safeguarding Children Partnership (WFSCP) is efficient and effective.

You will support and coordinate the business activity of the WFSCP with the help and direction of the Partnership Manager. You will receive regular supervision and a tailored induction and will join a dedicated and supportive team.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Holly Murphy, Senior Manager of Children’s Services – holly.murphy@cumbria.gov.uk 

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 7th January 2025

Interview date: 13th January 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.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

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 expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this 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.

Please read the Supporting Information:

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Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £55,119 - £57,362

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Kendal

Contract: Permanent

The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.

About this opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity to join Westmorland and Furness Children and Families Service, as Team Manager of Support and Protect covering the South Lakes area.

We are looking for an experienced individual who has the skills and knowledge, to manage, motivate, and develop the team to deliver outstanding practice to children and their families.

To find out more about our social work teams please see the below document: attach join our social work team leaflet.

As Team Manager you will be responsible for a team of Social Workers providing assessment planning and intervention services for Children and Young people of Westmorland and Furness, working across the thresholds of Children in Need, Child Protection and Cared for.

As Team Manager it is crucial that you demonstrate professional leadership and work alongside others in the organisation and partner agencies to improve outcomes for the children and families.

We are looking for a team manager who can motivate their team to deliver outstanding practice and ensure consistent performance. A team manager who will role model our practice model and our culture and values.

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

DBS

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.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 19th January 2025

Interview date: 28th January 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.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

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 expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this 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.

Please read the Supporting Information:

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Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £25,584 - £25,992 (PRO RATA)

Hours: 28 hours per week

Location: Kendal

Contract: Permanent

The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role.

About this opportunity

We are seeking a part-time Cash Collector to join our team, working seven days a week on an annualised hours system, based on a rota. The successful candidate will play a key role in the Thriving Places team and report directly to the Parking Team Leader.

In this role, you will be responsible for collecting cash from pay-and-display machines across the district, ensuring they are well-maintained and stocked with tickets while carrying out minor repairs when necessary. You will also be required to report any machine faults to Parking Services, transfer money from collection vehicles, and assist in the counting and processing of cash, which may involve lifting and carrying bulky containers over short distances. Additionally, you will prepare reports detailing audit ticket readings, investigate discrepancies, and input financial data into spreadsheets.

We are looking for someone with a strong passion for customer service, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and the physical capability to meet the demands of the role. Flexibility with working hours and days is essential.

The ideal candidate will have a good educational background, including a minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent experience. You should have prior experience handling cash, a solid understanding of cash collection and banking procedures, and hold a full UK driving license. A confident approach to using IT systems is also required.

If you are a motivated and reliable individual with the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 5th January 2025

Interview date: TBC

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.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

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 expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this 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.

Please read the Supporting Information:

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Westmorland and Furness Council

INTERNAL ONLY

Salary: £41,511 - £42,708

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Various locations

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

The successful candidate will lead the Directly Employed Technical Team (DETT) which is responsible for carrying out general reactive and planned maintenance services whilst maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction within Westmorland & Furness Council’s property portfolio. The skilled team leader will be expected to lead and deliver the highest of service standards within targets, maintain Health & Safety excellence and drive to improve service whilst sustaining a safe environment and excellent customer experience.

We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Team Leader who is able to:

Manage and lead the Maintenance Team (DETT) to drive performance and quality standards throughout, whilst managing client requirements and ensuring the service is delivered in a planned and coordinated manner. Plan, visit, and approve worksites, providing regular updates on progress and risks to senior management.

To prioritise, delegate, manage and inspect maintenance and repair tasks on a variety of faulty, damaged, worn, or fatigued materials and components, addressing parts of a structure as needed. This includes the management of partial repairs or complete replacements, as well as responsive and emergency work which is to all managed via Concerto (Councils Property Asset Management CAFM Software). General maintenance and repair works are considered to fall within: masonry work; joinery repairs; general plumbing works, plastering, tiling and decorations and groundworks.

To be responsible for all health and safety management, including the implementation of safe systems of works and ensuring that the team carry out dynamic risk assessments to ensure that all works can be safely executed. To comply with the councils Health and Safety Policy and Procedures including Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments, Manual Handling, Fire Warden Duties and Active Monitoring and Code of Safe Working Practice.

The role focuses on delivering high quality customer service putting customers at the heart of everything that we do. Should you wish to discuss this role further, please contact to arrange an informal discussion.

paul.scullion@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk or grant.long@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

DBS

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

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and 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 adults and Children.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 2nd January 2025

Interview date: 10th January 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.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

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 expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this 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.

Please read the Supporting Information:

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Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £25,584 - £25,992

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Barrow-in-Furness

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

An exciting opportunity to join a team of highly professional administrators in Barrow is now available. You will be part of the Enabler Services Directorate delivering a high standard of business support to cover several workstreams including:

• Planning
• Trading Standards
• Legal and Democratic
• Front of House
• Varied aspects of general Business Support to other council service areas.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a successful administrator, with experience of working in an office environment, to provide top level business support and excellent customer service to internal and external customers, suppliers, and other agencies.

Candidates must possess excellent literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills, as well as high level organisational and communication skills. The successful candidate will present a confident, professional image to teams, team managers and other colleagues within the Directorate.

We are looking for someone who is confident and can work independently in a busy environment, with excellent organisational skills and an ability to use their own initiative.

Having a keen eye for detail and an accurate approach to your work, you will possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

We take immense pride in our team so it’s essential that the successful applicant is a team player with a can-do attitude.

This is a full-time office-based role.

If you feel you have the drive and commitment to complement our team, then apply today. For more information, or for an informal chat please contact Belinda Raeburn, Team Leader, on 07503194178.

What can we offer you!

• Excellent training and development offers.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A 12-month digital trial (from 1 June 2024) of a new scheme that allows free workplace car parking for employees in all Westmorland and Furness Council owned car parks between Monday to Friday.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 5th January 2025

Interview date: TBC

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.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews.

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 expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this 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.

Please read the Supporting Information:

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