Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Vacancies

Apprentice Ranger

2026-04-09T14:24:00+01:00

Apprentice Ranger

Qualification - Level 2 Horticulture Operative

Hours - 36 hours

Fixed term - 28 months

Salary - NMW plus 3% age dependent (breakdown per age group as below)

Age 16-17 £ 15,017 per annum (£ 8.00 per hour)
Age 18-20 £ 20,367 per annum (£ 10.85 per hour)
Age 21+ £ 23,859 per annum (£ 12.71 per hour)

Apprenticeships are high quality, work-based training programmes for people who want to develop their prospects and career. The programme provides work-based training to those who want to learn new skills and gain qualifications while working.

Green Sefton are looking to recruit a Grounds Maintenance Apprentice who is committed and motivated to complete the 28 month programme.

Your main duties will include routine maintenance activities such as grass cutting, cleansing of litter, shrub and hedge maintenance, seasonal bedding, path sweeping and supporting Community groups, to provide a high quality of maintenance to Sefton’s green spaces.

The post will be based at Hesketh Park Depot, Park Rd, Southport PR9 9LA.

Inclusive Recruitment

We are proud to be an organisation which embraces diversity and difference. We employ colleagues who each bring their own unique skills to deliver an excellent service to our customers.

We always recruit the most talented people for any role, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, gender, or sexual orientation.

We aim to be reflective of the communities that we operate in. We promote diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Visit Inclusive Recruitment (sefton.gov.uk) for further information regarding the Council’s approach to Inclusive Recruitment.

How to apply

To apply for this post please request a job pack and application form by emailing Apprenticeships@sefton.gov.uk

Closing date - Friday 24^th April 2026

Interviews - Thursday 7^th May 2026

We reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If interested, please complete an application as early as possible

Place Partnership Strategic Lead

2026-04-08T16:12:00+01:00

Fixed Term Until 31st March 2028

About the Role

This is a pivotal role at the heart of our communities, as the Place Partnership work continues to develop you will play a critical role in leading the movement and connecting with partners.

You will also be Sefton’s representation and key person liaising with Merseyside Sports Partnership and Sport England to deliver the priorities outlined as part of the Place Partnership work.

The key responsibilities include:

Lead on the development of strategies for embedding systems leadership and collaborative community development, to positively influence system transformation around active lives.
To promote innovative policy development and best practice in active lives, systems leadership and collaborative working based on significant knowledge, skills and expertise informed by national and international research and practice.
Present keynote speeches, presentations and workshops locally, regionally, nationally to promote the work of the project and share learning.
To lead on the development, promotion and embedding of fair and inclusive practice within the project approach, to ensure all stakeholders in Sefton listen, learn and embed the learning from diverse voices, perspectives and experiences.
Embed evaluation and learning in all parts of the work.

This role suits someone who is passionate about the positive impact physical activity has in addressing health inequalities and improving lives for Sefton residents. You will be committed to maintaining high standards, and confident working both independently and collaboratively across Sefton and the wider Liverpool City Region.

Closing date: Monday 4th May 2026

Provisional interviw dates: Friday 15th & Wednesday 20th May 2026

Place Partnership Project Support Officer

2026-04-08T13:57:00+01:00

Fixed Term Until 31st March 2028

About the Role

This is a pivotal role at the heart of the new externally funded Place Partnership work with Sport England. It will provide day-to-day operational coordination for the Sefton Place Partnership Development Award, ensuring activities are delivered on time, within scope, and in line with Sport England’s investment principles. The role will support the Strategic Lead in driving the programme forward, coordinating partners, managing delivery plans and ensuring effective integration of community insight into programme development.

You will also provide ad-hoc support to Communities department in line with the work. This role requires someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, can anticipate needs and an organised approach to managing different priorities.

The key responsibilities include:

Accurate recording of data, meetings and action trackers.
The ability to prioritise tasks effectively and efficiently
Exceptional attention to detail
Point of contact for external and internal partners
Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office package including Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel etc.

This role suits someone who is passionate about communities being physically active and what we can do to support them, committed to maintaining high standards, and confident working both independently and collaboratively to support the Place Partnership develop.

Closing date: Monday 4th May 2026

Provisional interviw dates: Friday 15th & Monday 18th May 2026

Operations Manager

2026-04-02T10:48:00+01:00

Bootle Leisure Centre was built in the early 1990’s, Bootle is a significant ‘wet and dry’ multi-purpose Leisure Centre. It occupies a prominent site at North Park recreation ground, in the heart of the community. The centre benefits from being readily accessible to the surrounding community and visitors. The centre operates a 25-metre traditional pool and a leisure pool with flume ride and rapids. Facilities include a sauna and steam room on the poolside, 4 court sports hall, large fitness suite with Synrgy training zone, free weight area, group fitness and virtual training. Refurbished wet side changing area with large family changing cubicles, private showers, improved access to the pool, positive imaginary, pool side music and light system.

As a member of the Operations management team, you will play a key role in ensuring that we meet the ever-increasing expectations of our customers. You will ensure that the centre operates to the highest standards, in the most efficient and effective way possible. To make this happen we want to attract self-motivated people who have vision, flair, and a desire to succeed. We want our managers to be leaders, to have inspirational personalities, to share our eye for attention to detail and be reliable in their daily duties. The post involves the supervision of staff and be able to maintain good staff discipline to ensure that staff carry out their duties to a high professional standard. You will motivate all of those around you and create a fun, happy and productive workplace. You will also work with your Senior Operations Manager, management and the sport and recreation team, to help to implement a variety of council policies and procedures.

This post is critical to the successful operation of Bootle leisure centre, experience of working at this level in a busy leisure environment is desirable. Key roles and responsibilities of the post will include the day-to-day management of the facility covering all personnel, health and safety, reactive and planned maintenance, pool plant procedures and ensuring that all financial procedures are followed and that all aspects of the site are always adequately covered by fully trained staff.

This Post will involve evening and every other weekend work, which will be integrated into the operational rota.

Closing Date - 28/04/2026

Provisional Interview Date - 06/05/2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receieve a high volume of applications.

SEN Casework Officer

2026-04-02T08:56:00+01:00

Are you passionate about improving the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within Education Excellence for a SEN Casework Officer.

Working as a SEN Casework Officer some of your responsibilities will include the following:

To work as a member of the SEN team to ensure the statutory requirements currently relating to the assessment of children with SEN are met within the current Performance Indicators including:

Processing of requests for Statutory Assessments.
Preparation & circulation of letters to parents & professionals.
Requesting & tracking provision of advice.
Preparation of EHC plans.
To ensure that parents & young people are fully involved in drawing up EHC plans, and in reviews and assessments.
To work in partnership with parents & other service users to ensure that the need for mediation, tribunal and dispute resolution procedures is kept to a minimum.

This is a rare opportunity to join a positive, supportive and forward-thinking team who are committed to ensuring that quality services are provided to our children and young people with SEND.

Are you the excellent candidate that we are looking for with the skills and knowledge we need to make a difference to young people’s lives?

Closing Date - 15/04/2026

Provisional Interview Date - 30/04/2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received.

Technical Officer - Planning & Other Obligations

2026-04-01T14:33:00+01:00

Location: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council (Bootle) / Agile

Technical Support Team, Planning Services, Sefton Council, Bootle

Sefton Council is seeking to recruit an experienced Technical Officer within the Planning Service technical Support Team. You will lead the administration of the of the Building Safety Levy across the Sefton area and support the wider Service with monitoring and technical expertise.

Key Role Responsibilities

To investigate, monitor, report and present updates on Planning and other Obligations.
To provide technical advice and support to the Planning Service including the delivery of technical planning, geographical, electronic, performance, financial and administrative information and support
To contribute to the effective and efficient operation of the Planning Service ensuring appropriate legislation and policy guidance is taken into account in any decision making.
To work with developers, other Council departments, Councillors and members of the public in the discharge and application of planning and other obligations.
To undertake responsibilities in a professional and flexible manner with a focus on customer care and value for money.

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented person who is readily able to take responsibility for the set-up, administration and collection of the Building Safety Levy and other obligations within Sefton. Experience of understanding financial systems and accounting procedures together with knowledge of the planning and building control processes would be an advantage.

You will be instrumental in creating management and monitoring information that helps drive strong performance and ensure that statutory obligations are fulfilled. This is a great opportunity to take up a dynamic role within a supportive team enabling the regeneration of Sefton.

Sefton Council is committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Disabled and Care Experienced individuals will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.

Closing Date: 19^th April 2026

Virtual interviews likely to be held between 6^th and 8^th of May 2026.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a large number of applicants.

LSCB Business Support & Comms Officer

2026-03-31T11:49:00+01:00

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to come and work within our Sefton Safeguarding Children Partnership.

To support and co-ordinate the activities of the Sefton Safeguarding Children Partnership (SSCP) to deliver its statutory, strategic and assurance functions.

Support the SSCP Manager and Business Unit Staff to build effective working relationships to ensure safe and effective safeguarding arrangements are delivered across Sefton.

Contribute to and promote a culture within the Business Unit to ensure that the SSCP delivers its functions in line with statutory guidance.

Closing Date - Sunday 12th April

Provisional Interview Date - Friday 17th April

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we recieve a large number of applicants

Technical Officer

2026-03-31T09:24:00+01:00

Technical Officer – Home Improvements

Property and Building Services

Sefton Home Improvements Service team consists of administrative and Technical Officers who are charged with the delivery of Disabled Facilities Grant adaptations. These are Major adaptations which involve works to enable people to have safe access in and around their homes so they can continue to live there for as long as possible.

Sefton Home Improvements Service is seeking to appoint an experienced, competent, self-motivated and suitably qualified Technical Officer to assist in the delivery of these Disabled Facilities Grant adaptations. They must be able to produce schedules of work and associated drawings in accordance with the Occupational Therapists recommendations, to ensure client’s needs are met. Adaptations can range from small internal alterations to more complex schemes.

The successful applicant will be required to provide a Borough wide service to all our clients, experience of working with older people and/or people with disabilities is desirable along with a genuine commitment to work to consistently high standards providing a quality service at all times, Communicate with a wide and varied customer base and liaise with Internal and external bodies and other parties involved in delivering this key service.

If you have the requisite levels of experience, skills and qualifications then we would like to hear from you.

Successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked

Closing date - Sunday 19th April

Provisional Interview Date - Estimated Late April - Early May (To be arranged)

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a large number of applicants.

Senior Early Help Worker

2026-03-27T15:25:00+00:00

In this pivotal role, working in the front door for children and family services. You will be supporting the decision making for family’s based on their needs and the interventions requires. You will be working alongside colleagues from early help, social care, education, health and police. You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to improving outcomes for our most vulnerable residents.

We can offer you manageable and diverse work load whilst supporting you to maintain a healthy work life balance with a generous annual leave entitlement and working from home/flexible working opportunities.

We have a commitment to our staff’s professional development and actively promote career progression and training opportunities that will support your CPD.

This role suits someone who is passionate about working with children and family’s to ensure timely intervention, working with compassion and focused on meeting the needs of children and family’s in Sefton. This role is suited to someone who is committed to maintaining high standards, and confident working both independently and collaboratively to support a skilled and safe workforce.

Closing Date - Friday 17th April 2026

Provisional Interview Date - Wednesday 6th May 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a high volume of applications are receieved.

Independent Neighbourhood Chair - Bootle South (Pride in Place Programme)

2026-03-26T16:40:00+00:00

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead Bootle South’s Pride in Place Programme

Bootle South is one of 244 neighbourhoods participating in the Government’s Pride in Place Programme, an ambitious long‑term initiative designed to empower residents to shape the future of their community. The programme places local voices at its core, aiming to strengthen community pride, regenerate neighbourhoods and develop thriving, safe and welcoming places to live.

We are seeking an Independent Neighbourhood Chair to lead Bootle South’s Pride in Place Board. This is a unique opportunity to champion the community, bring people together, and play a pivotal role in driving positive, meaningful change for local residents.

For more details about the role, please refer to the recruitment pack below.

How to Apply / Next Steps

Please submit to recruitment@sefton.gov.uk:

A short letter of application
Your supporting CV

In your application, please explain:

How you meet the criteria for the role
Why you believe you are the right person to lead Bootle South’s Pride in Place Programme

Closing Date: 5pm on Friday 17th April 2026
Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Andrea.watts@sefton.gov.uk

This role may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Corporate GIS Manager

2026-03-25T10:29:00+00:00

Corporate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager

Location: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council (Bootle) / Agile

Business Intelligence & Performance Team, Strategic Support Service, Sefton Council, Bootle, Merseyside

Sefton Council is seeking to recruit an experienced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager to join its central Business Intelligence & Performance Team. You will lead our spatial data strategy and drive spatial digital transformation across the Council. You will be the authoritative lead on all Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and provide advice and guidance to a range of services - from urban planning to social care – to encourage the use of accurate and actionable spatial insights. We welcome applications from those with significant experience of spatial data management with strong spatial analytical skills and experience of influencing change.

Key Role Responsibilities

Develop and implement a corporate-wide GIS and spatial data strategy that aligns with the Council’s digital transformation goals.
Oversee and develop the Council’s GIS technology stack, including MapInfo, ESRI, iDox Location Manager, CadCorp, QGIS, and integration with corporate systems like the Local Land and Property Gazetteer (LLPG).
Develop and deliver training to support users of the GIS spatial asset management data tools
Act as the primary advisor to senior leadership and elected members, translating complex technical spatial data into clear, evidence-based reports.
Ensure all spatial data processes meet statutory requirements, including UK Gemini, PSGA, BS7666 standards and GDPR.
Build and maintain relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders across all levels of management ensuring clear and effective lines of communication.
Advise and support others to perform in-depth data analysis, and to produce detailed and concise written performance reports, to get the greatest insight from the Council’s data and to inform strategic decisions.
Provide advice and technical support to maintain a focus on continual improvement of Council services while demonstrating continued improvements in value for money.
Deliver effective business intelligence, including the development of reporting and analytical systems and reports to support the achievement of Council and Partnership priorities.
Document all key responsibilities and tasks to ensure continuity and efficiency in GIS support

Ideal Candidate:

Degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Expert knowledge of MapInfo and/or ArcGIS.
Expert knowledge of Ordnance Survey (OS) datasets and map management processes (including APIs).
High proficiency in data manipulation tools like SQL.
Familiarity with Python or scripting for task automation is highly desirable.
Demonstrable experience of working, influencing, persuading, and encouraging participation by diverse stakeholders and partners.
Experience of managing, supervising and supporting others.
Extensive experience in building data visualisations, performing in depth data analysis and answering questions on spatial data for key stakeholders.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build & nurture relationships across the business, then effectively advise and support senior officers, with the confidence to challenge where appropriate, based on evidence.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented person who is readily able to take responsibility for creating management information that helps drive strong performance. This is a great opportunity to develop your expertise, working on high profile priorities as part of a dynamic and supportive professional team.

Closing Date: 26^th April 2026

Virtual interviews likely to be held between 6^th and 7^th of May 2026.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a large number of applicants.

Driver 1 – Waste Management

2026-03-24T09:19:00+00:00

Driver 1 Waste Management

(The salary displayed is based on 36 hours per week, however 47.5 hours per week is paid due to an annualised salary pattern)

Based at any of the Council Depots as required by the service.

Hawthorne Road, Bootle

Formby Depot, Formby Bypass

Tulketh Street, Southport

The post is within the Waste Management Service with an annualised hours working pattern – 5 days per week for 39 weeks of the year and 4 days per week for 13 weeks of the year.

JOB PURPOSE:

To work as a member of a team to collect a range of household and commercial waste (residual, recycling, garden, bulky household waste, clinical) which may be contained within varying receptacles such as domestic wheelie bins, commercial waste bins, sacks. Undertake cleansing activities as required such as litter, detritus, weed and fly tipping removal.

Will be required to work in any area of the Borough, maintaining optimum cleanliness, operating equipment as necessary – training will be provided.

MAIN DUTIES:

Drive and take responsibility for the assigned vehicle (C licence over 7.5 tonnes gross vehicle weight) and operate any power mechanisms as appropriate.

Clean the vehicle to the required standard, undertake regular vehicle checks (and ancillary equipment checks were appropriate), and carry out routine maintenance (see specific details on Driver’s Checklist)

Report any vehicle defects or accidents immediately to the appropriate person.

Load and unload the vehicle, using mechanical aids as necessary and ensure sufficient supplies and equipment are loaded onto the vehicle daily/weekly.

Complete all necessary paperwork.

Tip any collected rubbish/spoils/waste/etc as per the defined standards and practices.

Transport goods, personnel, and equipment as appropriate.

Undertake ancillary duties as appropriate to the type of work being done.

Using mobile technologies, maintain communication in accordance with the Council’s procedures and Statutory Regulations, and organise daily workloads.

Liaise with the Waste Management Officer as necessary to implement amendments to the route plan to ensure optimum efficiency.

Act as first point of contact with the Waste Management Officer to assist with the communication flow between management and staff re operational issues.

Ensure that crew members adhere to operational requirements i.e. Wearing of personal protective equipment.

Duties will be carried out for jobs up to and including those in the same grade, provided such duties are within the competence of the employee.

Knowledge of the Sefton borough would be advantageous.

Must have the ability to work in locations such as rear entries, removing fly tipping, animal faeces/carcass etc. and undertake all recording methods as directed by management either via paper documentation or electronic, as required.

Applicants must have the ability to demonstrate reliability, excellent punctuality and good attendance. A commitment to work overtime to meet the needs of the service is required.

Closing Date - Sunday 19th April

Provisional Interview Date - Tuesday 28th April

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we recieve a large number of applicants

Development Officer

2026-03-13T13:45:00+00:00

Hours: 21.6 hours per week over 3 days - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday with some flexibility.

Salary: Band F (SCP 12-19: £28,598 - £32,061) Pro-Rata

Location: Office Based – Litherland Sports Park, delivery across Sefton

Introducing ourselves:

The Active Sports Team are responsible for delivering a portfolio of numerous Health, Sport and Physical activity programmes working with a wide range of partners and contributing to key council priorities including Health & Wellbeing, Most Vulnerable and Community Resourcefulness.

Job requirements:

Active Sefton are looking to recruit a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join their team on a part time job share basis.

The Development Officer will be responsible for the development and delivery of a comprehensive programme of sport and physical activity programmes linked to the priorities of Sefton Council (through Active Sefton) and identified project partners. These will specifically include targeted programmes such as 121 referral programmes working with young people in school and community settings to improve their mental and physical wellbeing, along with programmes around reducing antisocial behaviour in the local area.

The role will involve supporting colleagues within the team deliver our commissioned services around reducing anti-social behaviour, health interventions, Be Active holiday programme and Active Schools delivery (after school clubs and healthy habits workshops in schools), using sport and physical activity as a tool to engage people and deliver relevant projects.

NB: These posts are registered as exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and in accordance with the police act; any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record disclosure. Any disclosure of a criminal record will not automatically prevent an offer of employment.

Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026

Interview dates: Thursday 23rd April and Friday 24th April 2026.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we recieve a large number of applicants

To apply quickly and securely online, and for application form and further details, click on the links below.

If you experience difficulty submitting your form online, completed forms may alternatively be emailed to recruitment@sefton.gov.uk. If you do not have Internet access, then call our 24 hour recruitment hotline on 0345 140 0845.

Note that we cannot accept applications via links to cloud storage sites, and do not accept CVs in place of an application form.

Development Officer (Children & Young People)

2026-03-13T09:40:00+00:00

Hours: 21.6 hours per week over 3 days - Monday, Tuesday and Friday with some flexibility.

Duration: Fixed term to 31/03/2028

Location: Office Base – Litherland Sports Park, delivery across the borough of Sefton.

Introducing ourselves:

Job requirements:

Active Sefton are looking to recruit a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our high performing services on a part time job share basis.

The Development Officer (Children and Young People) will be responsible for the development and delivery of existing and new services as part of the Active Sefton Team, the Children and Young People’s 0-19 Pathway and the Living Well Sefton Services within Community settings.

A large part of the role will be to co-ordinate and organise our holiday programme Be Active so working during school holidays will be expected and there will be occasional weekend and evening work. The role involves contact with a wide range of individuals and organisations from health professionals, service providers, schools, to children, young people, and their families. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills are essential elements for the post.

The role will involve supporting colleagues within the team deliver our commissioned services around reducing anti-social behaviour, health interventions, and Active Schools delivery (after school clubs and healthy habits workshops in schools), using sport and physical activity as a tool to engage people and deliver relevant projects.

Closing date: Wednesday 8^th April 2026

Interview dates: Thursday 16^th April and Friday 17^th April 2026

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we recieve a large amounts of applicants

To apply quickly and securely online, and for application form and further details, click on the links below. If you experience difficulty submitting your form online, completed forms may alternatively be emailed to recruitment@sefton.gov.uk.

Note that we cannot accept applications via links to cloud storage sites, and do not accept CVs in place of an application form.

Short Breaks Support Worker (Casual)

2026-03-05T14:32:00+00:00

An exciting opportunity has arisen working with the Aiming High Short Breaks team.

You will be required to assist in the delivery of a programme of activities during the Summer holidays and at term time sessions at evenings and weekends. Aiming High supports children and young people with complex and additional needs and their families.

You will be part of team. You will ensure that children and young people are fully supported and engaged in activities. You will be guided by the child’s care plan.

Excellent communication skills are essential. You will fully engage children into the activities on offer. You will be flexible, motivated and committed. You must have a passion for improving the lives of disabled children and their families.

You will be required to undertake relevant training online and practical training on sessions. You will be required to attend team meetings, follow good practice and contribute to a wide-ranging programme of activities.

This is a casual role, so hours of work will be flexible to the individual to the applicant, and successful candidates will remain as casual workers for future holiday and term time programmes, however due to restructuring there may be opportunities to apply for permanent positions in the future. Hours will be available during school holidays, evenings and weekends.

Interviews will be held on a regular basis from April to July 2026.

Post 19 Tutor - Accredited & Non-Accredited - Casual

2026-02-24T10:10:00+00:00

Sefton Adult Education Centre, Cambridge Road, Seaforth, Liverpool. L21 1EZ

Post 19 Tutor - Accredited & Non-Accredited Programmes - Casual

Post 19 Tutor, Accredited & Non-Accredited, Grade I, (SCP 31), £22.25 hour inclusive of holiday pay, preparation, planning and assessment

Post 19, Support Rate, Grade C (SCP 3) £13.20 per hour plus holiday pay

Join Our Team at Sefton Community Learning Service

Are you a qualified tutor who is passionate about your subject and committed to supporting learners through a holistic approach to success? If so, we would love to hear from you.

At Sefton Community Learning Service, we are seeking individuals who can make a meaningful contribution to the personal development and skills growth of our adult learners.

This is an exciting time to join us. We are exploring new ways to grow and enhance our delivery, becoming more creative, innovative and versatile in our approach to teaching.

We currently require sessional tutors to deliver courses across any of the following subject areas:

English and Maths including Functional Skills - Please see essential teaching requirements

SEN Maths and English

Education & Training

ESOL – Please see essential teaching requirements

Support Work in schools and Colleges

Hospitality and Culinary Skills

Family Learning

Sewing Skills Specialist

Heritage/ Crafts

Italian for Beginners

We are looking for tutors that have:

Experience of teaching adult learners to achieve a qualification, which is essential for all accredited programmes.
An inspiring and innovative approach to planning and delivering learning.
A strong commitment to providing a high‑quality, efficient service that meets learner needs and enables every learner to reach their full potential.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage and motivate adult learners.
Proven experience in effective planning, delivery and assessment of learning sessions.
Flexibility to deliver learning across the borough, supporting our wider communities.
An understanding of, and compliance with, safeguarding and Prevent procedures, including reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding and Prevent Lead (DSGO).
Availability to work across a range of days, evenings and weekends to meet programme needs.
Hours will be variable and dependent on the number of courses requested by our partners. There may be periods where no hours are available, and other times when hours are substantially higher.
Please specify the subject area you are applying to teach in within the Supporting Information section of your application.
Interviews will be arranged on an ad‑hoc basis, depending on programme needs.

Group Exercise Instructor

2025-11-14T10:03:00+00:00

Casual Class Instructor

An opportunity has arisen within Sefton Council for us to recruit Group Exercise Instructors to help support our six Leisure Centres Class Programme.

We are looking for qualified, enthusiastic and reliable individuals to join our pool of ‘casual’ Group Exercise Instructors to teach our popular classes at Bootle Leisure Centre, Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre, Dunes Splash World, Litherland Sports Park, Meadows Leisure Centre and Netherton Activity Centre.

Required and desired classes include:

Les Mills - BodyPump, BodyCombat, BodyBalance, Indoor Group Cycling, Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Aqua and HIIT/Bootcamp, along with many others. A relevant industry/activity qualification appropriate for the class undertaken is essential.

Job requirements:

The successful candidate would need to hold a recognised Group Exercise qualification.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to work accurately. A confident and professional approach when dealing with staff and customers is required.

The right candidate will have:

Good organisational skills
High standards of communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work as a team player & on your own initiative.
The ability to motivate customers and members.
Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
Excellent punctuality.
A resilient and positive outlook.
Health & safety awareness

This advert is on a rolling basis therefore interviews will be arranged at various points throughout the year.

Experienced Social Workers - Adult Social Care

2025-10-27T09:42:00+00:00

Sefton Adult Social Care are always looking for qualified and experienced Social Workers, therefore this is a permanent advert for Social Work vacancies that exist across Sefton Adult Social Care.

Role: Experienced Social Worker – Adult Social Care – Various Departments

Sefton Adult Social Care always have a range of exciting opportunities for experienced Social Workers (by experienced we mean at least a couple of years’ experience) within our various locality based and speciality teams. These roles may be a mix of permanet and fixed term. We are proud to have secured a “Good” with CQC so there has never been a better time to join Adult Social Care Sefton, as we strive to deliver for outstanding and provide excellent services for those in our Borough.

At Sefton Adult Social Care as an experienced Social Worker, you will play a key role in shaping how we deliver services, working closely with health colleagues to develop integrated, person-centred approaches. We will endeavour to offer you the role in a team where you feel you can make the greatest impact or offer an opportunity in a team where you feel you may want to build our skills or seek a new challenge. You will have the autonomy to make impactful decisions and the support to grow the service creatively and effectively.

What does the role look like day to day?

Within Sefton Adult Social Care, we have created several different teams to meet the needs of the individuals we support, including a learning disability team, a team that supports those dealing with substance use issues and a team that supports those transitioning from children’s services.

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated team members with a passion to make a real impact on the lives of those in the Sefton borough.

What we are looking for:

A Social Worker Degree or equivalent qualification
At least two years of experience as a qualified Social Worker
Registration with Social Work England (or equivalent health body)
Strong working knowledge of the Care Act and related legislation
A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice
Excellent partnership working skills with health and community stakeholders
A passion for continuous learning and professional development
Commitment to a person centred, value driven strengths based good practice

What does The Care Quality Commission say about Sefton Adult Social Care?

Sefton’s Adult Social Care Service has been rated as GOOD by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in their January 2025 inspection, an achievement we are immensely proud of. Come and join us on our journey to provide an outstanding service!

“Staff and managers reported feeling valued, motivated, and community-focused, promoting the vision for adult social care: for people in Sefton to live as independently as possible for as long as possible.”

“Staff felt safe to challenge ideas and were encouraged to be creative. Leaders held drop-in sessions and were responsive to staff feedback.“

Why Sefton?

Sefton has a vision - we are committed to protecting the most vulnerable, we are building confident and resilient communities and work with internal and external teams to make sure we procure the right core services for those who need them. We understand what is required to lead, we put people at the heart of what we do and we innovate!

At Sefton Council, we’re proud to be an inclusive, forward-thinking local authority. We value collaboration, innovation, and personal development. Our teams are united by a shared goal: to make Sefton a great place to live, work, and thrive. Come and be part of our journey to outstanding!! Want to know more about Why you should choose Sefton?

Check out our Why Sefton webpages.

What we can offer you

28 days annual leave (rising to 33 after 5 years), plus 8 bank holidays

A warm, welcoming, and supportive team environment

Enhanced sick pay, maternity/adoption leave, and maternity support leave

Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme

Tailored career development and training opportunities

Agile and flexible working arrangements

Discounted Active Sefton gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Relocation support (if eligible)

If you want to know more, visit our Adult Social Care webpages by searching for Sefton Council Adult Social Care- Where do I fit in? Alternatively give Andrew McDonald a call on 07977 237816, to discuss what we might be able to offer you.

Note: Sefton Adult Social Care are unfortunately not in a position, currently, to provide new Sponsorships.

Interviews to be held regularly.

Sports Development Coach (Outdoor Instructor) Casual

2025-10-23T14:21:00+01:00

An exciting opportunity has arisen as we are looking to recruit Outdoor Activity Development Coaches to add to our pool of Instructors. Your primary role will be the delivery of water sports and land-based outdoor adventurous activities and courses at the newly refurbished Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre.

CLAC now has a 78-hectare marine lake, a health and fitness suite, two fitness studios, meeting rooms and a newly opened Bunk Barn which can accommodate 40 guests. As well as being next door to the recently opened Lake House hotel and bistro, this facility is one of Sefton’s primary assets situated in the stunning Crosby Coastal Park area of Sefton, Merseyside.

As a member of the coaching team, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality sessions and courses, and the facilitation of our Pay & Play hire. We are looking for enthusiastic instructors/coaches, who are passionate about the benefits of the outdoor experience and can deliver safe and fun sessions. In addition to activity delivery, you will be required to assist in the general running of a busy leisure and outdoor activity Centre eg equipment storage and maintenance.

Our current activities include canoeing, kayaking, sailing, raft building, bell boating, team building and archery and more are in the pipeline. Whether you're new to the industry or an old hand, if you have qualifications and/or experience in these activities, are a team player and an excellent communicator, and can adapt your style to work with different age groups and a diverse variety of people, we'd like to hear from you.

As a valued member of our team we will look for opportunities to develop your personal and coaching skills in a variety of watersports & adventurous activities. After all, it's great to share our passions!

The post includes evenings and weekend work.

Intervies to be held shortly after receipt of application.

Fitness Instructor (Casual)

2025-10-17T11:02:00+01:00

An opportunity has arisen within Sefton Council for us to recruit Casual Fitness Instructors to help support our 6 x Leisure Centres.

We are looking for experienced and passionate fitness instructors to cover a varying shift pattern including evenings and weekends. We are looking for individuals who can work as part of a team of instructors supporting, motivating and ensuring the safety of customers and visitors who use the fitness suite and associated facilities. You will support our members on their fitness journey; building rapport quickly to engage and educate them on the latest fitness trends, encouraging them take part in gym floor classes & supporting them through their training. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential allowing you to deal with customers in a caring, friendly and professional manner. Ideally you will have an enthusiasm for fitness, a passion for results and the drive to help people change their lives.

The role is to conduct health checks, inductions, run synrgy classes and prescribe safe and effective programmes for member and users. To provide a presence on the gym floor and be available at all times to assist customers with their exercise programmes and ensure that they are using the equipment correctly. The positions will also involve membership sales and retention, actively promoting and encouraging customers and visitors to join as full paying members. Member interaction and retention initiatives are key indicators within our business, and you will need to demonstrate skills in these areas. The ideal candidates will have the ability to teach small group classes.

Qualifications

This position requires a Level 2 Gym Instructor Certificate, with the desire to work toward Level 3 and a current first aid at work certificate would be desirable.

Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate should ideally be able to demonstrate a level of experience and knowledge commensurate with the position.

Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Excellent communication skills
Able to demonstrate good coaching skills and have the knowledge to educate members on the latest fitness trends and health strategies
Small group exercise classes
Caring friendly manner, with the ability to support and engage with members
Health & Safety awareness

Interview dates will be ongoing.