Somerset Council
Somerset Council is the local authority for Somerset, responsible for providing a wide range of services to residents and businesses. It focuses on community well-being, economic development, education, and environmental sustainability. The council is dedicated to engaging with local communities and fostering partnerships to enhance the quality of life in the region. Key initiatives include supporting local businesses, improving infrastructure, and promoting cultural heritage. Somerset Council prioritizes transparency, accountability, and innovation in delivering its services.
10 Vacancies
£26,016 - £26,847 a year
- Assist residents and businesses in accessing essential regulatory and environmental health services while managing enquiries and applications.
- Ideal candidates will have strong administrative skills, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative approach to work.
- The role offers a flexible work environment across various locations with a full-time schedule of 37 hours per week.
£38,510 - £43,149 a year
- You will investigate housing complaints, conduct inspections, assess hazards, and enforce housing standards to improve conditions for vulnerable residents in Somerset.
- The ideal candidate will possess relevant environmental health qualifications, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to enhancing tenant wellbeing and housing standards.
- This full-time role is based in Taunton, offering a salary between £38,510 and £43,149 per annum, with the opportunity to influence service development during significant reforms.
£38,510 - £43,149 a year
- You will investigate complaints, conduct inspections, assess housing hazards, and take enforcement action to improve housing conditions for vulnerable residents.
- The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications, experience in environmental health, and be proactive with excellent communication skills.
- This full-time position is based in Williton, offering a competitive salary and the chance to influence housing reforms under the Renters' Rights Act.
£26,847 a year
- Monitor live CCTV systems to enhance public safety and community wellbeing through rapid incident response.
- Ideal candidates should possess strong attention to detail, sound judgement, and the ability to work well under pressure.
- This part-time role is based in Bridgwater, offering a permanent contract with a salary of £26,847 pro rata.
£32,597 - £36,363 a year
- You will identify and reduce health inequalities in Somerset by developing tools for data collection and creating reports to support evidence-based decision making.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, experience in public health data, and excellent communication skills to convey findings effectively.
- This part-time position requires 22.2 hours per week, based in Taunton, and offers a competitive salary along with opportunities for professional development.
£26,847 - £29,071 a year
- Provide vital support to residents and businesses, handling enquiries through various channels while ensuring a positive customer experience.
- Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication skills, resilience, and the ability to adapt communication styles.
- This permanent position is based in Shepton Mallet, offering 37 hours per week with a focus on collaboration and service improvement.
£38,510 - £43,149 a year
- You will assess risk and care needs for adults, enabling independence and providing support within legislation while collaborating with local agencies.
- The ideal candidate will have experience in social work, possess strong knowledge of local resources, and demonstrate empathy and creativity in problem-solving.
- This full-time role is based in Taunton with 37 hours per week, offering a salary between £38,510 and £43,149 plus 30 days annual leave.
£38,510 - £43,149 a year
- Assess and support adults' mental health needs, conducting risk assessments and collaborating with local agencies for effective outcomes.
- Looking for experienced social workers skilled in assessment, decision-making, and a strong commitment to enhancing independence.
- Full-time role based in Bridgwater, 37 hours per week, with a competitive salary, generous leave, and a focus on supporting ordinary lives.
£28,598 - £32,061 a year
- Support young people transitioning to adulthood by assessing care needs and coordinating support resources effectively.
- Ideal candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, organisational abilities and experience in social or community care.
- Full-time role in Bridgwater offering a competitive salary, 28 days annual leave, and the pathway to becoming a qualified social worker.
£43,149 - £47,665 a year
- Play a lead role in driving high-quality, evidence-informed social work practice within the Learning Disabilities Service, ensuring person-centred and strengths-based approaches.
- The ideal candidate will be an experienced practitioner, skilled in supervision and coaching, with a commitment to continuous improvement.
- This full-time role offers a salary of £43,149 rising to £47,665, with flexibility across locations in Taunton, Yeovil, Bridgwater, or Mendip.