We are looking for experienced friendly swim teachers to ensure children aged from just 3 months old develop positive and long-lasting experiences with the water.

WELL follow the national Swim England 'Learn to Swim' programme, therefore all of your lesson content is provided for you, empowering you to deliver fun, safe and progressive lessons

If you hold a professional swimming qualification equivalent to the Amateur Swimming Association Level 2 and a relevant lifesaving award equivalent to the National Pool Lifeguard we would love to hear from you. 

Positions are available at Nye Bevan, Skelmersdale and Park Pool, Ormskirk. Hours on offer are predominantly on weekdays between 4pm-7pm and Saturday mornings.

Closing Date: 14 Jun 2026

Team: Operational

Salary: £29,093 per annum pro rata
Casual Hours

It’s time to join West Lancs as we embark on delivering our new and ambitious Vision and Priorities. With a focus on environmental sustainability, generating economic prosperity, building inclusive & healthy communities and financial resilience, we are looking for exceptional candidates to help shape our future.  

The Role

Following restructure and team expansion, West Lancashire Borough Council is recruiting to a new Team Leader post for the Private Sector Housing section.

As Team Leader you will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision and management of the section. The day to day workload is diverse, including a range of complaint work, caravan site licensing, HMO licensing of circa 250 HMO's, empty properties, displaced persons programme and affordable warmth grant programme.

You will be pivotal in developing and delivering strategic plans for service delivery and will be a champion of change. We are looking for passionate and experienced Officers with excellent communication skills. We welcome applications from existing managers looking for a change in direction or candidates with supervisory experience looking to develop into a management role. 

What's in it for you?

West Lancashire is diverse in its geography and business communities, providing a varied workload and range of opportunities for the potential candidates.

We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement, flexible working, a generous employer pension contribution scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.

If you are eager to be part of a transformative journey and make a tangible impact, West Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.

If you are interested in learning more about the post, please contact Lyndsey Key (Environmental Health Manager) on 01695 583236 for an informal discussion.

Closing Date: 22 Jun 2026

Team: Managerial

Salary: £48,226 to £50,269

It’s time to join West Lancs as we embark on delivering our new and ambitious Vision and Priorities.  With a focus on environmental sustainability, generating economic prosperity, building inclusive & healthy communities and financial resilience, we are looking for exceptional candidates to help shape our future. You will be joining an organisation that puts its customers first, takes responsibility and works together with a can-do attitude, all while challenging the status quo to deliver exceptional outcomes for our communities. 

We are seeking a Registered Building Control Technical Manager to lead our Building Control team. The legislative landscape is changing and in this important role, you will manage and develop the team to ensure a safe built environment for residents and businesses within West Lancashire. You will also be the Council's technical lead in further implementing the new building safety regime.

You will bring expertise and competence in the building regulations and associated legislation, along with the ability to lead and develop our skilled team. Your management skills will be instrumental in maintaining and enhancing our reputation while driving innovation and improvements. If you’re looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking and ambitious local authority, we would love to hear from you.

Your Role!

As Building Control Technical Manager, you will lead the technical delivery of the Council’s Building Control service. Your responsibilities include:

• Managing a team of professionals, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and regulatory standards.
• Translating regulations and statutory requirements into practical working practices recognised by the Building Safety Regulator.
• Providing expert technical advice to senior managers, elected members, developers, businesses, and the community.
• Making decisions on service provision and implementing changes to meet evolving needs.
• Overseeing resources, including databases and technical systems.
• Handling frequent changes in priorities and deadlines for yourself and your team.
• Conducting site inspections, managing associated risks, and ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Acting as the Council’s technical expert in Building Control, maintaining high professional standards and influencing best practice.

About You!

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional who can lead and innovate within Building Control. You should have:

• Qualifications & Expertise: 
  • Recognised technical qualifications in Building Control or a related discipline.
  • Extensive knowledge of Building Regulations and associated legislation.
• Skills: 
  • Strong leadership and management skills to supervise a team of professionals.
  • Ability to apply creativity and innovation in implementing regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent communication and diplomacy skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience: 
  • Proven track record of managing complex technical services and making strategic decisions.
  • Experience in handling contentious issues with tact and professionalism.
• Other Requirements: 
  • Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities.
  • Willingness to conduct site inspections and manage associated risks.
  • Commitment to health & safety and equality standards.

What's in it for you?

We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement, flexible working, a generous employer pension contribution scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.

A market rate supplement will be applied in addition to the advertised salary and will be reviewed annually to ensure continued alignment with market conditions.

If you are eager to be part of a transformative journey and make a tangible impact, West Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.

Closing Date: 21 Jun 2026

Team: Managerial

Salary: £51,356 to £54,495 Plus additional market rate supplement

It’s time to join West Lancs as we embark on delivering our new and ambitious Vision and Priorities.  With a focus on environmental sustainability, generating economic prosperity, building inclusive & healthy communities and financial resilience, we are looking for exceptional candidates to help shape our future. You will be joining an organisation that puts its customers first, takes responsibility and works together with a can-do attitude, all while challenging the status quo to deliver exceptional outcomes for our communities. 

Your Role!

As a Planning Officer in the Development Management team you will:

• Assist in the efficient and effective day to day delivery of the Council’s planning functions within the Development Management service;
• Manage a caseload of planning applications, pre-application enquiries, listed building consent applications, advertisement consent applications, discharge of condition applications etc, ensuring that they are dealt with in accordance with agreed performance targets;
• Undertake site visits to assess the impacts of proposed development;
• Attend meetings to discuss matters relating to your caseload;
• Prepare written reports for decision under delegated authority and by the Council's Planning Committee;
• Assist in investigations into breaches of planning control.

To find out more about West Lancashire Borough Council, please view the attached Role Profile below.

For in an informal chat, please contact Kate Henry [01695 585355 (Tue-Fri) / kate.henry@westlancs.gov.uk]

About You!

The ideal candidate will:

• Be hard-working and self-motivated with the ability to take initiative;
• Be articulate in spoken and written communication;
• Be a team player and adept at working alone;
• Have a strong customer service focus;
• Have a background in town planning or a related discipline (previous experience in Development Management is desirable but the post is also suitable for a graduate or other professional looking to develop their career);
• Be willing to learn.

What's in it for you?

We pride ourselves on our friendliness and being a good employer with a range of benefits and employment terms and conditions to suit you. A competitive salary and annual leave entitlement, flexible working, a generous employer pension contribution scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.

If you are eager to be part of a transformative journey and make a tangible impact, West Lancashire Borough Council welcomes your application.

Closing Date: 07 Jun 2026

Team: Professional

Salary: £32,061 to £33,699