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

Closing Date: 16 Aug 2026

Team: Operational

Salary: £26,403 to £28,142 per annum pro rata

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

Positions are available at Nye Bevan, Skelmersdale and Park Pool, Ormskirk.

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. 

Closing Date: 30 Aug 2026

Team: Operational

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

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

Positions are available at Nye Bevan, Skelmersdale and Park Pool, Ormskirk.

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. 

Closing Date: 30 Aug 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. 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!

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Council's Strategic Planning Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Borough.

As Strategic Planning Manager, you will take the lead on the preparation, delivery and implementation of the Council's Local Plan, ensuring effective project management and successful progression through consultation, examination and adoption. You will oversee the production of a range of planning policy documents, manage consultants and respond proactively to changes in national planning policy and legislation. You will be responsible for managing a team of Strategic Planning Officers and Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 Officers.

Working closely with elected members, stakeholders and local communities, you will lead on a collaborative approach to place-making, helping to deliver sustainable growth across the Borough. The role also involves leading community engagement and consultation activities contributing to wider Council corporate priorities including housing, infrastructure, transport, economic development and regeneration.

As a manager within the Planning Service, you will be responsible for managing staff and budgets, driving high performance and creating and maintaining a positive, customer-focused culture. The role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and shape long-term policy in the area.

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

About You!

We are looking for an experienced and knowledgeable planning professional who is passionate about Planning and delivering positive outcomes for communities.

You will be a qualified Town Planner, holding an RTPI-accredited degree (or equivalent), with substantial experience in planning, strategic planning or planning policy within either the public or private sector. A strong track record of preparing and delivering planning policy documents and a detailed understanding of the plan-making process is essential.

As a leader, you will be able to motivate and develop a team, effectively manage workloads and resources, and deliver high-quality outcomes to challenging timescales. You will be confident in building and maintaining productive relationships with elected members, senior managers, colleagues, partner organisations and local communities, and be able to communicate complex planning issues clearly and persuasively to a wide range of audiences.

We are looking for someone with a positive attitude who combines strategic thinking with a practical, delivery-focused approach. You will be highly organised, politically aware and capable of balancing competing priorities. You will also possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify innovative solutions, manage risk and respond positively to change.

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.

For an informal chat, please contact Tom McGowan on 01695 583423 or Tom.McGowan@westlancs.gov.uk

Interviews are due to take place on 1st and 2nd September 2026

Closing Date: 23 Aug 2026

Team: Managerial

Salary: £54,934 to £56,760

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 and 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!

We are seeking a Finance, Revenues and Payments Technical Officer to join our Finance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the Council's financial operations and ensuring the effective administration of creditor, debtor and cash receipting functions.

You will be responsible for processing and monitoring a range of financial transactions, including supplier invoices, payment runs, sundry debtor accounts, invoicing, debt recovery activities and cash reconciliations. The role also involves responding to customer and supplier queries, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting compliance requirements including VAT and CIS regulations, and assisting with financial reporting and year-end processes.

Working closely with colleagues across the Council, you will help deliver a high-quality finance service, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and excellent customer service at all times.

To find out more about West Lancashire Borough Council, please follow the link to access our Recruitment Pack and view the attached Role Profile below.

About You!

You will have excellent numerical and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work accurately in a fast-paced environment.

We are looking for someone who has:

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent), AAT Level 2, or relevant comparable work experience.
• Experience of working within a finance, revenue, debtor, creditor or accounts environment.
• Experience of debt recovery processes.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and use your own initiative.
• A positive, adaptable and customer-focused approach.

Experience of dealing with members of the public and working to performance-related deadlines would be advantageous.

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.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Blackhall, sarah.blackhall@westlancs.gov.uk or Sandra Foster, Sandra.foster@westlancs.gov.uk.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

Team: Administrative

Salary: £28,598 to £31,022 per annum

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 and 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!

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Business Support Officer to join our Business Support Team.

This is a varied and fast-paced role providing high-quality administrative support to a range of services across the Council, including Environmental Services, Housing, Planning and Regulatory Services, and Corporate and Customer Services.

You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of business support functions by managing and maintaining records, processing purchase orders and invoices, updating and extracting information from management systems, supporting performance monitoring activities, and responding to customer and service enquiries.

The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities. You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, providing professional and customer-focused support while contributing to the continuous improvement of our services.

About You!

We are looking for a motivated and proactive individual with excellent administrative and customer service skills.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience of providing administrative or business support within a busy office environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, customers and stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
• Strong ICT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and other business systems.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload, work under pressure and meet competing deadlines.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail when processing information and maintaining records.
• The ability to work independently, use initiative and make informed decisions when appropriate.
• A positive, resilient and flexible approach to work.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute ideas to support service improvement.

Above all, you will share our commitment to delivering excellent customer service and embody the Council's Expected Behavioural Standards by putting customers first, taking responsibility, achieving results and working together.

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.

Please note that fixed‑term roles may be considered as secondment opportunities for internal candidates, subject to line manager approval which should be sought prior to application, with the expectation that the successful candidate will return to their substantive post upon completion of the fixed‑term contract.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

Team: Administrative

Salary: £26,403 to £28,142 per annum pro rata

Are you passionate about helping people and interested in how social housing is managed and maintained? Join our Housing Services team as one of two apprentices and kickstart a rewarding career in social housing!

What you’ll do:

• Support teams in tenancy management, property letting, homelessness, rent collection, repairs, and more
• Handle customer enquiries, visit properties, and help sustain tenancies
• Gain hands-on experience across Neighbourhoods, Tenancy, and Property services

What we’re looking for:

• Enthusiastic, customer-focused individuals
• GCSEs in Maths & English (Grade 4–9 / A–C) or willingness to complete Level 2 Functional Skills
• Basic MS Office skills
• Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 years and not be enrolled in other public-funded training

What we offer:

• 24-month Level 3 Housing/Property Management Apprenticeship
• Remote learning with study time included
• Friendly work environment and strong development support
• Potential for future employment—our last 3 apprentices secured permanent roles!

Apply now and build a career that makes a difference in your community.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

Team: Apprenticeship

Salary: £15,017 to £23,858 per annum

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has strong IT and data skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Can analyse information, identify themes and challenge data quality
• Communicates clearly and confidently with colleagues and customers
• Understands (or is keen to develop) knowledge of information governance and data protection

In return, we offer the opportunity to work in a collaborative, improvement-focused team where your work directly contributes to better housing services and an improved customer experience.
 
 Apply now to be part of a service that puts evidence, transparency and customers first.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

Team: Administrative

Salary: £26,403 to £28,142 per annum

- Looking for a new and exciting challenge?

- Passionate about providing great customer service?

- Self-motivated?

- Wanting to make a real difference?

 If the answer to these questions is ‘Yes’, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated person to join our Independent Living team, someone who shares our commitment and motivation to make a difference. Ideally you will have experience of working with older people and understand their needs.

With constantly changing priorities you will be self-motivated, capable of working with minimal supervision and able to demonstrate a proven track record of dealing with customers, ideally in a social housing environment. You should be a great communicator with excellent IT skills, which you will need to help provide an excellent and efficient service.

In a busy and challenging environment, you will provide a range of housing support services that enable residents to remain living independently in their homes; and will link with local services to prevent social isolation and promote health and wellbeing.

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, generous annual leave entitlement, the opportunity for hybrid working, Local Government Pension Scheme, work life balance policies, and support for your personal development are just some of the benefits we offer.

So, if you’re looking for something new and challenging, we would love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 09 Aug 2026

Team: Operational

Salary: £26,403 to £28,142 per annum

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Corporate Health and Safety Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a wide range of services, including Housing, Waste, and Leisure, each presenting diverse and complex health and safety challenges.

In this role you will provide advice and support across a broad range of services with varied risk profiles and will also develop and implement corporate health and safety policies and management systems.

We are looking for someone who has a proven track record in building strong working relationships. You must be resilient and confident managing a diverse and demanding workload and be passionate about influencing change and embedding a strong safety culture.

Applications are invited from both experienced health and safety professionals and candidates at an early stage in their careers who can demonstrate ambition and commitment. For the successful candidate, support will be provided to advance their professional qualifications

If you are looking for a varied role where you can make a real difference and further develop your career in health and safety, we would love to hear from you. Contact @Dee Fisher for an informal discussion.

Closing Date: 18 Aug 2026

Team: Professional

Salary: £39,862 to £42,839