Nottingham City Council

Housing Casework Officer - Rough Sleeper Specialist Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom Contract Type: Fixed Term for 3 years Working Hours: 37 hours per week Worker Type: Onsite Worker Salary: Starting Salary is £32,597 (Level one) rising to £35,412 per annum (pro rata for part-time) Location: Housing Solutions, Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham, NG2 3NG We've got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you've been looking for? Read on to find out more Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best. In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you. You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here. About the Role At Nottingham City Council, we are dedicated to providing housing solutions and support to our citizens. Housing Solutions plays a pivotal role in preventing homelessness and ensuring that all citizens in housing need or crisis receive the assistance they require. We are currently looking for a motivated and empathetic Housing Casework Officers to become valuable members of our statutory homelessness team. If you are passionate about helping citizens in housing need and are dedicated to ensuring universal access to stable housing, we encourage you to apply. Be a part of our mission to make a positive impact on the city by preventing homelessness and providing vital support to citizens in their housing needs. Your unwavering commitment and expertise can significantly contribute to the success of this important mission. Responsible for housing advice casework, you will take action to ensure that the City Council fulfils its legal and safeguarding requirements to Citizens in housing need or crisis; in particular those who are rough sleeping. This will include evaluating; citizen need assessment, housing advice, homelessness prevention and deciding homelessness duties in accordance the Housing Act 1996 VII ( as amended). About You The ideal candidate will have: Good operational working knowledge of Homelessness and associated legislation and an ability to advise on and decide any duties owed to citizens for the Authority An understanding of the wider issues impacting upon homelessness, the barriers facing people with multiple and complex needs and the challenges faced in resolving rough sleeping An ability to communicate complex issues on a face to face basis, demonstrating tact, diplomacy, sensitivity and customer care An ability to effectively manage a complex workload under pressure meeting specified targets and deadlines whilst demonstrating attention to detail, prioritisation and self-organisation skills A commitment to providing a high quality customer focussed service An ability to work successfully in partnership across different sectors, building and maintaining good working relationships A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post. You can find the job description for this post here. At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page. Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held: 24th April 2026 If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. As one of the largest employers in Nottingham we offer a wide range of roles across a range of services. In return for your skill, drive and commitment to serving the people of Nottingham, we can help you to develop an exciting and rewarding career, with access to the following benefits. In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to: 26 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years' service)+ bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme offering 17.9% Smart Working - to support your work life balance Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres, cinema, shopping and much more! Nottingham City Council is committed to recruiting a talented workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and with different abilities. We recruit for diversity and value difference. We particularly want to hear from you if you are from Minority Ethnic communities, identify within the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer+ community (LGBTQ+) and if you are Disabled - these groups of people are underrepresented in our workforce, and we'd like to reflect our local population more through our recruitment processes. We are supportive of flexible working arrangements wherever possible and we would encourage you to discuss this with us during the selection process, should this be something you are interested in. Job Identification 7406 Posting Date 03/30/2026, 11:12 AM Locations Station Street, Nottingham, NG2 3NG, GB Apply Before 04/12/2026, 10:59 PM Assignment Category Fixed-Term Temporary Contract Reason Is subject to funding for the period of the contract.

Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: Full Time or Part Time (see below) Worker Type: Onsite Worker Salary: Starting Salary is £25,583 (Level one) rising to £26,403 (Level three) 'pro rata for part-time' Location:Harvey Hadden Sports Village, Wigman Road, Bilborough, NG8 4PB We've got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you've been looking for? Read on to find out more Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best. In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you. You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here. About the Role Active Nottingham are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the team at Harvey Hadden Sports Village. The main duties are to ensure the safe supervision of all customers using the swimming pools and other areas of the centre. Delivering exceptional customer service by consistently adhering to professional standards. Maintaining high levels of cleanliness and ensure a safe environment for customers to enjoy their chosen activities or sports. Being responsible for setting up, breaking down, and correctly storing equipment in accordance with established guidelines and health and safety standards and able to work shifts and flexible hours to cover for the needs of the service along with attending monthly staff training. Available Posts Post 1: 37 hours per week Post 2: 37 hours per week Post 3: 11.25 hours per week Saturday: 1.00pm - 6.30pm Sunday: 11.00am - 4.45pm Post 4: 25 hours per week Thursday: 1.00pm - 10.30pm Saturday: 12.30pm - 6.30pm Sunday: 7.30am - 6.30pm Please state clearly in your application which post(s) you are applying for. About You The ideal candidate will have: National Pool Lifeguard Qualification 10th Edition Knowledge of a range of sport and leisure activities Hold or be willing to obtain within a 12 week period Swim England or STA Swim Teachers Qualification This post is covered by the statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) (English Language Requirement for public sector workers) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English, is an essential requirement for the role. A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post. You can find the job description for this post here. At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page. For informal enquiries please contact Tom Bartley (Health, Safety, Workforce & Training Manager) by telephone on or by email at Closing Date: 15th April 2026 Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held: TBC If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Senior Waste Operations & Contracts Management Officer to manage recycling and waste operations. The successful candidate will lead operational projects, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with environmental legislation. The role requires a relevant degree, experience in contract management, and excellent communication skills. This is a permanent full-time position with an annual salary of £39,939 - £42,699, offering flexibility in work arrangements.

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RA Salary: £39,939 - £42,699 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 14/03/2026 Interview Date(s): Week commencing 23/03/2026 An exciting new opportunity has arisen within the Waste Management Delivery team at Leicestershire County Council. We are looking to recruit a Senior Waste Operations & Contracts Management Officer with experience in contract management who can support the management of Leicestershire County Council's Recycling and Household Waste Sites (RHWS) and Waste Transfer Station (WTS) on-site operations. About the Role As the successful candidate, you will become an essential member of the Waste Management Delivery Team. You will: Lead on the development and delivery of waste operational projects and improvements. Develop and deliver recycling and treatment services. Develop and deliver savings initiatives (including income generation). Monitor and manage relevant budgets. Procure, manage, and operate waste and related maintenance contracts for: Recycling & Household Waste Sites (RHWS), Waste Transfer Stations (WTS), waste disposal/treatment and environmental maintenance. Monitor compliance at RHWS and WTS sites in accordance with relevant legislation including health and safety and environmental legislation. Oversee site provision of operational equipment, legal consents, securitysystems (such as CCTV) and other maintenance. Support the Waste Management Delivery teams and Team Manager as required. About You To apply for this post, you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria: Hold a relevant degree or equivalent experience in waste management, contract management or contract procurement. Hold a COTC (or be willing to work towards) and be a member of the CIWM (or willing to work towards). Have experience in budget management including monitoring and planning abilities. Have experience of management and delivery of projects, including good knowledge of project management principles. Demonstrate the capability to build powerful relationships across stakeholders, utilising excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to negotiate, shape and influence as well as work to tight timescales. Have experience of procurement and management of waste or maintenance contracts. Hold a good knowledge of site operations and environmental compliance, as well as experience of managing waste operations (or services of an equivalent operational nature). You must have an understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion and can apply this to all situations. Be able to travel to locations across the County as required and perform all duties and tasks with reasonable adjustment, where appropriate, in accordance with the provision of the Equality Act 2010. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer. Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. Contact Information Luke Crown - Team Manager, Waste Contracts and Compliance Telephone: To contact me by email, please click here How to Apply Please apply sending us your CV as well a supporting statement, detailing how you meet the requirements of the post. The supporting statement should be no more than 500 words. At Leicestershire County Council we're looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation, not just what's on your CV. That's why we've designed a recruitment process that's fair, accessible, and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life, we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally. If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire, we'd love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application, ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above. Without this information, we won't be able to assess your suitability for the role, and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement, see the How to Apply section on our career site. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. If you have any technical issues when trying to apply for this post or you want to request an application pack in an alternative format, please contact our Employee Service Centre by telephoning (select option 2) or raising a ticket via our online portal: By applying for this post, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.

A local government authority in England seeks two health and safety professionals to ensure safe workplaces and compliance with legislation. Candidates should possess a NEBOSH Diploma and have relevant experience in various environments. The roles involve developing safety management systems and advising on health and safety matters. This position offers hybrid work arrangements and generous benefits. Closing date for application is 27th April 2026, with interviews scheduled for May.

Role: Gas Quality Control Officer Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30am - 5:00pm Worker Type: Hybrid Worker Salary: Grade I - Starting Salary is £46,142 (Level one) rising to £49,282 (Level four) per annum Location: Harvey Road (NG8 3BB) will be the contracted base for this role, but the postholder will be expected to be able to travel to other sites across Nottingham, as needed. We've got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you've been looking for? Read on to find out more Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best. In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you. You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here. About the Role It is the Gas Quality Control Officers' role to provide an effective quality control regime, maintaining accurate and up to date records ensuring that regular inspections of work in progress and work completed are undertaken, for Nottingham City Council housing stock. We will look to you to ensure that all gas servicing, maintenance and installations are carried out satisfactorily to Gas Services specification and in accordance with current gas safety regulations and manufacturers' instructions. Overseeing the work completed by the Gas Heating Engineers who maintain assets to meet statutory minimum standards for housing, and installation, repair and maintenance obligations as a landlord (under the tenancy agreement). This role is key in contributing to the provision of good quality rented housing and the achievement of high levels of tenant satisfaction, improving the landlord and tenant relationships and protecting health and safety. About You The ideal candidate will have: All relevant Accredited Certification Scheme (ACS) qualifications for domestic and industrial/commercial installations Experience of carrying out investigations and tests to identify faults Thorough knowledge and understanding of Gas Safety Regulations (1998) and relevant Building Regulations and British Standards Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal effectively with customers and colleagues of all levels Ability to use computer based systems to maintain systems, records and to produce reports Ability to inspect gas work on domestic and industrial/commercial properties ensuring a high standard with the ability to share technical knowledge with others You can find the full job description for this post here. Please submit both a copy of your CV and a supporting statement - in your supporting statement please ensure you demonstrate clearly how you meet the 6 requirements outlined above. We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) can be a helpful tool when preparing your application. AI can guide you, but only your own words and experiences truly matter - we want to see the real you. All examples and statements must be your own, accurate, and reflect your true experience and values. AI tools do not understand context, think critically, or assess the reliability of information, which means AI-generated responses can feel generic and may not accurately represent who you are. We recruit fairly and inclusively - showing your real self is what helps you succeed. For more information please click here. Closing Date: 15th April 2026 (11:59pm) - Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interview date: w/c 27th April 2026 - please note, this is subject to change If you have any queries about the role or the recruitment process, please contact us via email: If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.

Director of Children's Integrated Services Family Help Contract Type: Permanent Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3NG Worker Type: Hybrid role Salary: £95,338 (Level one) rising to 105,328 (Level four) per annum Strengthen Early Support. Champion Inclusion. Shape Brighter Futures. At Nottingham City Council, we're transforming how we support children, young people and families - and we're looking for a skilled, values-led leader to guide that change. You'll be joining us at a pivotal moment, with a bold and exciting programme of transformation underway across Children's Services, creating the conditions for innovation, collaboration and long term improvement. As our new Director of Family Help, you'll lead a broad and vital portfolio of early help and targeted services, helping us deliver meaningful and measurable impact across our communities. We're strengthening our investment in early help, prevention and youth/adolescence services, and you'll play a key role in driving this forward. You'll help shape responsive, accessible support that reduces escalation, improves outcomes and ensures families receive help at the earliest opportunity. This is a rare opportunity to play a leading role in shaping services that truly put "Citizens at the Heart" of everything we do. About the Role This senior leadership role offers the chance to shape and influence a core part of the city's Children's Integrated Services Division. You'll lead the strategic development and operational delivery of services including: Family Help Youth Justice Virtual School Quality Assurance Safeguarding Partnership You'll work closely with elected members, the Corporate Director, and local partners to deliver Nottingham's improvement and recovery ambitions. You'll foster innovation, build resilience in teams and services, and ensure that inclusion, partnership and quality remain at the centre of everything we do. What We're Looking For We're looking for a confident, forward-thinking leader who builds strong relationships, empowers teams, and delivers results. You'll bring senior leadership experience in a large, complex organisation, with a proven ability to turn strategy into action and drive improvement. You'll understand the challenges facing local government and have the financial and analytical skills to find creative, practical solutions. You'll be an inclusive leader who motivates high-performing teams, fosters wellbeing and resilience, and leads change with clarity and purpose. You'll plan for the future, adapt quickly to change, and deliver innovative services within tight budgets. Strong partnership skills are essential. You'll work effectively with communities, partners, and government, and engage across the political landscape with integrity. You'll champion equality, diversity and inclusion, shaping services and culture that reflect and value individual needs. You will need: A professional qualification relevant to the role (e.g. qualified and registered social worker, probation officer, or Youth Justice qualification at degree level) A leadership/management qualification (ILM Level 7 or equivalent) Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills The ability to analyse complex data, assess risk, and develop practical solutions Why Nottingham? Nottingham is a vibrant, diverse and ambitious city - one that's committed to building better futures for its children and families. You'll join a passionate senior leadership team focused on delivering high-quality, inclusive services that make a real difference. This is your opportunity to lead boldly, collaborate widely, and help shape lasting change at a crucial time, as we deliver an ambitious transformation programme across our services. If you're ready to bring energy, vision and strategic leadership to a city that needs and values it - we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us build the future of family help in Nottingham.

Head of Adolescence & Youth Justice Services Contract Type: Permanent Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3NG Worker Type: Hybrid role Salary: £70,656 (Level One) to £79,167 (Level Four) per annum Strengthen Family Help. Champion Young People. Drive Positive Outcomes. At Nottingham City Council, we're continuing our journey to improve outcomes for children, young people and families. We're looking for a committed, skilled and values driven leader to oversee our Adolescence and Youth Justice provision and help shape the future of Family Help across the city. This is a critical leadership role with the chance to make a real and lasting impact on communities across Nottingham. About the Role As Head of Adolescence & Youth Justice Services, you'll lead the strategic and operational delivery of key services including MST, Youth Justice, Family Networking and Adolescence Teams. You will ensure that children, young people and their families receive timely, accessible support within their local communities. A key part of this role will be driving forward our expanding youth offer across Nottingham. We are increasing our citywide youth provision and investing in new approaches to support adolescents where they live, learn and socialise. You will lead and champion these initiatives, ensuring they are ambitious, evidence informed and co designed with young people. We're looking for someone who is energised by innovation, confident in leading transformation, and committed to delivering impactful youth focused developments at scale. You'll work closely with partners across health, education, policing, the voluntary sector and social care to embed a strong and consistent Family Help system for Nottingham. You'll champion high performance, strong quality assurance and readiness for Ofsted and HMIP inspections. You will also contribute to wider service leadership across Children & Education Services - helping build an inclusive, high performing culture where colleagues feel supported, respected and motivated to deliver excellent services. What We're Looking For We're looking for a confident, collaborative and forward thinking leader who brings: Significant leadership experience in a large or complex organisation A track record of delivering positive outcomes for children, young people and families Motivated to deliver high impact initiatives, drive improvements in our youth provision and advance our expanding offer The ability to translate strategic priorities into effective, high quality services A strong grasp of safeguarding, Youth Justice practice and Family Help delivery Experience of working with inspection frameworks, including Ofsted and HMIP The skills to lead change, manage risk and find creative solutions within a challenging financial climate The ability to build strong relationships with partners, colleagues and elected members A commitment to inclusion, fairness and putting citizens at the heart of service design A leadership style that motivates teams, builds resilience and supports wellbeing You Will Need: A relevant professional qualification: Registered Social Worker, Probation Officer, or Youth Justice degree level qualification Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills Experience managing budgets and driving value for money Experience preparing for or participating in HMIP/Ofsted inspections A leadership/management qualification (ILM Level 7 or equivalent), or willingness to work towards it Why Nottingham? Nottingham is a diverse, ambitious and vibrant city, with a strong commitment to improving the lives of its children and young people. You will join a passionate senior leadership team focused on delivering high quality, inclusive services and meaningful change. This role offers the chance to lead boldly, work collaboratively and help build a Family Help system that makes a lasting difference. If you're ready to bring your leadership, energy and expertise to a city that values it - we'd love to hear from you.

Head of Children's Regulated Services Contract Type: Permanent Location: Loxley House, Station Street, Nottingham NG2 3NG Worker Type: Hybrid role Salary: £70,656 (Level One) to £79,167 (Level Four) per annum Are you ready to lead services that shape brighter futures for Nottingham's children? Nottingham City Council is looking for an exceptional and values led leader to take on the role of Head of Children's Regulated Services. This is an opportunity to make a powerful, lasting difference - supporting some of our most vulnerable children and young people and ensuring they have the safety, stability and care they deserve. This isn't just a management role. It's a chance to lead with purpose, inspire change, and help drive a city wide commitment to improving outcomes and strengthening the lives of children in care. About the Role As Head of Children's Regulated Services, you'll lead a diverse and high impact portfolio that includes children's homes, fostering services, corporate parenting, and semi independent provision. You'll ensure high quality, child centred practice across all regulated settings, creating environments where children feel safe, supported and able to thrive. You will act as the Responsible Individual for fostering and residential care, providing strategic leadership while also ensuring robust operational oversight. You'll drive improvement, strengthen quality assurance, and lead teams through regulatory expectations with confidence and clarity. Your leadership will play a central role in shaping Nottingham's approach to corporate parenting, amplifying the voice of children and young people, and championing their rights throughout every stage of their journey. You'll work closely with partners, elected members and senior colleagues to develop placement sufficiency, strengthen commissioning arrangements, and ensure that all regulated services remain safe, compliant and ambitious. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our ambitious transformation agenda. We are progressing the development of our residential estate, expanding and modernising our regulated services to ensure children and young people continue to benefit from high quality, nurturing and safe homes. This is an exciting period of change, and we're looking for a leader who is energised by innovation and committed to driving forward these initiatives. Key Responsibilities Provide strong, inspirational leadership across all regulated children's services Act as Responsible Individual for fostering and residential provision Ensure full compliance with Ofsted requirements and relevant statutory frameworks Lead on placement sufficiency, commissioning strategy and quality improvement Drive continuous improvement and service innovation Promote co production and embed the voice of children and young people Strengthen corporate parenting practice across the city Manage resources effectively, ensuring value for money and financial sustainability What You'll Bring A Social Work England registration as a qualified social worker A relevant management qualification Significant leadership experience in complex children's services settings A strong track record of delivering high quality regulated services Confidence leading and navigating Ofsted regulated environments Ability to lead service transformation to deliver modern, high quality homes for children Excellent partnership, communication and analytical skills A deep commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and corporate parenting The ability to inspire teams, build resilience and lead change with purpose Why Nottingham? Why Now? Nottingham is a vibrant, diverse and ambitious city committed to delivering the very best for its children and families. We're investing in our services, strengthening our leadership, and driving forward a shared vision for excellence. You'll join a passionate senior leadership team determined to make a difference - with the support, influence and autonomy to shape services that matter. Your leadership will have impact every single day: in the stability a child experiences, the confidence a young person gains, and the futures we help create together. We'd love to hear from visionary leaders who are passionate about children's futures and ready to take the next step in their career.