11 Jobs found

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to work as an Officer within the Environmental Protection team at West Northants Council.We promise a varied and interesting workload that includes managing a caseload of investigations, customer requests and enforcement referrals, in addition to advising on planning and licensing consultations. There is also the opportunity to improve and protect the quality of the environment including contaminated land, air and noise pollution.The role can be based at any of our three locations, and flexible working will be supported. It will be expected that the successful candidate can attend the office or other locations as required from time to time.Our benefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why ...

Are you looking for a meaningful part-time role (22 ½ hours per week) where you can make a real difference? This is an exciting opportunity to join our team within the Audit & Risk Management Service, supporting our colleagues in the wider Finance Directorate and across the Council.We are looking for a diligent and proactive Fraud Support Intelligence Officer to join the Counter Fraud Team at West Northamptonshire Council. In this key role, you will act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) between the Council and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), ensuring effective communication and the timely exchange of information during welfare benefit fraud investigations. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the protection of public funds by supporting complex investigations and he...

Join our dynamic team in a part-time permanent role 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.Our benefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council.What will you be doing?Your d...

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. The 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.If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please feel free to contact Mohamed Admani, Flood & Water Manager (Assets and Environment): [email protected] reserve the right to close this advert early.Our benefitsWe offer a wide range of benef...

Are you passionate about shaping the future of our towns and communities? We are seeking a proactive and dedicated professional to join our Planning Service team and help deliver high-quality planning services that make a real difference.We need you to take charge in shaping the future of our community by delivering high-level, expert planning policy guidance and insight to the Council—driving decisions in alignment with Town and Country Planning legislation and beyond.We also have a two year fixed contract vacancy as well, please specify in your application your preference. Our benefitsYou can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council.What will you be doing?In this dynamic role, you will play a vital pa...

West Northamptonshire Council is looking for a dedicated and proactive Developer Contributions Officer to help drive forward its place-shaping agenda. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the best developments are delivered across the region.Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Our benefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include: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.Cycle to Work scheme. Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times yo...

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Building Control team for a new Building Control Officer.You will be accountable to the Principal Building Control Officer, with support from the Team Leader - Building Control. The role sits within Planning and Building Control Service which is part of the Place Directorate in West Northamptonshire Council.The role primarily involves undertaking site visits, rather than working from the primary office base. We are open to discussions about flexible working. This role has been identified as a part-flexible worker type, this means that you will be able to work from other work locations and when not working from an office you will be work remotely (including from home or on site).Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Our ...

As a new authority, we’re embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers, and communities. There is tremendous opportunity for an ambitious, dynamic, and spirited Building Control professional to exert a lasting influence over design, construction, safety, sustainability, and welfare, as well as protecting a rich and colourful heritage. You’ll find yourself in a position where your input can really make a difference and significantly benefit the future development of West Northamptonshire.Our benefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include: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 holid...

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. As 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.Learn more about our Social Work teams here: Our Adult Social Work teams | West Northamptonshire CouncilOur benefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days annual leave per year, 29 days for senior managers (pro ra...

We have an exciting opportunity within West Northants Council. We are looking for an Adult Social Care Worker to join the Flow and Capacity Team (FACT). This team undertakes assessments, provides advice, and coordinates support for people who are:In hospitalDischarged home with reablement servicesTransferred from hospital to settings such as residential Discharge to Assess placements or the Recovery and Independence Bed UnitThe team's remit is to review and consider all options to meet Care Act eligible needs, with a strong focus on promoting and maximising independence, wellbeing, inclusion, and personal control.As an Adult Social Care Worker, you will work alongside the Assistant Team Manager and Team Manager as part of a project team. Our benefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our...

The Pensions Service is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Operations team as a Team Leader. You will be responsible for a team of up to 10 members of staff providing information to members of the Local Government Pension Scheme about pension scheme entitlements within set performance standards. You will ensure benefits are calculated accurately and are processed in line with the agreed processes, SLA/administration strategy and relevant legislation and that appropriate audit trails are complied with. We are a very friendly team and there is plenty of opportunity for development within the Pensions Service.If you have any queries, please contact [email protected] Our benefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:Generous ann...