Job Title
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The advertised salary includes a supplement (JWC) to the base grade of the post. JWC supplements are conditional on the physical demands and /or working conditions of the role. [Add or delete as necessary]
 
About this opportunity

Advert Text to include:

•	Intro/about the role
•	Who are we looking for/key essential criteria/transferable skills?
•	Specific benefits to the role/team/USPs – e.g., relocation
•	Recruitment Manager contact for an informal chat or further details

What can we offer you!

•	Excellent training and development offers
•	Flexible working opportunities
•	Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
•	Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
•	Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
•	Competitive rates of pay
 
DBS (delete/update as necessary)

Option 1 – This role requires a basic DBS check

Option 2 - This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires a standard/enhanced DBS check.

Option 3 - This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children’s/Adults Barred List check. 

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and/or Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults and/or Children.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 
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We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.

If you are invited to a virtual interview, this will preferably be undertaken using the Microsoft Teams software, which is currently free for new users, however if there are any issues with accessing this technology, we are happy to discuss alternative arrangements prior to the interviews. 

Additional assessments applicable for specific role e.g., additional panels, psychometric tests etc. added as and when needed – (delete/add/update as necessary)

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

Please see below the supporting information:
Post Specification
Role Profile
Tips for writing an advert:
•	summarise the role and what it has to offer 
•	mention key skills and attributes you are looking for
•	explain the role’s relationship within the council and to the specific team
•	provide an overview of the team/council culture 
•	try to make the wording engaging yet informative, avoid repetition 
•	avoid using buzzwords or jargon but ensure you use relevant words that can be picked up by online job searches 
•	break your advert down into readable paragraphs or consider the use of bullet points 
•	be purpose driven and explain what differentiates this role from others in the sector 
•	provide contact details if you would like candidates to be able to discuss the opportunity with you
•	corporate benefits will be included as standard but also you could include specific benefits to the role/team e.g relocation etc

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