Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Vacancies

Cleaner

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:57:00 +0100

About the Role

A TT+3weeks cleaner post has become available at Oakfield, Formby.

This post will require an experienced cleaner able to replenish floors working to a high standard and to work alongside another colleague when required.

Monday to Friday 2.30pm to 6pm.

Please see Appendix A (page 10) for a full copy of the Job Description and Person Specification.

The closing date for this vacancy is Friday 25^th September 2026 (or earlier in the event of high volume of applications being received).

Provisional interview dates are from 30^th September 2026.

Lead Practitioner Adult Social Care - First Contact Team

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:12:00 +0100

About the Role

As Lead Practitioner, you will

Support and guide a dedicated team of social workers
Provide practice leadership and professional oversight
Work closely with health, Education, and partner agencies to develop integrated, person‑centred approaches
Play a key role in shaping how services are delivered and improved
Have the autonomy to make meaningful, practice‑led decisions, alongside strong managerial support
Contribute creatively to service development while maintaining high standards of safeguarding and quality

To develop and lead a social workers in defined areas of work in order to deliver high quality assessments that address the needs of vulnerable people through the commissioning of individual support plans and packages of care that lead to improved outcomes, whilst managing the reputation of the Council.

To ensure that the service responds to new challenges, priorities and requirements, whilst maintaining the Council’s statutory obligations and using resources in the most effective manner.

To support Team managers and Service Managers in delivering strategic outcomes

This role suits someone who is passionate and committed to maintaining high standards, and confident working both independently and collaboratively to support a skilled and safe workforce.

Please see Appendix A (page 10) for a full copy of the Job Description and Person Specification

The closing date for this vacancy is 27.09.26

Provisional interview dates are 12.10.26.

Site Co-ordinator

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:02:00 +0100

About the Role

You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the Cambridge Road site, through effective coordination of maintenance, contractors, and facilities, providing a secure, well-maintained, and welcoming environment for all users.

A need to work flexibly, including evenings where required as per the term-time operational timetable.

Please see Appendix A (page 10) for a full copy of the Job Description and Person Specification.

The closing date for this vacancy is 28^th September 2026 (or earlier in the event of high volume of applications being received).

Provisional interview dates are week beginning 5^th October2026

Previous applicants need not apply

Project Coordinator

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:04:00 +0100

As a Project Coordinator within our Corporate Transformation Delivery Service, you’ll play an important role in supporting the successful delivery of projects and programmes across the Council.

Working alongside Programme and Project Managers, you’ll help coordinate activity, maintain key project information and documentation, track actions, milestones, risks and dependencies, and support effective governance and reporting.

You’ll work with colleagues from across the organisation, helping to bring people and information together, follow up actions and make sure delivery keeps moving. You’ll also have opportunities to contribute ideas, improve how we work and support wider transformation activity across the team.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is organised, proactive and comfortable working with different people and priorities. You’ll need an eye for detail, good communication skills and the confidence to take ownership of your work.

We’re looking for someone with the right skills and approach who wants to develop their knowledge of project and programme delivery while contributing to meaningful change across Sefton.

It’s a role where you’ll learn, contribute and make a difference from day one.

If you would like a chat before applying, please feel free to contact Lauren Rastall on 0151 934 4396.

The closing date for this vacancy is Tuesday 15^th September 2026 at 5pm.

Interviews will be held on Friday 25^th September 2026, face to face in Magdalen House.

Technical Officer

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:10:00 +0100

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 4th October 2026

Provisional Interview Date - Friday 9th October 2026

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

Experienced Social Worker - CSC Assessment Team

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:42:00 +0100

In this pivotal role, you’ll manage a complex and varied caseload, lead multi-agency planning, and deliver life-changing support to children, young people, and families. You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to safeguarding and improving outcomes for our most vulnerable residents.

We can offer you a manageable and diverse caseload 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.

If you would like an infomal discussion about this role, please contact Freda Yeboah on 0151 934 4509.

The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 4^th October 2026 (or earlier in the event of high volume of applications being received).

Provisional interview dates are week commencing Monday 12^th September 2026.

Climate Ready Advisor

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:33:00 +0100

About the role:

A Climate Ready advisor post has become available within the Healthy Green Homes team to deliver the Sefton Climate & Retrofit Action Project (SCRAP). This will involve provision of detailed 1-2-1 advice and information to Sefton residents on how they can retrofit their homes to make them more energy efficient.

Key responsibilities include:

Offering advice at a range of locations including at immersive room locations in the Borough, events, home visits or over the telephone. This post holder will also make applications for funding on behalf of vulnerable clients to enable climate/ retrofit works to take place e.g. home insulation, boiler replacement.  Advice and information will also be given on behavioural change and how small changes can have a big, combined impact.  

Applicants must have previous experience of providing this type of advice and support to the public and have a friendly and approachable manner. The position also requires detailed record keeping and working with sensitive data, and so attention to detail is required.

As well as liaising with the public, you will be expected to work with the team manager and co-ordinator to ensure the successful delivery of the SCRAP and where possible enhance these services. You will be provided with training and development opportunities to ensure you are fully informed of all applicable legislation, grants and Government policies.

Please see Appendix in the Recruitment Pack for full Job Description and Person Specification

Closing Date - Monday 12th October 2026 (or earlier in the event of a high volume of applications being received)

Provisional Interview Dates - Week commencing 9th November 2026

Post 19 Tutor & Post 19 Learner Support

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:57:00 +0100

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) £13.41 per hour plus holiday pay

Join Our Team of Inspiring Adult Learning Tutors

Are you passionate about helping adults gain new skills, achieve recognised qualifications, and unlock their potential? We are looking for enthusiastic, innovative tutors to join our Adult Learning team and make a real difference in communities across the borough.

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

Maths - Functional Skills L1 & L2 - Please see essential teaching requirements

SEN Maths and English E1 and Upwards

Education & Training

ESOL from pre-entry – Please see essential teaching requirements

IT – Entry, L1 & L2

Early Years

Education & Training

Hospitality and Culinary Skills

Italian for Beginners

What We're Looking For

We're seeking talented educators who can inspire, motivate, and support adult learners on their learning journey. The ideal candidate will bring:

Experience of teaching adult learners and supporting them to achieve accredited qualifications.
A creative and engaging approach to planning and delivering high-quality learning experiences.
A genuine commitment to helping every learner succeed and reach their full potential.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build confidence, encourage participation, and create positive learning environments.
Proven experience of planning, delivering, and assessing effective learning programmes.
The flexibility to teach at various community venues across the borough, helping us reach and support diverse learners.
A sound understanding of safeguarding and Prevent responsibilities, with a commitment to ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all learners.

Why Join Us?

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community while sharing your knowledge and expertise with adults who are eager to learn. You'll be part of a service that values innovation, inclusivity, and learner success.

Flexible Working Opportunities

We offer flexible teaching opportunities across weekdays, evenings, and weekends to meet programme needs. Hours are variable and will depend on demand from our delivery partners. There may be periods where hours are limited, alongside times when additional opportunities become available.

Application Information

Please clearly state the subject area you are applying to teach within the Supporting Information section of your application.

Interviews will be arranged throughout the year on an ongoing basis, depending on programme requirements.

If you're passionate about changing lives through learning, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help adults build brighter futures.

SEND Inclusion Consultant

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:58:00 +0100

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our dynamic team as an Inclusion Consultant.

The postholder will operate under the direction of the Inclusion Co-Ordinator to ensure the Council’s statutory responsibilities for promoting high inclusive practice in schools and settings; ensuring effective SEND intervention and on-going support is available to children, families, and settings.

Working closely with the Inclusion Co-ordinator, the other Inclusion Consultants, and colleagues in the wider Inclusion Service the successful candidate will:

Support the Inclusion Co-Ordinator to raise standards of achievement and improve the quality of teaching for children with SEND, through systematic monitoring and intervention, support, training and challenge to schools and settings providing education for school-aged children.

Support schools to meet the individual needs of all children with SEND, but particularly those at risk of poor outcomes through the delivery and whole school development of the graduated approach.

Promote and develop good inclusive practice in schools including supporting multi-agency approaches in working with children with SEND.

Help and support settings to work in partnership with parents and children.

The postholder must hold the appropriate qualification as set out in the attached Person Specification, have in-depth knowledge and understanding of SEND and Inclusion and have established and evidenced practice as an outstanding practitioner/SENCO in a school, MAT or LA setting.
The post comes with flexible working arrangements, including agile working facilities.

Please see Appendix A (page 10) for a full copy of the Job Description and Person Specification.

The closing date for this vacancy is Friday, 18^th September 2026 (or earlier in the event of high volume of applications being received).

Provisional interview dates will be the week beginning the 28^th September 2026.

Group Exercise Instructor

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:26:00 +0100

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.

Sports Development Coach (Outdoor Instructor) Casual

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:21:00 +0100

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)

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:02:00 +0100

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

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.

Interview dates will be ongoing.