Leicestershire County Council

6 job(s) at Leicestershire County Council

Leicestershire County Council Leicester, Leicestershire
09/06/2026
Full time
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: County Hall Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8RA Salary: £25,995 - £26,409 Per annum (Pro rata for part time) (Pay Award Pending) Working Hours: 37 hours Contract Type: Fixed term (Until 31st March 2029) Closing Date: 15th June 2026 Interview Date(s): 23rd June 2026 - In person About the Role As part of our new Best Start in Life Family Hubs Team, we require a Project Support Assistant. You will need to have experience of supporting a team with administrative tasks, data processing, and various other clerical duties. Our aim is to give families the best support in their early parenting journey, to ensure all children across Leicestershire are 'ready for school'. Your role will involve processing the data we receive to enable us to deliver the right services at the right time. You will also use software packages to enable us to record our group activities so we can track the progress and impact of our delivery. About You To apply for this post, you must: NVQ 2 in Business Administration or equivalent, or equivalent level of relevant experience. Produce letters, reports, emails, minutes, spreadsheets, and presentations etc. using a variety of software packages to a professional standard, maintaining diaries, making appointments and arranging meetings as required. Organise, attend and take notes or minutes at meetings, including preparation and circulation of agendas and minutes. Booking of travel, venue, catering requirements and minibus hire/log. Manage and co ordinate a busy workload of incoming and outgoing correspondence and mail, taking appropriate action to record, track, progress and prioritise work, using own initiative as required to resolve non complex queries and problems. Input data using Excel, Access or other relevant software programmes and generate reports as directed. Collate and record statistical information, completing returns and records as necessary. Accurately enter data onto database systems, maintain a log of data entry and to make best use of database system functions. Input data for an electronic diary system that will update the Family Hubs Service. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer. Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. Contact Louise Pettitt - Team and Partnership Manager - Family Hubs Telephone: Email:
Leicestershire County Council Leicester, Leicestershire
07/06/2026
Full time
Leicestershire County Council is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to manage a key team responsible for maintaining access and security for a shared Oracle Cloud system. Responsibilities include user access management, issue resolution, and supporting finance, HR, and payroll operations. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of Oracle Cloud and related systems, with the ability to oversee BACS payments. This permanent, full-time role offers flexibility and a commitment to inclusivity.
Leicestershire County Council Leicester, Leicestershire
07/06/2026
Full time
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: County Hall LE3 8RA Salary: £39,939 - £42,699 per annum (pro rata for part time) (pay award pending) Working Hours: Full time - 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 10th June 2026 Interview Date(s): 15th June 2026 Are you an experienced Systems Administrator with detailed knowledge of Oracle Cloud? Are you ready to lead a small but strategically important team maintaining access and security for a shared Oracle Cloud system? Then this role may be for you! About the Role East Midlands Shared Services is a partnership between Leicestershire County Council and Nottingham City Council to provide a shared Oracle Platform and transactional finance, HR and payroll services. The Sys Admin Team Manager leads a key team in the support of the shared Oracle system by: Managing access for users Triaging all queries and incidents Providing advice and guidance to key stakeholders and managers across the two councils Operating a BACS bureau for all payments in and out of the system In addition you will support team members to deliver a seamless service, ensuring that queries are answered with service level agreements and work with EMSS colleagues and managers to design and deliver service improvements. You will also support the Oracle Support Service Manager and EMSS Business Development Manager in responding to internal and external audit requirements. About You To apply for this post, you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria: Providing system support for Oracle to include managing configuration, developing and maintaining user access and roles, including in depth knowledge of Oracle security and access, sufficient to be able to advise partners and suppliers of issues and options. NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification or equivalent level of relevant experience. Providing support to Oracle users to resolve problems and issues, and of processing and overseeing BACS payments including knowledge of BACS payment systems and protocols. Investigating complex issues in a Oracle Cloud system and devising solutions. Supporting operation finance, HR or payroll teams to meet business objectives including reviewing new or existing processes. Working with external IT support to create a seamless Oracle support service. Working in a complex partnership arrangement and the impacts this has on managing system roles and access. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer. Interested in Flexible Working? We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below. For more information or an informal discussion, please contact: Jill Turner - Business Development Manager Email:
Leicestershire County Council Mountsorrel, Leicestershire
02/06/2026
Full time
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: Mountsorrel Depot, Hawcliffe Road, Mountsorrel, Leicestershire LE12 7AH Salary: £28,605 - £31,029 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) (Pay award pending) Working Hours: 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: Sunday 21st June 2026 Interview Date(s): TBC (Please note: interviews will be in-person) About the Role An opportunity has arisen for a Sign Services and Traffic Management Technician to join our Operational Highways team at Leicestershire County Council, working as part of the Sign Services team providing the design, manufacture, installation and dismantling of bespoke signage as instructed to meet programme targets. Activities included are sign design and manufacture, sign distribution and data inputting including collections. The nature of the work may involve you carrying out work outside of normal working hours and at different locations than your designated base. This role is a "safety critical post" and, consequently, subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with our policies and procedures. A copy of our Substance Testing Policy, Procedure and Guidance is available upon request. About You To apply for this post, you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria: NVQ 2 in Highways Maintenance or similar, Skilled Road-worker Trades Test Assessment, New Roads and Streetworks Act (NRSWA) Qualification (Supervisor), National Highways Sector Scheme 12D (M1/M2 & M7) or you have demonstrable evidence of skills and experience with a commitment to attaining the essential qualifications. It would be desirable if you had experience of Signlab software, with Mimaki flatbed printing, with Mimaki Printer/cutter and with Laminator. Experience working in a highways or civil engineering environment. Experience of using information technology (e.g. personal computer, PDS, mobile phones etc) in a work-related context and using word processors, spreadsheets, databases and Microsoft Office Software suite, to retrieve and input data. Knowledge of Chapter 8 Traffic Management Regulations. Core communication skills both written and verbal. Are able and willing to work with everyone in the team, use their own initiative in planning and prioritising and can respond confidently to customers & colleagues with understanding & diplomacy whilst maintaining an objective & professional stance. Are well organised and be able to prioritise own workload and is self-motivated and can use their own initiative. In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values and to delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer. Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
Leicestershire County Council Shepshed, Leicestershire
30/05/2026
Full time
Leicestershire County Council is seeking an ICT Service Manager to support the curriculum at Oakfield Short Stay School. This role involves leading the school's network infrastructure and ensuring a reliable ICT service in a dynamic educational environment. Applicants should possess relevant qualifications such as BTEC or NVQ4, along with experience in education settings. The council offers professional development opportunities and a supportive team atmosphere.
Leicestershire County Council Shepshed, Leicestershire
30/05/2026
Full time
Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: Oakfield Secondary Provision Forest Street, Shepshed LE12 9DB (travel may be necessary between sites) Salary: £32,070 - £34,359 (Per annum) (pay Award Pending) Working Hours: 37 hrs per week full time Contract Type: Permanent About the Role Oakfield Short Stay School is Leicestershire's provision for school aged children who have been permanently excluded or are at risk of permanent exclusion from school. We have expanded the age range of Oakfield School, and as a result we are recruiting staff. In this role you will be responsible for ensuring that there is an efficient, reliable and usable ICT service to support curriculum and administrative provision in the school. You will be part of a vital team in an exciting period of development, working with us to meet the needs of children and young people between the ages of 5 and 16 who struggle to manage in mainstream and need a different offer of education to secure their successful next steps. Key Responsibilities Lead and Inspire: Take ownership of the school's network infrastructure, including wired and wireless networking, switching, routing and firewall configuration, with particular responsibility for pupil based networking environments. Support Reintegration: Support the delivery of the school's Digital Strategy by translating strategic objectives into robust, secure and scalable technical solutions. Contribute to the continuous improvement of systems, services and infrastructure. Accountability: Manage and develop on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance and resilience. Promote Inclusion: Demonstrate a commitment to inclusion, ensuring all pupils feel valued and supported. What We Offer Unique Learning Environment: Experience a diverse and dynamic workplace where every day is different. Professional Development: Access opportunities for professional growth and bespoke training. Supportive Team: Join a highly skilled and supportive team of practitioners. Make a Difference: Play a crucial role in transforming the lives of young people. Flexibility: Options for part-time or full-time work to suit your lifestyle. About You BTEC (Higher), NVQ4 or equivalent relevant qualification plus experience. Experience of working with young people preferably in a school or college setting. Postholder will have considerable technical skills often gained through many years' experience. Experience of responding to national changes within the educational landscape through strategic leadership. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to relate well to people on all levels, diplomatic but assertive. A collaborative and supportive approach, working well with colleagues across departments. Legal and Accessibility Information A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.