Andover Town Council was formed on 1^st April 2010 and is seeking an experienced person who can lead at a strategic level with particular experience of Local Government finance and budgetary control and who also has the ability to maintain friendly and constructive partnerships with other organisations.

 Above all, the successful candidate must have a genuine interest in and care for a community-minded town.

 An application pack may be obtained from:

 The Hampshire Association of Local Councils : steven.lugg@hants.gov.uk or 121a Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford, Hampshire SO53 2DR   Tel: 02380 263438 

 The closing date for applications is Tuesday 5^th October 2010 and should be returned to: Mrs Linda Butcher, Andover Interim Town Clerk, 6 The Mews, East Hoathly, East Sussex BN8 6EH

 Interviews will take place on Wednesday 20^th October 2010 in Andover.

It is desirable, but not essential, that such communication should be bilingually in the medium of Welsh and English languages. Ideally you will be part qualified MIIA/PIIA/AAT/CCAB or have at least five years relevant experience.

The duties of the post will also include taking on the Lead Auditor role in investigations relating to fraud and irregularity and qualification and/or experience of such work would be an advantage but a willingness to train in this area is essential. For an informal discussion please contact John Fidoe on 01248 752611.

The above post is awaiting job evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 12 NOON, FRIDAY 1 OCTOBER 2010.

Further details and application forms are available from our website www.anglesey.gov.uk. or telephone 01248 752504 or e-mail jobs@anglesey.gov.uk

Ashby de la Zouch is a busy market town in the northern part of Leicestershire, with excellent communications with the motorway network and close to East Midlands Airport.  The Town Council enjoys a good working relationship with North West Leicestershire District Council and several members serve on both authorities. 

The appointment is full time.  Application Form and a Job Description can be obtained by telephoning 01530 416961 between 9am and 1pm  and the closing date for applications is 30 September 2010.

The postholder will support the Project Manager and Chief Executive in delivering effective benchmarking, supporting member organisations in driving efficiencies from their investment activities and embedding collaborative procurement arrangements.

You will be highly motivated, and have sound knowledge and experience of contract management, procurement and cost management at a practitioner level ideally in a housing and/or construction background.

Efficiency North is a public sector consortium formed by a number of regional social landlords and is hosted by Sheffield City Council. More information on Efficiency North can be found at www.efficiencynorth.org, alternatively you can call Carl Bairstow on 07890 537206 for an informal chat.

The post will require working 37 hours per week and will be based in Sheffield, however some travel throughout Yorkshire and Humber will be expected.

Sheffield City Council is an equal opportunities employer and has publicly committed to this by signing up to the “Two Ticks – Positive About Disabled People” scheme. This ensures that all disabled applicants, able to demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria of the job description are guaranteed an interview.

It is not enough to tick that you are disabled on the monitoring form, if you are disabled and feel this applies to you, please let us know by quoting:-  “I am eligible for a guaranteed interview under the two ticks scheme” on your application form at the bottom of the “Suitability for the Job” section. Please make sure this is written as a separate paragraph to make sure it does not get lost in the content of your application.

Closing Date:  15^th September 2010.

Please complete a form on-line at www.sheffield.gov.uk/jobs or email hrfirstjobs@capita.co.uk

to request an application form or to submit a completed form. Alternatively telephone HR First on 0114 273 4299. Please quote the relevant post reference number. Please indicate on your application form where you saw the advertisement.

This post covers the full range of prevention and assessment work as well as supporting Deaf and deaf/blind people to access other services successfully.

The team comprises a part time senior practitioner/social worker and three care managers with sign language skills. There are very close links between the workers with d/Deaf people and the Rehabilitation Officers and social worker with visually impaired people.

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Records Disclosure form in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997.

Sheffield City Council is an equal opportunities employer and has publicly committed to this by signing up to the “Two Ticks – Positive About Disabled People” scheme. This ensures that all disabled applicants, able to demonstrate that they meet the minimum criteria of the job description are guaranteed an interview.

It is not enough to tick that you are disabled on the monitoring form, if you are disabled and feel this applies to you, please let us know by quoting:-  “I am eligible for a guaranteed interview under the two ticks scheme” on your application form at the bottom of the “Suitability for the Job” section. Please make sure this is written as a separate paragraph to make sure it does not get lost in the content of your application.

Closing Date:  15^th September 2010.

Please complete a form on-line at www.sheffield.gov.uk/jobs or email hrfirstjobs@capita.co.uk to request an application form or to submit a completed form. Alternatively telephone HR First on 0114 273 4299. Please quote the relevant post reference number. Please indicate on your application form where you saw the advertisement.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated person to the following post.  If you are up to the challenge, we would like to hear from you.

A Visiting Officer is required as part of a team undertaking proactive exercises to ensure that claimants receive their correct benefit entitlement.  Duties include visiting claimants in their homes, verifying the evidence supplied in support of their applications and reassessing benefit entitlement as appropriate. The successful applicant must have experience of working within a Benefit Section and an up to date knowledge of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit legislation.

Although not essential, experience of Capita’s Academy IT system would be an advantage. You must have a full driving licence (preferably clean) and use of your own vehicle for which an essential car user allowance will be paid.

For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Fred Shelton, Investigations and Interventions Manager on 01992 564170.  

Our preferred option is for candidates to apply online.  Please visit our website to apply online and view all our current vacancies at: http://applications.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/

Alternatively, for an application pack please contact Human Resources, Epping Forest District Council, Civic Offices, 323 High Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4BZ, Tel: 01992 564433 (24 hour answer service) Please quote relevant ref. (No CVs please)

Working towards equal opportunities

Leading and managing the staff and other resources of the Registration Service Unit, you will ensure the delivery of high quality, cost-effective, customer-focused services which meet the Council’s statutory responsibilities and contribute to the delivery of the Council’s Corporate Strategy.

You will also represent Cheshire East Council in matters relating to Registration and Nationality Services to stakeholders and at forums outside the Council.

Self-motivated with an innovative approach to management, you will have effective communication skills and be able to demonstrate the ability to promote the Registration Service to key stakeholders.

For an informal discussion, please contact Lindsey Parton on 01270 686477 from 10 September onwards.  For more information and to apply, visit http://www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/jobs_and_careers.aspx. or tel 01244 972503 quoting ref no CE632.

Closing date: 24 September

processes more open and transparent, means that it is a time of change. The Council is looking for someone who embraces change, accepts challenges and is keen to go the extra mile.

You will need to be a flexible team player with excellent organisational, written and verbal communication skills, political awareness, a confident and positive disposition and the ability to work with people at all levels, and be proficient in the use of ICT.

For this post you will have an understanding and knowledge of local government and how democracy works.

If you feel you are interested by the challenges this post offers and you would like an informal chat about the post please telephone Kulvinder Tumber, Democratic & Electoral Services Manager on 01895 837225.

Application forms and further details are available by telephoning the Personnel Unit on 01895 837287 (24-hour answerphone) e-mail: personnel@southbucks.gov.uk by writing to: The Personnel Unit, South Bucks District Council, Capswood, Oxford Road, Denham, Bucks, UB9 4LH Or on our website jobs.southbucks.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is September 13th 2010

We are looking for two bright and enthusiastic team players, who excel at providing excellent customer service and contributing new ideas. Applicants will need a high standard of communication skills (both written and verbal) and excellent interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to respond positively to pressure, meet tight deadlines and the confidence and initiative to manage their own workload.

It goes without saying that this politically restricted post requires an awareness of and sensitivity to the political environment of committee administration.

If you feel you have the relevant comparable experience of supporting formal meetings, and most importantly a can-do attitude and an eagerness to deliver excellent customer service in a demanding and ever-changing environment, we look forward to receiving your application.

Ultimately, your salary will depend on experience, knowledge and the level of duties you are able to undertake so we are expecting interest from a wide range of applicants. You will be required to attend evening meetings for which time-off in lieu will be given.

The Council operates a flexi-time scheme.

Closing date: 17th September 2010.

Interview date: w/c 27th September 2010.

Apply online at www.northampton.gov.uk or telephone our recruitment line on 01604 837529 quoting the relevant reference number. Alternatively email us at recruitment@northampton.gov.uk

Plus Essential car user allowance paid to post holder. Hours 36 per week (Flexi time in operation)

Epping Forest District Council are looking for a dynamic person to lead our Local Taxation Recovery team in the collection of Council Tax and NNDR following the issue of the liability order. The post holder will be required to appear and conduct cases in the Magistrates and County Court as an authorised officer.

The person we are looking for will preferably be IRRV qualified and must have detailed knowledge of Council Tax, NNDR, Insolvency and Court legislation with experience in a managerial position within a Revenues Section. In addition the person should have experience developing and implementing processes and systems to maximise the Councils collection.

As the lead officer you will be responsible for dealing with external and internal bailiffs to ensure that the Councils guidelines and policies are being complied with, and also local organisations such as the Citizens Advice Bureau to promote effective working relationships.

The duties will involve some out of hours work and it is essential that the post holder has a full driving license and has a vehicle available for business use.

For further information please contact Ken Pheasant in Local Taxation on 01992 564218. For an application form apply online at www.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/jobs or contact Human Resources Unit on 01992 564433, (24 hours answer service), no CV’s. PLEASE QUOTE THE JOB REF NO.

Application deadline: noon 17th September 2010

Interviews will be held on 6 or 7 October 2010

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