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ST HELENS COUNCIL St. Helens, Merseyside
Aug 31, 2026
Full time
About the Service Housing Standards is St Helens Borough Council's private sector housing enforcement service, committed to ensuring that rented homes are safe, healthy and well managed. We work closely with landlords, tenants and managing agents to improve housing conditions, tackle poor standards and enforce housing legislation where necessary. A key priority for the service is delivering the Council's responsibilities under the Renters' Rights Act 2025, helping to protect tenants, support responsible landlords and raise standards across the private rented sector. About the Role Join our dedicated Housing Standards Team and play a key role in improving housing conditions across St Helens. This career graded opportunity is ideal for someone looking to develop or progress a career in housing regulation and enforcement. You will investigate complaints, inspect private rented properties, work with landlords and tenants to secure compliance, and use your professional skills to protect residents and support thriving communities. Working as part of a supportive and experienced team, you will help deliver the Council's housing enforcement priorities, including the implementation of the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and wider initiatives to improve standards in the private rented sector. Making a Difference Whatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people's lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer. St Helens Borough Council Jobs Search here for your perfect career - Home Page As a St Helens Council employee, you'll be enrolled in the Merseyside Pension Fund Pension Scheme. Use the calculator to see what your annual pension could be worth based on your salary and length of service. Try the calculator Roles That Matter This post is subject to Basic Disclosure This post is fixed-term until 31 March 2029. Employees can regularly work away from Council workspaces (including home or other locations), alongside required office-based working. The balance between remote and office-based working is determined at service level based on operational need, however, there has been a minimum specification that staff will work at least 2 days from an office-based location. St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region's leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training & progression & staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment. Equality & Diversity We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection. All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles.
ST HELENS COUNCIL St. Helens, Merseyside
Aug 30, 2026
Full time
St Helens Council is recruiting for a Housing Standards professional to join the Housing Standards Team. You will investigate complaints, inspect private rented properties and work with landlords and tenants to secure compliance, helping to raise standards across the private rented sector. As a career-graded role, you will contribute to delivering the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and support thriving communities, with a minimum two days in an office setting and flexible arrangements where
ST HELENS COUNCIL St. Helens, Merseyside
Aug 28, 2026
Full time
Learn, Believe, Shine Lansbury Bridge is seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and creative Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and committed team on a fixed term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment where professional development is encouraged, and every child is valued. We are looking for someone who: Has a passion for teaching and learning Builds strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all Embraces creativity and innovation in the classroom Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life Working at Lansbury Bridge Joining our school means becoming part of a vibrant, supportive community where every day brings new opportunities to inspire and be inspired. Here, you're not just a teacher or staff member - you're a vital part of a team dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child. Our staff enjoy: A collaborative and friendly environment where ideas are valued and shared The rewarding experience of seeing students grow, succeed, and develop confidence Opportunities for continuous professional growth and leadership development The chance to make a real difference, shaping the future of our students A culture that balances high expectations with genuine care and respect Experience of working with children with SEN and ASC/behavioural difficulties would be an advantage. Lansbury Bridge School is a generic special school which caters for 240 children and young people, aged 4-14. All of our pupils have complex needs and have an EHCP in place. The majority of our pupils have profound, severe or moderate learning difficulties while over 50% also have a diagnosis of ASC. A number have additional sensory, physical and medical difficulties. Our motto is 'Learn, Believe, Shine' and we encourage this of our staff as well as our pupils. Lansbury Bridge is a special place to learn and work. Every day is different and brings with it new joys and challenges making the role interesting and rewarding. We have high expectations of our staff and this supports the best outcomes for our wonderful pupils. If you are child centred, hard-working and of a positive disposition, we'd love to hear from you. Routine, structure and the support of consistent staff is of great benefit for our pupils, therefore reliable staff with great attendance records are encouraged to be a part of our team. Purpose of the Role To work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching and/or senior staff, inclusive of specific individual learning needs. Enabling access to learning for all pupils, assistance and support in classroom management and behaviour techniques and providing specialist support in a specific curricular/resource area. Supervision of whole classes during the short-term absence of teachers with agreed lessons plans in place. Provide short-term cover to enable Planning, Preparation and Assessment time to be effectively managed. As a Level 3 Teaching Assistant there is an expectation that you have the confidence and organisational skills to support and direct colleagues as instructed by the Teacher. At Lansbury Bridge, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That's why we prioritize wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging. Come join us - where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. Lansbury Bridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. For more information regarding this role, please contact FAO Claire Jones Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert. This is an Enhanced Disclosure post. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.
ST HELENS COUNCIL St. Helens, Merseyside
Aug 27, 2026
Full time
St Helens Borough Council is seeking a motivated professional to support the monitoring of commissioned Adult Services and Public Health contracts. You will work across service areas, ensuring contracts are monitored, performance data is reported, and providers meet contractual requirements. You will manage your workload, meet deadlines and support delivery of quality services across the borough, in a role that values organisation, collaboration and attention to detail.
ST HELENS COUNCIL St. Helens, Merseyside
Aug 26, 2026
Full time
We are St Helens Borough Council Located in the heart of the Northwest close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernising Council which is passionate and ambitious for the Adults and families we support, our communities and our workforce. As part of our transformation journey, we continue to build on our progress and put people firmly at the centre of our care. We can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce. Join Our Contract Monitoring Team We're looking for a motivated and organised professional to support the monitoring of commissioned Adult Services and Public Health contracts. You'll work across both service areas, helping to ensure contracts are effectively monitored, performance information is accurately reported, and providers comply with contractual requirements. Managing your own workload, you'll play a key role in meeting deadlines, maintaining high standards, and supporting the delivery of quality services across the borough. If you're highly organised, enjoy working collaboratively, and have a keen eye for detail, we'd love to hear from you. Roles That Matter What You'll Be Doing As a key member of the Contract Monitoring Team, you'll help ensure commissioned Adult Services and Public Health contracts are effectively monitored, compliant, and delivering quality outcomes. You'll support a wide range of contract monitoring activities, including: Coordinating and maintaining contract monitoring systems, processes, and documentation. Collecting, analysing, and reporting performance data using Power BI and other information sources. Supporting annual contract review processes, including provider uplifts, benchmarking exercises, and monitoring visits. Producing performance reports, KPI analysis, and management information to support informed decision-making. Maintaining accurate contract records, monitoring schedules, action logs, and provider information. Supporting due diligence activities and ensuring key information is accurately recorded and maintained. Managing Freedom of Information (FOI) requests in line with statutory requirements and data protection legislation. Working closely with colleagues, providers, and partners to gather, analyse, and share information that supports effective contract oversight. Monitoring progress against contract monitoring programmes, ensuring activities are completed within agreed timescales. Contributing to the continuous improvement of contract monitoring processes, systems, and reporting mechanisms. Supporting audits, service reviews, and risk management activities across the department. Keeping up to date with developments in Adult Services, Public Health, and relevant performance management frameworks Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert. Employees can regularly work away from Council workspaces (including home or other locations), alongside required office-based working. The balance between remote and office-based working is determined at service level based on operational need, however, there has been a minimum specification that staff will work at least 2 days from an office-based location. Making a Difference Whatever stage of your career, working in the public sector puts you at the heart of communities. Our workforce provides services to our resident's day in and day out, making a positive impact on people's lives. We could not do this without the dedication, professionalism and strength of our workforce. There are so many reasons to choose to work at St Helens Council including the fantastic range of employee benefits and rewards on offer. As a St Helens Council employee, you'll be enrolled in the Merseyside Pension Fund Pension Scheme. Use the calculator to see what your annual pension could be worth based on your salary and length of service. Try the calculator St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region's leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter. The Charter recognises the ongoing commitment to fair pay, secure work, training & progression & staff well-being whilst celebrating employers who go above and beyond for their workforce providing an inclusive and supportive environment. Equality & Diversity We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection. All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles. Be scam aware: St Helens Council will never ask applicants to share payment information or charge recruitment fees when applying for vacancies. If in doubt, contact
ST HELENS COUNCIL St. Helens, Merseyside
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
The Governors of Robins Lane Community Primary School invite applications for a Headteacher who embodies our motto 'Aim High, Fly High'. From January 2027, we seek an inspirational leader who can challenge and motivate our children and staff in their search for excellence. You will foster outstanding relationships with parents, governors and the wider community while continuing our caring ethos and ensuring a broad, high quality curriculum that supports every learner.
ST HELENS COUNCIL St. Helens, Merseyside
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
The Governors of Robins Lane Community Primary School are seeking to appoint a Headteacher who embodies our school motto - 'Aim High, Fly High'. Required from January 2027, we are looking for an inspirational and enthusiastic leader, able to challenge and motivate our children and staff in their search for excellence. Do you have: the ability to sustain high achievement with a broad and rich curriculum? the skill to build on excellent relationships with parents, governors and the community? the desire to continue our positive, caring ethos with values that enable our whole-school community to aim high and fly high? excellent and proven leadership skills? In return, we will offer you; enthusiastic and engaging pupils active governors and a strong parent body an improving and forward looking school striving for excellence a challenging and engaging curriculum for all a well motivated and enthusiastic staff team a caring, supportive and inclusive school built on our WINGS values a positive and strong relationship between pupils and staff Candidate Open Event We want to give candidates the opportunity to visit our wonderful school and have arranged an open event for Thursday 10th September 2026 at 9.30am. If you'd like to visit the school, please contact Clare Roberts, School Business Lead, on or to book a place at the event. Working at Robins Lane Primary School Our WINGS values are at the heart of everything we do. They are; Warm-hearted; Inspire; Never Give Up; Genuine; Strive to Succeed We want our children to know and value their roots whilst building the knowledge, confidence and curiosity to venture out into the wider world where they can 'aim high and fly high'. To support this, we have a wonderful and dedicated team of staff and governors. We work together collaboratively and with mutual trust and respect. We invest in the wellbeing and happiness of every individual staff member. We buy into a comprehensive wellbeing package for every member of our team, which offers financial and legal advice, medical advice and support, mental health support (including counselling), GP appointments and musculoskeletal services. We want our staff to be healthy and happy and support everyone having a positive work/life balance. Come join us - where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares. Robins Lane is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. For more information regarding this role, please contact School Business Lead The closing date for applications will be the close of play on Wednesday 16th September 2026. Shortlisting will take place on Friday 18th September 2026 and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by phone or email following this. Tasks and formal interviews scheduled to be held on Wednesday 23rd September 2026 and Thursday 24th September 2026. Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment. Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert. This is an Enhanced Disclosure post. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.