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It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to an 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.\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>Car Lease scheme</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? We are looking for passionate people who will ensure that our customers have a high quality dining experience, and always treat our customers with kindness, respect and compassion, to help foster a feeling of happiness and contentment.\n\nYou will work with the team managing the day to day preparation and cooking of meals for the elderly residents to include modified textured diet, whilst ensuring that health & safety standards are met in the kitchen.\n\nYou’ll liaise with the Care Team to ensure meals meet residents medical requirements, ensuring that such meals are prepared using the appropriate methods and in the correct environment.\n\nIdeally you will also have experience or assisted in ordering of stock and arranging delivery items to be put away correctly, and have an understanding of temperatures and labelling of fridge items.\n\nHours of work: 28 hours per week.\n\nPLEASE NOTE we reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so make sure to apply asap to avoid missing out!\nAbout you <ul>\n\t<li>Previous experience with a catering environment.</li>\n\t<li>Food hygiene certificate.</li>\n\t<li>Work within health & safety guidelines.</li>\n\t<li>A good understanding of numeracy and literacy. </li>\n\t<li>A good respect for diversity and individuality</li>\n</ul>\n\nCareer development and training opportunities \n\nOur team’s learning and development is very important to us. It ensures we have the right people, with the right skills, doing the right job. We are committed to career development and have a variety of career pathways, for those who want to progress or specialise.\n\nFor more information feel free to message: cheryl.ramsay@westnorthants.gov.uk\nAbout 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.\n\nOur 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. \n\nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU \n\nWe 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 partner\n\nThe 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>.\n\n \n\nIf 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.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25447 - £25849","publishDate":"2024-12-24T14:23:03.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-23T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/26481b38-ad19-4af3-9478-01ccb1a01cf7.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1292a0e2-c042-4dbf-89f7-747ecad9df58","title":"Business Partner - Business Intelligence & Population Insights","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"Our vision for all residents in West Northamptonshire is that they will have healthy and independent lives with easy access to joined up advice and support which will help them to help themselves. \n\nWest Northamptonshire Council delivers a broad range of critical services to residents across the authority, from Adults Social Care, Public Health, Housing Solutions to running libraries and leisure centres, major highways schemes and refuse collection. \n\nThe Business Intelligence and Population Insights team is vital in shaping the council’s decision making, strategy development and delivery through the provision of high quality information and intelligence. The service helps drive forwards innovation and technological efficiencies through the insights it is able to provide. \n\nWe’re on the lookout for a Business Intelligence & Population Insights Business Partner to become a critical link between our centralised Intelligence team and the council’s wider directorates. \nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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. 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You will be one of a small team of Business Partners, each aligned to a council directorate and will become a main conduit between your allocated directorate and Business Intelligence. You will be responsible for shaping the service’s reporting requirements, identifying new lines of enquiry, presenting analysis and insights to senior managers and becoming a trusted Intelligence lead for the directorate supported. This is a proactive and creative role which focuses on working with senior managers within the organisation to drawing out the key messages and issues, forward planning and shaping service’s intelligence needs. \n\nWe have a vacancy in our team to support children’s services which we are looking to recruit a Business Intelligence Business Partner to, it would be advantageous but not essential to have some experience or knowledge of data on education attainment and children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). \n\nYour Responsibilities \n\nYou will develop strong working relationships with key council services, presenting analytical insights to senior managers and imparting evidence-based analysis which is critical to their service delivery. \n\nYou will actively seek improved ways of working, innovation, greater efficiencies and synergies across the wider Intelligence team. You will develop good knowledge and awareness of legislative requirements and new initiatives or priorities that impact on the service or area of work and encompass them into working practices. \n\nYou will be adept at presenting information to audiences which don’t necessarily have a background in data analysis, simplifying and helping services make sense of complex data. You will be technically proficient in data manipulation and able to walk colleagues through the necessary steps as to how reporting measures are calculated. \nAbout you You will need:  \n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tExcellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills to build strong working relationships across the organisation to ensure a collaborative approach to Business Intelligence activities. \n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tA broad Business Intelligence skills base, with excellent technical knowledge and skills to be able to interrogate and manipulate data, and to simplify complex data. \n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tAn advanced understanding of performance information, statistical analysis and the importance of high quality data and its use. \n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tKnowledge of how to understand, digest and reframe complex information requirements so that it can be delivered to a wide range of audiences varying knowledge levels \n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tSound strategic planning skills and the ability to work fast and accurately whilst prioritising competing demands \n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tA flair for problem-solving and finding innovative solutions to address and improve \n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tA proactive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude and able to contribute new ideas to the team \n\t</li>\n</ul>\nAbout us \n\nAt 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.\n\nOur 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. \n\nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU \n\nWe 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 partner\n\nThe 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>.\n\n \n\nIf 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.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48378 - £51571","publishDate":"2024-12-23T16:27:18.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-19T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f7e94954-bb8c-4725-949a-d3cedc9c6bfb.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ff510b4c-fe36-4423-8d0c-783463c0fffc","title":"Elections Assistant","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"You will assist with the planning, coordination and conduct of all elections and referenda held in the area. In addition, you will carry out all processes required to maintain and publish the updated Electoral Register.\n\nAnnual leave will be restricted during certain times of the year such as before and during election and canvass periods. You will be required to work additional hours during busy periods, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? You will assist in the organisation and delivery of local and national elections and referenda, ensuring every process is conducted smoothly and in compliance with the law.\n\nYou will be involved in the maintenance of the electoral register ensuring that the Council holds an accurate and complete electoral register that upholds the integrity of our democratic processes, this includes day to day processes and annual canvass.\nAbout you Experience of working in electoral services and administration in local government would be desirable. You should be interested in democracy and the electoral processes which underpins it.\n\nYou should have excellent communication skills both written and verbal to be able to effectively convey electoral requirements for both elections and registration. As the role often involves interaction with members of the public, prospective candidates and elected representatives and the ability to converse at ease and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential to the post.\n\nYou will need to be confident in using IT and various software packages and be willing to embrace new ways of working. You will often be under pressure and working to strict deadlines. In addition to using the Microsoft Office suite of applications, you will be trained in the use of specialist software.\n\nGood organisational skills are essential, as is a commitment to on-going personal development and training.\n\nYou need to be politically sensitive, tactful and diplomatic, and above all, you will need the drive and commitment to contribute to this service and its development.\n\nThe post holder must be flexible and prepared to work additional hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays leading up to elections and during peak canvass periods.\n\nPlease ensure you provide details on how you meet the essential criteria in your personal statement. \nAbout us \n\nAt 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.\n\nOur 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. \n\nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU \n\nWe 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 partner\n\nThe 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>.\n\n \n\nIf 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.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28016 - £29513","publishDate":"2024-12-20T17:52:27.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-26T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6fd3069c-4bca-4924-9dee-be592f824373.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"16d7c00d-2743-4015-8677-e940bd758eee","title":"Pensions Support Clerk","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"The Pensions Service is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Administration team as a Pensions Clerk. You will be performance focused and driven to provide excellent customer service. You must demonstrate a flexible approach to delivering all aspects of pension administration. \n\nWe are a very friendly team and there is plenty of opportunity for development within the Pensions Service. \n\nIf you have any queries please contact sapphire.goody@westnorthants.gov.uk \nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? The Pensions Clerk role sits within the Operations Team & is responsible for administration tasks including allocation of emails to other teams, answering telephone queries, allocation of the post, returning original documents to members via recorded delivery, responding to basic queries via email, member self-service, updating member records and processing refund of contributions. This customer facing role is critical to ensure casework is either dealt with immediately at the point of contact or is efficiently allocated to the appropriate casework team. \nAbout you Experience of working in a similar environment, where you have shown the ability to be calm under pressure and make timely decisions, would be an advantage. We will provide full and comprehensive training to give you the skills and confidence you need to complete the role. The successful candidates will have excellent attention to detail and be able to communicate effectively through all available channels, to both members and colleagues alike. \nAbout us \n\nAt 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.\n\nOur 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. \n\nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU \n\nWe 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 partner\n\nThe 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>.\n\n \n\nIf 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.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26258 - £27103","publishDate":"2024-12-19T11:19:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-02-02T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7e3088f7-b01a-4c72-97f9-023b0378733a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"537c9d24-4112-46be-91a7-0f92c22c5969","title":"Major Planning Applications Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Towcester","locationType":3,"description":"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.\n\nCollaborating 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.\n\nIf you're passionate about making a tangible impact on the future of our region and beyond, join us in spearheading these groundbreaking initiatives.\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? Day to day, you’ll respond to requests for support from high profile stakeholders seeking to engage with the Planning Service. You’ll lead and support on pre-application enquiries, give technical advice to the public, developers, agents, Members, other departments of the Council and other and bodies regarding development proposals, and make recommendations on major applications and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) development. You’ll also support the Mainstream Application Teams where their applications require additional technical resource and input. \n\nYou’ll also prepare planning appeal statements/proofs of evidence and represent the Council at appeal site visits, informal hearings and public inquiries as a professional expert witness. \n\nThroughout you will provide proactive support to our Customer Contact Centre and Customer Feedback teams, ultimately ensuring we deliver excellent customer service in every interaction for all internal and external customers, including Councillors. \nAbout you 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. \n\nIf 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!\nAbout 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.\n\nOur 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. \n\nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU \n\nWe 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 partner\n\nThe 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>.\n\nIf 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.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,378 - £51,571 + Market Factor Supplement £5,000","publishDate":"2024-12-19T09:51:49.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-12T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/a1de84ba-e375-43f8-8ff9-8c40250fc62d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"60d34896-cce3-4c5b-a395-8f9fbe67fc5c","title":"Assistant Team Manager/Principal Social Worker (Northampton North and East Community Hub)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"Our vision for all adults in West Northamptonshire is that they will have healthy and independent lives with easy access to joined up advice and support which will help them to help themselves. \n\nAs an Assistant Team Manager/Principal Social Worker , you will continue to develop and build on our current strengths-based practice, build the skills, confidence and competence of social workers and their colleagues to work in line with Care Act Guidance and deliver the best possible outcomes for residents.\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Subscription fully paid - Community care inform adults.</li>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? As a champion of social work, you’ll lead by example, using your skills to encourage a culture of innovation, reflection and learning within the service, using practice evaluations and learning reviews to inform this work. The experience you’ll bring with you will enable you to support others from the start of their social work journey; from student to ASYE, and then to qualified, competent and confident Social Workers. You will be an approachable, ‘can do’ person who understands what good looks like and have high ambitions for the workforce and the organisation.\n\nAs a proactive person, you’ll be able to respond to multiple requests and demands, getting to know our fabulous staff group will be imperative and supporting them as they deliver advice and guidance to citizens of West Northants. The team and your peers are all very supportive and in West Northants we are all working towards the same goal of enabling competent and confident staff to deliver great care.\nAbout you You will bring proven experience of leadership,<a> </a>practice development and consistent achievement in a social work environment, an understanding of working across health and social care and above all a commitment to people who use, work in and rely on social work services. You’ll need exceptional interpersonal skills, a passion for quality and inclusion and the ability to build, manage and develop effective working relationships with people and partners. \n\nHours:  Our standard hours are 9 to 5 pm, Monday - Fridays. However, there may be the option for flexible working or part time hours.\n\nYou’ll need\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Higher post qualifying training in relevant discipline or management qualification</li>\n\t<li>Management experience over a range of professional roles with significant experience of managing functions in a number of specialisms e.g. Older People, Mental Health, Learning Disability, Adult Safeguarding</li>\n\t<li>You will be required to drive and have transport... </li>\n</ul>\n\nPlease see the attached Job spec for further information. \n\nWe may be able to support Sponsorship and/or relocation package, if you have Social Work England in place. \n\nIf you would like to discuss this role further than please contact Stephanie Langford; stephanie.langford@westnorthants.gov.uk / 01604 365092\n\nThis role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate, at our cost.\n\nIt 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.\n\n \n\n \nAbout 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.\n\nOur 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. \n\nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU \n\nWe 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 partner\n\nThe 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>.\n\n \n\nIf 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.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,816 - £45,175 pro rata","publishDate":"2024-12-18T16:13:29.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-30T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c5c5b462-5bc9-44be-9c11-4ca8edd2e39c.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5a8bc3bc-18ef-46d3-8edd-44f02879f2eb","title":"Applications Support Analyst","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"Join our dynamic team as a 2nd/3rd Line Applications Support Analyst and play a pivotal role in supporting our systems and applications. This second-line position involves handling technical and complex calls escalated from the helpdesk. As the first point of contact within the Applications Support team, you'll provide expert technical support for critical IT applications used by the Council. Our team is expanding with large new projects and digital initiatives like AI and the Innovation Hub, offering a chance to make a significant impact during an exciting period of growth and change.\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? In this role, your day can vary from simple root-cause analysis to tackling more complex technical issues. You’ll manage support call queues, resolving incidents and service requests while offering technical advice to users and colleagues. You’ll ensure our applications run smoothly, maintaining technical manuals and support documents.\n\nDuring your typical day, you might work as a resource for project teams, helping them gather information and perform software updates, ensuring seamless handovers and adhering to change management procedures.\n\nYou'll be servicing a vast variety of departments, including Adult Social Care, Children’s Services, Education, Housing, and Regulatory Services, making each day unique and exciting. Your efforts will directly contribute to enhancing service quality and customer satisfaction.\nAbout you As an Applications Support Analyst, you have a knack for delving into complex issues and finding effective solutions through thorough analysis of available information. You approach challenges with composure and a methodical mindset, ensuring tasks are handled thoughtfully and efficiently.\n\nWe’re looking for someone who is passionate about problem-solving and has a natural affinity and understanding for technology. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll collaborate seamlessly with both technical and non-technical users. Attention to detail is your forte, and you thrive in a dynamic environment where multitasking is key.\n\nA good training package and clear career progression opportunities are available, with a focus on career progression planning within the team, ensuring you have the support and development to grow professionally.\n\nIs this you? If so, we’d like to hear from you.\n\n \n\nThank you to all who have shown interest in our company. If you have applied before, please note that reapplying is not necessary at this time.\nAbout us \n\nAt 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.\n\nOur 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. \n\nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU \n\nWe 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 partner\n\nThe 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>.\n\n \n\nIf 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.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33369 - £36163","publishDate":"2024-12-17T17:55:22.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-17T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/32b2ec68-3980-4247-8a66-197dbacfc8f7.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0bebacd8-8201-48cc-8ce2-328c71c88f60","title":"Lawyer / Senior Paralegal (Highways)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"Would you like to join an authority where you can progress your legal career and be supported in excelling professionally? Join the new Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest unitary councils in England. As part of this growing team, you’ll be contributing to the development of an exemplar local authority legal service. We’re focused on your career development, wellbeing, and offering a flexible and supportive work environment to help you succeed and progress.\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>Car Lease scheme</li>\n\t<li>\nProfessional subscriptions / registration - 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\t<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\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? In this role as a Highways Paralegal, your key duties will include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tAssisting Senior Lawyers, the Principal Lawyer, and the Head of Legal with all highways-related casework.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tManaging your own substantive highways caseload, including s38 agreements, s278 agreements, local event orders, s59 agreements, and s6 agreements.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tAdvising clients on highways matters as needed.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tWorking on complex, major highways projects, including Sustainable Urban Extensions and significant road infrastructure schemes.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tAttending client meetings to provide legal support and advice.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tPreparing standardised documentation and procedures as required.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tSupporting planning lawyers by advising on the planning process, enforcement, preparing legal agreements, and assisting with planning committees when necessary.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tAssisting in the training and supervision of Legal Assistants as needed.\n\t</li>\n</ul>\nAbout you We’re looking for someone with experience in Highways Law and a passion for delivering excellent legal services. The ideal candidate will:\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tBe committed to contributing to an exemplar legal service.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tHave a keen interest in developing their legal career within a local authority setting.\n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>\n\tBe capable of managing a substantive highways caseload.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tEnjoy working on complex projects and providing clear, practical advice to clients.\n\t</li>\n\t<li>\n\tBe a team player who’s eager to support and collaborate with colleagues.\n\t</li>\n</ul>\n\nLocal government experience is not essential, and we encourage applicants from other sectors or those returning to work after a career break. We offer flexible working arrangements and support through mentoring, coaching, and training to help you achieve success.\n\nFor more information, please visit our designated legal recruitment pages at <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams\">https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams</a> or contact Katherine Hall, Head of Legal (Place), on 07826 511563 for a confidential discussion.\n\nView our colleagues, Jana and Victoria talk about their experience working with our team.\n\n<div class=\"video-embed-wrapper\"></div>\n\n \nAbout us 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.\n\nOur 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.\n\nHear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href=\"https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU\">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>\n\nAt 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.\n\nWhen potential is unlocked, talent thrives.\n\nChoose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.\n\nShould 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":"£41816 - £45175","publishDate":"2024-12-17T16:54:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-16T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/11130429-1558-46f4-8588-0974d7c9bf5f.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"28dc7ef3-c93f-4fe7-9240-17cf685639f7","title":"Senior Lawyer (Child Care)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"Northampton","locationType":2,"description":"<h3>About the role</h3>\nAre you ready to take the next step in your career and do you want to be supported in achieving the step after that? We are creating a brand new in-house Legal Team to support the Northamptonshire Children’s Trust.  Join the existing Legal Team at West Northants Council, one of the newest and the fourth biggest Unitary Council in England.   \nIf you have experience in Child Care Law, we want to hear from you.  Whether you are looking to develop your local government experience, change sector into local government or return to work after a career break, you won’t find a better place to do so.  \nWhilst local government experience is not essential, a passion for delivering an excellent legal service in a fast-paced environment and a desire to help shape and deliver an exemplar local authority legal service is.\n<div>\n<h3>What will you be doing?</h3>\nYour duties will include: \n<ul>\n<li>Advising upon and conducting proceedings relating to the care and protection of children and young people. </li>\n<li>Providing legal advice and support to clients, including elected members and senior officers. </li>\n<li>Being a lead within the team and providing guidance and support to other members of the team. </li>\n</ul>\n</div>\n<div>\n<h3>About you</h3>\nWest 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 supported environment. We have mentoring, buddying, coaching, training and many other opportunities available to assist and develop you, to ensure your success in the role and your ongoing progression and success within the Council. We will also consider any version of flexible working you can come up with. \nFor more information please visit our designated legal recruitment pages at <a href=\"https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams\">https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/spotlight-our-key-services-careers-and-our-partners/our-legal-teams</a> or contact Julia Rickards, Head of Legal (People), on 07585 405339 for a confidential discussion.  \nPlease also join us at one of our virtual collaboration sessions where we welcome your thoughts about what the future of Child Care legal teams holds and help us to shape that future.  Attendees will include representatives from West Northants Council, Northamptonshire Children’s Trust and Child Care lawyers from private practice, together with Pam Burrows, the wellbeing expert supporting West Northants Council to shape a strong and resilient legal team with wellbeing at its core. Details of these sessions will be shared on our social media pages, LinkedIn and our designated legal recruitment pages.\n<div>\n<h3>Our benefits</h3>\nWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n<ul>\n<li>Generous 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>Cycle to Work scheme. </li>\n<li>Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n<li>Employee 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 via Tusker.</li>\n<li>Payment 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>Employee 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>Commsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n<li>Ongoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n<li>A 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>Our 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>Making 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>\n</div>\n<div>\n<h3>About us</h3>\nAt 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.\nOur 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. \nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU  \nWe 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 partner\nThe 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>.\nIf 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.\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.\n</div>\n</div>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,378 - £51,571 per annum","publishDate":"2024-12-13T12:19:20.052Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-10T23:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/5c97e1f7-186c-40cb-8ed9-798002963b55.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"e913a016-eeac-453c-8349-11bfb42b967e","title":"Flood and Water Support Officer (Drainage)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"One Angel Square, Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"West Northamptonshire Council has created a new team focused on developing and delivering innovative flood and water drainage solutions. The team is led by the Flood and Water Team Manager, reporting to the Head of Works within the PLACE directorate of the Council. \n\nThe team will act as the Council’s Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) providing professional support and advice on flood and water management and be instrumental in developing its approach to the forthcoming changes to the Flood and Water Management Act 2010.\n\nIf you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please feel free to contact Mohamed Admani, Flood & Water Manager (Assets and Environment): mohamed.admani@westnorthants.gov.uk\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>Car Lease scheme</li>\n\t<li>\nProfessional subscriptions / registration - 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\t<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\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? The purpose of this post is to provide technical support to the Flood and Water Management Team, to aid the Council in meeting its regulatory requirements in relation to flood risk, in particular its role as Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA), as provided by the Flood and Water Management Act 2010 (FWMA), the Flood Risk Regulations 2009 and related regulations and guidance.\n\nWhilst the role will be supporting all areas of the team, the main focuses will be on providing responses to enquiries, particularly from those affected by flooding, and on data management, essential to the effective delivery of this technical service.\nAbout you We are looking for individuals that want to test boundaries and develop, and deliver, innovative approaches to reducing flood risk to our communities. Acting as the Council’s LLFA, the team will provide professional technical responses to development applications ensuring that drainage systems are sustainable and sufficiently effective in protecting communities from flooding.\n\nThe team will be supported to think outside of the box and be provided with modern resources which they can use to create innovative solutions.\n\nPlease note previous applicants need not apply again.\nAbout us 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.\n\nOur 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.\n\nHear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href=\"https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU\">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>\n\nAt 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.\n\nWhen potential is unlocked, talent thrives.\n\nChoose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,016 - £29,513 plus","publishDate":"2024-12-12T12:42:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-13T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/d4fee656-a003-4938-b196-d2915ead588a.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d242ec42-1db2-461a-be84-6ae099eb18b1","title":"Flood Risk Officer","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"One Angel Sq, Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"West Northamptonshire Council has created a new team focused on developing and delivering innovative flood and water drainage solutions. The team is led by the Flood and Water Team Manager, reporting to the Head of Works within the PLACE directorate of the Council. \n\nThe team will act as the Council’s Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) providing professional support and advice on flood and water management and be instrumental in developing its approach to the forthcoming changes to the Flood and Water Management Act 2010.\n\nIf you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please feel free to contact Mohamed Admani, Flood & Water Manager (Assets and Environment): mohamed.admani@westnorthants.gov.uk\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>Car Lease scheme</li>\n\t<li>\nProfessional subscriptions / registration - 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\t<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\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? <ul>\n\t<li>Provide technical assessment and advice to Local Planning Authorities on the suitability of surface water drainage proposals for new development,</li>\n\t<li>Ensuring the council (as Lead Local Flood Authority) continues to fulfil its role as statutory consultee in the planning system.</li>\n\t<li>Provide professional technical responses to development applications ensuring that drainage systems are sustainable and sufficiently effective in protecting communities from flooding.</li>\n\t<li>Working with applicants to promote the implementation of sustainable drainage systems on new developments.</li>\n\t<li>Work with developers and landowners to regulate activity on ordinary watercourses, ensuring that the designs of works are appropriate, sustainable, and do not adversely impact flow within watercourses.</li>\n</ul>\nAbout you We are looking for individuals that want to test boundaries, develop, and deliver, innovative approaches to reducing flood risk to our communities.\n\nPlease note previous applicants need not apply again.\nAbout us 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.\n\nOur 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.\n\nHear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href=\"https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU\">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>\n\nAt 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.\n\nWhen potential is unlocked, talent thrives.\n\nChoose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,234 - £40,778 plus £2,854 market supplement","publishDate":"2024-12-12T12:36:58.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-13T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ca967548-4868-45a8-afdf-1d41634ba7a0.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"6e43d936-b3cf-4d30-bf4d-17f1fd8478a1","title":"Senior Flood Risk Officer (Drainage)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"One Angel Sq, Northampton","locationType":3,"description":"West Northamptonshire Council has created a new team focused on developing and delivering innovative flood and water drainage solutions. The team is led by the Flood and Water Team Manager, reporting to the Head of Works within the PLACE directorate of the Council. \n\nThe team will act as the Council’s Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA) providing professional support and advice on flood and water management and be instrumental in developing its approach to the forthcoming changes to the Flood and Water Management Act 2010.\n\nIf you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please feel free to contact Mohamed Admani, Flood & Water Manager (Assets and Environment): mohamed.admani@westnorthants.gov.uk\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>Car Lease scheme</li>\n\t<li>\nProfessional subscriptions / registration - 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\t<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\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? <ul>\n\t<li>Lead on technical assessments and advice to Local Planning Authorities on the suitability of surface water drainage proposals for new development,</li>\n\t<li>Working with the Flood & Water Manager to ensure the Council (as Lead Local Flood Authority) continues to fulfil its role as statutory consultee in the planning system.</li>\n\t<li>Lead and provide professional technical responses to development applications ensuring that drainage systems are sustainable and sufficiently effective in protecting communities from flooding.</li>\n\t<li>Liasing with applicants to promote the implementation of sustainable drainage systems on new developments.</li>\n\t<li>Work with developers and landowners to regulate activity on ordinary watercourses, ensuring that the designs of works are appropriate, sustainable, and do not adversely impact flow within watercourses.</li>\n\t<li>Deputising for the Flood & Water Manager when required. </li>\n</ul>\nAbout you We are looking for individuals that have experience working with or within LLFA's on statutory consultee role. \n\nWe want applicants that want to test boundaries, develop, and deliver, innovative approaches to reducing flood risk to our communities.\n\nPlease note previous applicants need not apply again.\nAbout us 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.\n\nOur 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.\n\nHear more from Anna Earnshaw, our Chief Executive, about working for West Northants Council: <a href=\"https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU\">https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU</a>\n\nAt 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.\n\nWhen potential is unlocked, talent thrives.\n\nChoose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£41,816 - £45,175 plus £4,517 market supplement","publishDate":"2024-12-12T07:34:04.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-13T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/bec0fcb8-3c42-48ea-8427-79dbb244b252.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5d431679-5afe-409f-b268-eb5d46bea220","title":"Contract Manager (Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure)","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"One Angel Square","locationType":3,"description":"The Council is committed to achieving Net Zero for its own emissions by 2030 and for West Northamptonshire emissions by 2045. To deliver this ambition, the Assets & Environment (A&E) department, through its three units Works, Facilities, and Property Strategy & Estate has embarked on a sustainability journey with ambitious projects that will transform and shape the future of the Council and West Northants. Key current projects A&E are engaged in include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Large scale photovoltaic roll out</li>\n\t<li>EV infrastructure strategy</li>\n\t<li>Large scale EV infrastructure roll out</li>\n\t<li>Estate Climate Strategy</li>\n\t<li>Assets energy efficiency and heat decarbonisation</li>\n\t<li>Sustainable heat network for Northampton Town Centre</li>\n</ul>\n\nOur Works Unit have an exciting two-year fixed term opportunity for a Senior Programme Manager – Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure. You will be working within the Energy Management Team and leading the delivery of the EV infrastructure strategy for West Northamptonshire.\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity to join the team and support the Council's objectives of shaping the future of mobility in West Northamptonshire, that will be an example of best practice, and one that will deliver the best outcomes for the residents of the West Northamptonshire.\nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<li>\nCommsave- Free membership to Commsave Credit Union who provide a variety of savings accounts, loans, a monthly lottery draw and more!</li>\n\t<li>\nOngoing training and development opportunities.</li>\n\t<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\t<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\t<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>\nWhat will you be doing? We are looking for a dynamic individual who has experience with managing contracts (including concession contracts) for the delivery of infrastructure projects such as EV charging infrastructure, broadband, street lighting, transport, electricity, etc to lead the successful rollout of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across West Northamptonshire. To accomplish this task, you will have the support of internal and external stakeholders.\n\nDay to day, your role will involve procuring and appointing Charge Point Operator(s), mobilising the contract, managing the contractor and ensuring Council's specifications are delivered and installations are up to standard.\n\nYou will have overall responsibility for the rollout of the EV infrastructure, ensuring future innovations are periodically reviewed, and ensuring sustained good service provision on the EV charging infrastructure network.\n\nFull details will be available on the Job Description and Person Specification.\nAbout you You will bring with you strong knowledge around infrastructure delivery models. You will have ability to think logically and effectively liaise and communicate rational decisions based on evidence to a wide audience, including internal and external stakeholders.\n\n You will need to have:\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>Relevant degree level education or equivalent professional qualification (or relevant proven experience).</li>\n\t<li>Experience of contract management for delivery of infrastructure projects.</li>\n\t<li>Organisational and time management skills and ability to plan and deliver objectives within an agreed timeframe.</li>\n</ul>\nAbout 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.\n\nOur 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. \n\nHear more from our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, about what it's like to work at West Northants Council https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU \n\nWe 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 partner\n\nThe 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>.\n\nIf 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.\n\nWest Northants Council, where careers thrive.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38,234 - £40,778","publishDate":"2024-12-11T14:54:59.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-01-12T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ae91b08f-c693-4ff1-b46c-4e6cf095b0bc.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2493476c-5c70-4da6-9414-bf88a49f6985","title":"Educational Psychologist","employer":"West Northamptonshire Council","department":"","location":"One Angel Square","locationType":3,"description":"West Northamptonshire Educational Psychology Service is seeking to recruit creative and innovative psychologists to expand its existing team of skilled and friendly staff, as we develop and grow.\n\nWe are interested in hearing from experienced EPs, those at an earlier stage of their career and trainees currently on educational psychology doctoral training programmes. We would welcome applications from trainees qualifying in September 2025, and September 2026. \n\nWest Northamptonshire is a new Unitary council – with many opportunities to shape the future of the educational psychology service through co-constructing future directions with our stakeholders and developing the team together. \n\nThe Service is very well regarded and supported within the council, which has a strong focus on values-based practice and staff wellbeing. We are keen for staff at all levels to contribute to, or lead initiatives and projects in line with our model of distributed leadership, giving opportunities to develop, experience and contribute to strategic developments.\n\nThe EPS is committed to developing services in response to community needs. We provide a broad and extensive centralised training offer and promote emotional wellbeing for school staff through our coaching and supervision offer. The service leads on the Northamptonshire Baby Room Project and the Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) programme, and we are developing initiative into MELSA.\n\nThe service will provide you with a comprehensive induction and CPD programme and regular professional supervision. Additional mentoring support will be provided if you are a newly qualified EP. \n\nWe have extensive links with training universities, with two members of our EP team employed as tutors on EP training courses - along with other links to local universities.\n\nIf you would like an informal discussion about the role, and the new directions which the Service is taking, please email Gavin Morgan, Interim Principal Educational Psychologist and tutor at University College London - <a href=\"http://westnorthants.gov.uk\">gavin.morgan@westnorthants.gov.uk</a> \n\nor Kathryn Davidson, Interim Principal Educational Psychologist - <a href=\"mailto:kathryn.davidson@westnorthants.gov.uk\">kathryn.davidson@westnorthants.gov.uk</a>\n\nWest Northamptonshire Council covers the geographical area to the south and west of Northamptonshire. The service is based at One Angel Square in central Northampton. The EPS promotes a balance of face to face, alongside remote working. You will be provided with a laptop and mobile phone to support a flexible approach. \n\nSalary will increase up to £63,348 FTE with 3 SPA points. \n\nPreviously awarded SPA points will be honoured. \n\nWest Northamptonshire Educational Psychologists are employed on local scales - which exceed Soulbury terms - alongside a generous annual leave entitlement of up to 34 days (FTE).\n\nWest Northamptonshire value our EPs - HCPC registration fees will also be paid.\n\nRelocation expenses can be claimed when appropriate \nOur benefits We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:\n\n<ul>\n\t<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\t<li>\nCycle to Work scheme. </li>\n\t<li>\nLocal Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.</li>\n\t<li>\nEmployee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.</li>\n\t<li>\nCar Lease scheme via Tusker.</li>\n\t<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\t<li>\nEmployee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. 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Successful applicants will be joining qualified EPs, trainees and assistant psychologists who are committed to inclusion and improving the life chances of children and young people through the creative application of psychology.\n\nAll EPs have a balance of early intervention and statutory work, providing support to a patch of schools as well as having the opportunity to become involved with broader projects.\nAbout you We look forward to hearing from applicants who have:\n\n<ul>\n\t<li>An interest in developing innovative and creative practice</li>\n\t<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li>\n\t<li>A commitment to improving the life chances of others, and particularly those from vulnerable and/or marginalised groups</li>\n\t<li>An ability to work collaboratively with different professionals</li>\n</ul>\n\nApplicants will need to be professionally qualified and registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), unless currently in training. \nAbout 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.\n\nOur 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. 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