Directorate: People ServicesHours: 37 hours a weekContract Type: Fixed Term until 31 March 2026 (extension subject to funding)Location: Council House Derby, Hybrid working
Are you an experienced programme/ contract manager with a proven track record in delivering outcomes and achieving contractual targets within budget and timescale?
If so, Derby City Council has an exciting opportunity for you to deliver some real change in our city, managing the delivery of our Youth Guarantee Trailblazer, supporting 18-21-year-olds to access apprenticeships, training and employment. This is one of eight national pilot initiatives to test approaches to reducing youth unemployment.
You will work collaboratively with a range stakeholders, public, private and third sector, to develop the project, ensure engagement, create opportunities and manage delivery, including sub-contractor delivery.
Who We Are
Here at Derby City Council, we’re dedicated to delivering nearly 250 first-class services to citizens and businesses in the heart of the Midlands. People are at the centre of all that we do, and we have an outstanding track record of recruiting and developing talented individuals by providing them with varied and fulfilling career opportunities. Find out more about what it’s like to work for us.
What We OfferYou too could be part of something brilliant by becoming a colleague at Derby City Council; in addition to making a difference to the lives of people across the city, you’ll also receive:
• Hybrid working • Modern office environment • Continued professional development opportunities & career conversations• 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 days after 5 years' service), plus bank holidays • Local Government Pension Scheme • Team Derby Rewards – retail and leisure discounts• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme• Cycle2Work Scheme & free cycle training• Employee Assistance Programmes & Support• Access to our Equality Employee Networks – LGBTQ+, Disabled Employee Network & Carers and our Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic Employee Support Network• Support for colleagues who are carers
The role will work closely with education providers, DWP and DCC youth related services to develop effective referral pathways whilst simultaneously working with businesses and business engagement teams, to create inclusive opportunities for progression. You will be responsible for overall contract management, ensuring quality of delivery, adherence to funding requirements and project impact, with the intention of securing future funding.
This role sits within a fast-paced Employment and Skills Team and is a new and evolving role therefore flexibility and adaptability is key.
If you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Sabina Talib, Principal Employment and Skills Manager; Sabina.talib@derby.gov.uk.
Next Steps
If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please submit an application via the Derby City Council website
The closing date for this vacancy is at midnight on Sunday 20th July 2025. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Interviews are to be held on Thursday 24th or Friday 25th July 2025.
Important InformationLinks to the full Job Description and Person Specification are below.
As part of our safer recruitment checks the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
All employees will normally be appointed to the minimum of the grade for the job.
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Remember to align your personal statement to the essential criteria in the Person Specification.
Please be aware that where there are colleagues within the organisation who are 'at risk' of redundancy, requirements to redeploy to another suitable role will apply and take priority.
Equality, Diversity & InclusionWe are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We recruit for diversity and value difference. As many of our roles can now be home-based, we are able to offer more opportunities for people who need this facility.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. If you are a disabled person, you have the choice to apply under our Guaranteed Interview Scheme so long as you demonstrate that you meet the essential requirements for the job.
We feel it is essential that we recruit a talented workforce that is as diverse as the community we work for.
Please let us know of any individual requirements or reasonable adjustments you may have during the application, interview, or onboarding process and we’ll do all we can to help. We strongly believe in social understanding of disability and for us it’s all about removing barriers to equality.
If you have any questions regarding this vacancy or are having difficulty applying, please contact our Recruitment Team on 01332 640844 (Relay UK - 18001 01332 640 844) or at recruitmentteam@derby.gov.uk. https://www.derby.gov.uk/signing-service/
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Directorate: PlaceHours: 37 hours a week (This can be flexible for the right candidate)Contract Type: Temporary for 6 monthsLocation: Stores Road Depot
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highways maintenance team and be part of a rewarding role that makes a real difference to our community’s safety and infrastructure. As a highway inspector, you’ll play a vital part in maintaining and improving the city’s roads and footways, ensuring a safer environment for all. Your work will help keep residents and visitors safe, support local businesses, and contribute to the city’s ongoing development. Experience the satisfaction of seeing the results from your inspections and investigations, knowing you’re helping to maintain Derby’s vibrant and accessible street. Be part of an innovative team dedicated to quality and community well-being, where your efforts truly matter.
Who We AreHere at Derby City Council, we’re dedicated to delivering nearly 250 first-class services to citizens and businesses in the heart of the Midlands. People are at the centre of all that we do, and we have an outstanding track record of recruiting and developing talented individuals by providing them with varied and fulfilling career opportunities. Find out more about what it’s like to work for us.
• Continued professional development opportunities & career conversations• 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 days after 5 years' service), plus bank holidays • Local Government Pension Scheme • Team Derby Rewards – retail and leisure discounts• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme• Cycle2Work Scheme & free cycle training• Employee Assistance Programmes & Support• Access to our Equality Employee Networks – LGBTQ+, Disabled Employee Network & Carers and our Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic Employee Support Network• Support for colleagues who are carers
The OpportunityIn the role of Highway Inspector , here’s an example of what you’ll be doing to make an impact:- Carrying out a citywide planned programme of safety inspections of all highway assets, keeping accurate records to identify defects which require action and process works orders for repair.- Carrying out citywide inspections on utility apparatus, plant and operations, in accordance with the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991.- Assess, investigate and respond to a wide range of customer enquiries and complaints.- contributing to the planned citywide resurfacing programmes with observations of overall condition and deterioration of roads and footways.- Provide consent to the licensing of skips, scaffolds and hoardings on the public highway.- Approving requests for domestic and commercial vehicular access applications, including site assessment and calcuations to provide quotes to customers.
About YouTo be successful in this role, you’ll ideally have...
- experience related to highway maintenance or a similar field.- Can communicate effectively orally and in writing.- Can use a computer and handheld devices for word processing and the input of data into databases.- Can carry out inspections on foot daily in all weather conditions.- Must hold a current driving licence
The closing date for this vacancy is at midnight on 14th July 2025. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held: In person at Stores Road Streetpride depot.
Directorate: Chief ExecutivesHours: 37 hours a weekContract Type: PermanentLocation: The Council House
We are looking for someone with experience in Programme and Risk Management to join our team. As Assurance Lead, you will coordinate the development and maintenance of the Council's programme management and risk frameworks.
You will be responsible for the Programme Management Office, overseeing gateway processes to drive the delivery of our projects in a consistent and evidenced based way. Implementing a robust approach to programme and project management by providing a centre of excellence.
This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual that can focus on both detail and the bigger picture, to help Derby to be the best that it can be.
If you have a project, change or risk background and are looking for a challenge, focused on activities that will make a difference this is the role for you. The role will be varied and provide the post holder with an opportunity to develop, strengthen and shape the Council’s project and risk delivery and oversight.
• Flexible work/life balance scheme • Hybrid working • Modern office environment• Continued professional development opportunities & career conversations• 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 days after 5 years' service), plus bank holidays • Local Government Pension Scheme • Team Derby Rewards – retail and leisure discounts• Tusker Car Benefit Scheme• Cycle2Work Scheme & free cycle training• Employee Assistance Programmes & Support• Access to our Equality Employee Networks – LGBTQ+, Disabled Employee Network & Carers and our Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic Employee Support Network• Support for colleagues who are carers
The OpportunityIn the role of Assurance Lead, here’s an example of what you’ll be doing to make an impact:• Develop and maintain the Council's programme management and risk frameworks.• Drive assurance activities and focus on agreed risks and issues for leadership teams.• Monitor programmes, projects, and risks, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.• Facilitate the Programme Management Office Board and Corporate Risk Management Group.• Provide training and guidance on risk and programme management practices.• Conduct project and risk reviews to support senior leaders and inform decision-making.• Collaborate with various teams to enhance risk management and project frameworks.• Represent the Council in external meetings, sharing knowledge and building relationships.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and represent the organization externally.• Presentation and Training: Ability to design and deliver presentations and training sessions.• Numeracy: Strong numeracy skills for interpreting complex data, including trends and benchmarking.• IT Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.• Literacy: Ability to write clear and concise reports and publications.• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to interpret data and insights, identifying key risks and issues.• Organizational Skills: Systematic approach to work, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.• Teamwork and Independence: Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently.• At least two years’ experience of supporting risk management and/or programme management
If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please submit an application via the Derby City Council website.
The closing date for this vacancy is at midnight on Tuesday, 15th July 2025. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Interview dates to be confirmed
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We recruit for diversity and value difference. As many of our roles can now be home-based, we are able to offer more opportunities for people who need this facility.
ual requirements or reasonable adjustments you may have during the application, interview, or onboarding process and we’ll do all we can to help. We strongly believe in social understanding of disability and for us it’s all about removing barriers to equality.
East Midlands Education TrustHours: 10hrs Per Week, Term-Time Only (39 Weeks)Contract type: PermanentLocation: Oak Grange Nursery and Primary School
Oak Grange Nursery and Primary School is a brand new school in the Boulton Moor/Chellaston area of Derby City. Situated between Field Lane and Snelsmoor Lane it will serve the existing Fellowlands estate in Chellaston and the new Snelsmoor Lane development.Would you like to join us? We have the exciting opportunity to build and create a school where children will be encouraged to be curious, where adults and children alike will create an ethos built on respect and kindness.We are looking to appoint a Breakfast Club Supervisor who will be an integral part of our team, ensuring that the children at Oak Grange enjoy a safe and happy afterschool club provision.We would expect the candidate to:• Have a level 3 qualification in childcare or the equivalent• Be passionate about caring for children• To be able to work positively and effectively as a member of a whole school team.• To be kind, respectful and support children.• To support children positively in their play and work within the positive behaviour culture of the school.• In time to lead and motivate a further team members.In return we will offer you• The opportunity to be part of the first ever Oak Grange staff team, where you will be valued and fully supported by the wider team• The opportunity of working with a committed and professional team• The opportunity to work in brand new surroundings that have been purposefully designed to reflect the ethos of the school.• A commitment to well being• A commitment to opportunities for professional development.To apply, please visit the Trust website at www.emet.uk.com/vacancies and complete the online application form.
On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position.If you would like further information and require an informal conversation or visit, please telephone or email our school office via 01332 978681 or admin@oakgrange.org The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.Closing date for applications is 12:00PM on Friday 11th July 2025.Interviews to be held on Friday 18th July 2025.
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Odyssey Collaborative TrustHours: Part time, 18.5 hours per week, working 41 weeks per year. (Term-time + 3 weeks)Contract type: PermanentLocation: Beaufort Primary School
Thank you for showing an interest in the role of School Business Manager at our school. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to make a difference to our pupils at Beaufort Primary School in Derby. We are looking for a candidate who is dynamic and can cope with the occasional bump in the road! We are looking for a candidate who will strengthen the team, who has good communication skills and will have our children’s best interests at heart.
Our school is part of the Odyssey Collaborative Trust. Our Trust is committed to supporting and delivering education of the highest quality across the trust. Here at Odyssey, we share one vision; ‘Our Children Thrive - Our Colleagues Thrive - Our community Thrives.’ Each of our academies is unique and has their own values to provide our children with the opportunities they deserve. At Beaufort our values are based on our ‘BRAVE’ Curriculum: Brilliant Beaufort Minds, Respectful Relationships, Amazing Attitudes, Varying Vocabulary and Everyone is Equal.
This is a tremendous opportunity to make a difference and to be part of a dynamic and innovative staff team.
We look forward to receiving your application and working with you on your own professional journey to excellence.
Please email completed application forms to Holly Hassall, School Business Manager h.hassall@odysseyct.org.uk
Start Date: 1st September 2025 Closing Date: 14th July 2025 (10am) Interview Date: 17th July 2025
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Portway Infant SchoolHours: 32.5 hours per week term time only (full time)Contract type: Temporary Short Notice
Our governing board are seeking to appoint caring and enthusiastic professionals with innovative and supportive approaches to teaching and learning to join our team as Play Leaders. You should be capable of support across Foundation Stage 2 and Key Stage One as required and have relevant qualifications and experience of working with young children. Please note that these particular roles will involve working both as 1:1 support and in small groups for children with additional SEND needs.
We offer candidates: • pleasant and polite children • a supportive and friendly staff team and governing body • a positive ethos where all are valued
In this post you will support the school vision to provide a caring and stimulating environment where everyone is valued and every child achieves their full potential by helping to provide the highest quality education to all our young people. You will be working with a team committed to embedding excellence in everything we do. We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination, and developing community cohesion. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Portway Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to an enhanced DBS check to include children’s barred list information and, in line with KCSIE regulations, a digital screening check will also be carried out prior to interview.
Details and application form attached to this advertisement or available from, Portway Infant School Woodlands Road Allestree Derby DE22 2HE admin@portwayi.derby.sch.uk
Please send completed applications (no CVs please) and a covering letter, evidencing the selection criteria, to admin@portwayi.derby.sch.uk
Closing date for applications: Friday 11th July 2025 at 12.00pm Interview date: w/c 14th July 2025 Start date: 1st September 2025
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Directorate: PlaceHours: 37 hours a weekContract Type: Fixed Term for 12 monthsLocation: Stores Road Depot
WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM EXISTING DERBY CITY COUNCIL EMPLOYEES. CERTAIN AGENCY WORKERS MEETING CRITERIA UNDER THE AGENCY WORKERS REGULATIONS (2010) MAY ALSO APPLY
Secondment Opportunity
We are looking to recruit an Attendance Support Officer on a fixed term contract for 12 months to work in the Waste Management section at Stores Road depot.
The aim of this new role is to support the refuse collection service in the management of sickness absence and promote the health and wellbeing of employees.
Main duties will include but are not limited to:
• To carry out, implement and monitor human resource management procedures to the Refuse teams in line with relevant policies• To be sensitive and compassionate to individuals' personal circumstances• Opening sickness absences on MiPeople• Carrying out 3-day contact for staff on sickness absence• Arranging and carrying out Informal Support Meetings for staff that are in the informal attendance process• Arranging Formal Meetings for staff that are in the formal attendance process• Preparation of casework and setting up of the appropriate attendance hearing• Draft employee referrals to the Occupational Health Service as and when required• Provide additional Wellbeing support to individuals as requiredIf you are interested in this opportunity, please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria on the attached Person Specification, on no more than 2 sides of A4. Please email your expression of interest to Richard Brown, StreetPride Service Manager by 8am on Friday 11th July 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed week commencing 21st July 2025.
Please note there are no car parking facilities available at Stores Road.
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