Northumberland County Council

The following content displays a map of the jobs location - Cowley Road Depot, Blyth Assistant Engineer (Electrical Services) Job Reference: ncc/TP/15906/3155/DE Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37 Location: Cowley Road Depot, Blyth Closing Date: 14/08/2026 Job Category: Architects / Surveyors / Engineers Region / Division: UK Region Directorate: Place and Regeneration Job Introduction Reporting to the Street Lighting Manager, you will be working as part of a team where you will play an important role providing technical support to other team members, Council Departments, elected members and External Clients. This will include delivering quality exterior lighting and associated electrical design solutions, including trunk roads, housing estates, public realm, decorative, feature lighting and EV Chargers, also carrying out site surveys and inspection. The job role is a hybrid mix of office and homeworking, and there is a requirement to carry out site surveys/inspections as part of the design work. You will take part in client meetings/briefings to discuss the proposed scheme(s) and participate in team project progress meetings. Key responsibilities and duties include: Preparation of reports, feasibility studies, designs, drawings, specifications, and contract documents Clear communication skills and the individual must be able to develop strong technical credibility with the client and be able to foster relationships in a partnering environment Liaison with engineers/technicians from other disciplines Carry out site surveys/inspection Assist in the preparation of estimates Design of lighting projects in accordance with relevant standards and codes of practice Electrical designs for private cable networks in accordance with relevant standards Liaise with clients, electricity suppliers, contractors, professional organisation's, sub-consultants, and other design teams Supporting the production of Environmental Lighting Impact Assessments reports, Economic Assessments reports and Business Cases Assist with night time lighting assessments REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB Relevant engineering degree or an equivalent demonstratable level of practical experience and ability Completed or working towards completing the Institution of Lighting Professional Exterior Lighting Diploma and registered with the Engineering Council as Incorporated Engineer with membership of the ILP Conversant with lighting design software, in particular Lighting Reality Have experience or practical working knowledge of AutoCAD Have a working knowledge of Highways Agency DMRB and MCHDW standards, BS5489, BSEN 13201, BS7671 and ILP Technical Reports/guidance documents Highly motivated, and able to work with limited supervision Approachable and personable, and able to build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients IT Literate, inc. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Northumberland County Council's (NCC) vision is 'Land of Great Opportunities', for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work. Why choose us? We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including: 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees) Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees) We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post. For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial

Northumberland County Council is seeking a School Governance and Data Protection Officer to join the School Governance Team. This full-time, permanent role is based at County Hall (Hybrid) with countywide travel to support schools and educational settings across Northumberland. You will provide specialist advice on governance and GDPR compliance, work with school boards and academy trusts, deliver training, and help strengthen governance and leadership across educational establishments in the

The following content displays a map of the jobs location - Northumberland County Council, County Hall, Morpeth (travel countywide) School Governance and Data Protection Officer Job Reference ncc/TP/70/3135/SA Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37 Location: Northumberland County Council, County Hall, Morpeth (travel countywide) Closing Date: 28/07/2026 Job Category: Education Region / Division: UK Region Directorate: Job Introduction School Governance and Data Protection Officer Full time Permanent Base County Hall (Hybrid), countywide travel Are you passionate about supporting schools, influencing positive outcomes for children and young people, and providing expert advice that makes a real difference? Northumberland is a large, diverse and ambitious county with schools of all types and sizes. We are committed to ensuring every child has access to a high-quality education, and effective governance is central to achieving that goal. We are looking for a School Governance and Data Protection Officer to join our highly regarded School Governance Team. This is a rewarding and varied role, offering the opportunity to work closely with school leaders, governors, academy trusts and local authority colleagues to strengthen governance, support school improvement and ensure GDPR compliance across educational settings. About the role As a School Governance and Data Protection Officer, you will play a key role in supporting and developing school governing boards, helping educational establishments navigate complex governance matters and promoting best practice across the county. You will: Provide specialist advice and guidance on all aspects of school governance and governance-related matters. Support educational professionals to resolve complex governance issues and challenges. Work with governing boards, school leaders and academy trusts to promote effective leadership and high standards. Support the delivery and ongoing development of the School Governance and GDPR Service Level Agreements. Deliver training, share best practice and provide constructive challenge to support school improvement. Provide mediation and support in relation to complaints and governor code of conduct matters. Advise schools and educational settings on GDPR compliance and data protection requirements. Build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, influencing strategic decision-making and governance effectiveness. This role offers excellent variety, combining advisory, training, development and problem-solving responsibilities while making a meaningful contribution to the education sector in Northumberland. What we're looking for We're seeking an individual with excellent communication and relationship-building skills, a strong understanding of governance, data protection or a related discipline, and the ability to provide confident, professional advice to senior stakeholders. Whether your background is in education, governance, compliance, data protection or a related field, if you're passionate about supporting schools and developing your expertise, we'd love to hear from you. Please note: Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as there is substantial travel required across Northumberland and neighbouring local authorities to support schools and educational establishments. The role also requires flexibility to attend evening meetings and undertake evening work where required, as many governing board and committee meetings take place outside of standard office hours. What we offer Salary range: £35,412 - £39,152 per year Flexible working arrangements, including home-based working Extensive training and professional development opportunities Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement A wide range of employee benefits and wellbeing support The opportunity to make a real difference to schools, governors and young people across Northumberland If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can influence educational outcomes, develop specialist expertise and work as part of a supportive and professional team, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help shape strong governance that supports every child to thrive. For further information about the role, please contact Vicki Evans, School Governance and Data Protection Manager, at to arrange an informal conversation. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.

The following content displays a map of the jobs location - County Hall, Morpeth Lead the technology that powers services for thousands of residents across Northumberland Are you an experienced IT infrastructure leader ready to shape the future of digital services at scale? Northumberland County Council is seeking a strategic and forward-thinking Senior Manager - IT Infrastructure to lead the development, security, resilience and performance of our enterprise technology environment. This is a unique opportunity to influence the Council's digital future, ensuring our infrastructure supports modern, accessible and responsive services for residents, businesses and communities across the county. Why Join Us? At Northumberland County Council, technology is at the heart of transformation. Our Digital Service delivers modern, user-centred solutions that improve lives, enhance service delivery and support our ambitious organisational priorities. As Senior Manager - IT Infrastructure, you'll play a pivotal role in enabling innovation while leading a talented team responsible for critical technology services. This is a career-defining opportunity to: Shape and deliver a long-term infrastructure strategy across a large and complex organisation. Lead major technology investment and transformation programmes. Influence senior stakeholders and contribute to organisational decision-making. Drive innovation, security and operational excellence. Develop and inspire high-performing technical teams. The Role You will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Council's IT infrastructure estate. You'll ensure infrastructure services remain secure, resilient, scalable and aligned to business needs while championing continuous improvement and innovation. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering the Council's long-term IT infrastructure strategy. Leading services across networks, cloud platforms, data centres, end user computing, resilience and disaster recovery. Managing significant infrastructure budgets and technology investments. Ensuring compliance with security, governance and regulatory requirements, including GDPR. Monitoring service performance and driving operational improvements. Managing supplier relationships, contracts and technology partnerships. Leading, coaching and developing infrastructure teams to achieve outstanding results. About You We're looking for a strategic technology leader with the vision, expertise and influence to deliver large scale infrastructure services. You'll bring: Significant experience in IT infrastructure leadership and management. A proven track record of developing and implementing successful infrastructure strategies. Strong expertise across networking, cloud, security, hardware and enterprise infrastructure technologies. Experience managing technology risks, resilience and business continuity. Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, suppliers and contracts. The ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels. A Level 6 qualification in Data, Digital or IT, or equivalent senior professional experience. Applications will be particularly welcomed from candidates who have: Experience in a senior infrastructure leadership role within a large, complex organisation. Knowledge of local government or public sector environments. Make an Impact Technology is critical to how we deliver services to our communities. If you're passionate about leading modern infrastructure, driving digital transformation and building resilient technology services that make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits and perks to offer you 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees). Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme. Flexi scheme - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part time employees). To see all our excellent benefits and perks, please click here. Equal Opportunities We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post. For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial

Northumberland County Council invites applications for a Senior Manager - IT Infrastructure to lead the development, security, resilience and performance of our enterprise technology environment. You will shape digital services for residents and businesses across the county, directing budget-heavy infrastructure programs and building high-performing teams. The role requires strategic vision, strong stakeholder engagement and proven delivery of large-scale infrastructure initiatives in a public