Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £37,035 - £37,938

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Penrith, Kendal or Barrow-in-Furness

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

We are seeking a skilled Accountant to join our friendly, supportive, and dynamic Finance Team. Our Accountants provide essential, flexible financial support across a wide range of Council services. In this role, you will specifically support the Education & Inclusion service (excluding schools), delivering professional financial services to managers throughout the Council. You will consult on their financial needs, provide recommendations, and propose strategies to enhance service delivery and financial performance. Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records and preparing financial statements, grant claims, statistical returns, and other reports, all within the required deadlines.

To succeed in this role, you must be able to work accurately under pressure, collaborate effectively as part of a team, and demonstrate initiative. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Accountant who is committed to supporting the Council in its goal of achieving financial sustainability. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified CCAB Accountant or AAT with at least five years of relevant accountancy experience.

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: 12th January 2025

Interview date: W/c 20th 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:

Post Specification

Role Profile

Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £33,366 - £34,314

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Kendal, Penrith, Barrow or Carlisle

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

The Accounting Technician plays a crucial role in supporting Accountants and Finance Managers by delivering flexible and professional financial services that contribute to the effective management of the Council’s budget in line with the Council Plan.

This position involves providing essential support to our maintained schools, serving as the primary point of contact for the schools. Responsibilities include reviewing cheque book school returns and school budget reports, managing cash flow requests, and processing quarterly VAT claims. The role also involves handling reimbursements for cheque book schools, processing journals, responding to queries, allocating various ad hoc grants, and assisting with the year-end financial closedown activities.

You will need to be able to work accurately under pressure, collaborating within a team while also using your initiative to ensure efficient and effective financial operations.

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: 12th Januray 2025

Interview date: W/C 20th Januray 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:

Post Specification

Role Profile

The advertised hourly rate 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.

A market supplement is currently being applied to all night and weekend (Saturday and Sunday) shifts, uplifting your hourly rate in these periods to £17.40. This will replace any previous market supplements and will apply to both your contracted hours and to any additional hours worked within the applicable time periods.

Location(s): Christian Head Residential Home, Kirkby Stephen

Available Hours: Find a role that fits around you, we have a number of opportunities for Support Workers to join our Christian Head Team. Apply below and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss our current vacancies in more detail.

About this opportunity

Are you interested in supporting Adults in Cumbria?

Would you like to be part of our friendly, hardworking teams, making a difference to someone’s life?

We have opportunities for caring and compassionate people to join our Cumbria Care team at Christian Head, as Support Workers (Carer, Care Worker, Care Assistant) providing support and care to within our Residential Care Services

About Residential Care

Help older adults live their life how they choose and enjoy their later years. Support people to stay active and healthy by encouraging good nutrition and promoting fitness and mobility, as well as supporting emotional wellness.

About the role

As a Support Worker (Carer, Care Worker, Care Assistant) you will get the opportunity to know people individually and support their wellbeing through physical and emotional care. You may also assist with medication, providing personal care, and encouraging our people to achieve or maintain independence.

No experience or qualifications are needed to get started. We will help and support you with fully paid training and development – we are looking for the right people, with the right qualities. If you do have experience then take the next step in your career with us. As a large employer we can offer great opportunities to develop and build your skills to take you where you want to go.

If you’re friendly, compassionate and want to make a difference to people’s lives’, we would love to speak with you!

About Our Home

Christian Head provides a safe, caring and home-from-home environment for up to 28 residents with complex health care needs. Situated close to all facilities in the market town of Kirkby Stephen, we offer respite and residential care for those who are elderly, frail or have dementia.

Working within our Residential Care Service will typically involve working shifts which usually cover between 7am until 10pm (days) or 9.30pm – 7.30am (nights), over 7 days, 365 day a year – this will include alternate weekends (as part of a set rota) and Bank Holidays.

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

DBS

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

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity. 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.

Application and Interview Information

We have made it easier to apply for a job in care. Simply fill in the details on our online application form and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to help you find the right role for you.

We look forward to hearing from you!

APPLY HERE

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.

APPLY HERE

Please read the Supporting Information:

Post Specification – Support Worker

Role Profile – Support Worker

The advertised hourly rate 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.

A market supplement is currently being applied to all night and weekend (Saturday and Sunday) shifts, uplifting your hourly rate in these periods to £17.96. This will replace any previous market supplements and will apply to both your contracted hours and to any additional hours worked within the applicable time periods.

Location(s): Christian Head Residential Home, Kirkby Stephen

Available Hours: Find a role that fits around you, we have a number of opportunities for Night Support Workers to join our Christian Head Team. Apply below and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss our current vacancies in more detail.

About this opportunity

Are you interested in supporting Adults in Cumbria?

Would you like to be part of our friendly, hardworking teams, making a difference to someone’s life?

We have opportunities for caring and compassionate people to join our Cumbria Care team at Christian Head, as Night Support Workers (Carer, Care Worker, Care Assistant) providing support and care to within our Residential Care Services

About Residential Care

Help older adults live their life how they choose and enjoy their later years. Support people to stay active and healthy by encouraging good nutrition and promoting fitness and mobility, as well as supporting emotional wellness.

About the Role

As a Night Support Worker (Carer, Care Worker, Care Assistant) you will support our residents typically between 9:30pm and 07:30am. During this time, you will be responsible for administering medication, ensuring all security checks are completed, dealing with emergencies and assisting our Service Users with any of their needs.

It is a challenging role, with a great deal of responsibility, and we are looking for someone who has good responses, the ability to adapt and can make safe and confident decisions to support the wellbeing of our residents.

We will help and support you with fully paid training and development – we are looking for the right people, with the right qualities. If you do have experience then take the next step in your career with us. As a large employer we can offer great opportunities to develop and build your skills to take you where you want to go.

If you’re friendly, compassionate and want to make a difference to people’s lives’, we would love to speak with you!

About Our Home

Christian Head provides a safe, caring and home-from-home environment for up to 28 residents with complex health care needs. Situated close to all facilities in the market town of Kirkby Stephen, we offer respite and residential care for those who are elderly, frail or have dementia.

Working within our Residential Care Service will typically involve working shifts which usually cover between 7am until 10pm (days) or 9.30pm – 7.30am (nights), over 7 days, 365 day a year – this will include alternate weekends (as part of a set rota) and Bank Holidays.

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

DBS

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

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity. 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.

Application and Interview Information

We have made it easier to apply for a job in care. Simply fill in the details on our online application form and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to help you find the right role for you.

We look forward to hearing from you!

APPLY HERE

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.

APPLY HERE

Please read the Supporting Information:

Post Specification – Night Support Worker

Role Profile – Night Support Worker

Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £24,790 (pro rata for hours worked)

Hours: Zero Hours

Location: Grisedale Croft

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

As a cook you will be required to plan prepare and serve meals that are nutritionally balanced and that meet specific dietary needs. You will support the day to day running of the kitchen maintaining the highest standards completing paperwork and ensuring adherence to infection control and Environmental Health procedures.We are looking for the successful candidate to be hard working reliable and passionate about making a real difference in the lives of our residents as each of their dietary and care needs will be catered to.You do not need to have had previous experience in a residential home if you're friendly compassionate and interested in a new challenge we look forward to hearing 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.

DBS

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an Enhanced Adults DBS check.

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

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 01/01/2025

Interview date: 10/01/2025

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:

Post Specification

Role Profile

Westmorland and Furness Council

Location(s): Kendal, Penrith and Barrow (including agile working and working from home)

Contract: Fixed Term Cover - 12 months

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £33,366 - £34,314

About this opportunity

As a Legal Officer in the Children and Adults Legal Team you will have conduct of a case load of adult social care matters (under supervision of a lawyer) including: Court of Protection cases relating to deprivations of liberty in the community under the streamlined procedure and property & affairs; and pursuing adult social care debt cases. You will also provide support to the Lawyers on the team by: assisting in research and preparation of advice for the client, preparing documents and evidence for use in court, providing essential document processing, and bundling for Court of Protection cases.

Who we are looking for

Excellent communicators, the ability to work in a high-pressure environment, and an open and honest approach to management, are all qualities we are looking for.

Additionally, we are looking for someone with a Level 3 CILEX qualification/Qualifying Law Degree. Or otherwise, at least 2-3 years’ experience of working in a legal office environment. Sufficient knowledge and experience of legal practice and procedures together with strong workload organisation and time management skills.

You will be supported and mentored by a highly experienced team of professionals, in a friendly, open and honest environment, and as a service, we strongly encourage the progression and development of our employees.

Westmorland and Furness Council is a dynamic and progressive employer, looking to nurture your talent with opportunities to broaden your knowledge, expertise and skills. We have both the technology and the commitment to allow our employees to work flexibly and efficiently.

If you are looking for a new challenge, in a friendly, supportive, and professionally stimulating environment, then we would like 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

Application information

Closing date: 29th December 2024.

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 Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

Please read the Supporting Information:

Post Specification

Role Profile

Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary:

Accountant - £37,035 - £37,938

Schools Technical Accountant - £43,693 - £44,711

Finance Manager - £49,764 - £50,788

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Penrith, Kendal, Barrow-in-Furness or Carlisle

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

This post is a career grade post commencing at Accountant level and progressing to Schools Technical Accountant and then to Finance Manager on completion of CIPFA training.

The post is based in the Schools Finance Team and will give the post holder experience of Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) funding for schools, statutory returns, review and monitoring of school budget returns, preparation and presentation of reports to Schools Forum, and ad hoc queries alongside the day to day support provided for schools and the SEND service.  In addition, the postholder will undertake financial forecasting and modelling in relation to DSG and High Needs.

You will need to be able to work accurately under pressure, working as part of a team but able to use your own initiative.

Training to become a fully qualified CIPFA accountant will be provided with the postholder stepping up from Accountant to Schools Technical Accountant on successful completion of CIPFA year 2 exams, and progression to Finance Manager on completion of the CIPFA Professional Accountancy Qualification.  Time for off the job training to complete CIPFA PAQ will be offered.

Only support for CIPFA PAQ will be given, however, consideration will be given to fully qualified accountants with other professional bodies who would like to gain experience in schools and DSG funding.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic finance professional, with the drive and commitment to support the Council move towards its objective of becoming Financially Sustainable. You should be AAT qualified with at least 5 years accountancy experience and the desire to become a fully qualified CCAB accountant..

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: 12th January 2025

Interview date: W/C 20th 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:

Accountant

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Schools Technical Accountant

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Finance Manager

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