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Casual Workers

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 31 January 2027

Join our casual register today and experience a variety of roles and experiences at a time that suits you. Casual work will be on an ‘as and when’ required basis and the working pattern will be determined by the needs of the service and your availability. Not only will you earn extra cash, but you could gain qualifications and take the steps towards a new career.

Applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis: April, July, October, January. You will be contacted directly if you have been shortlisted for an interview.

Please specify in your application which role/s you would like to apply for. If you do not specify any role, the Council will assume you are available for all positions.

Available Vacancies	Hourly Rate
Lifeguard / Leisure Attendant	£13.28 - £13.92 per hour
Receptionist / Front of House	£13.28 - £13.92 per hour
Catering Assistant	£13.45 per hour
Pleasley Vale Outdoor Instructor	£15.31 - £16.61 per hour
Healthy Lifestyle Instructor/ Fitness Instructor	£13.28 - £13.92 per hour Grade 3 £15.31 - £16.61 per hour Grade 5
Activity Assistant	£13.45 per hour
Activity Leader	£13.28 - £13.92 per hour
Pitch-Court Maintenance Assistant	£13.28 - £13.92 per hour
Sports Coach	£15.31 - £16.61 per hour
Leisure Trainer / Assessor	£15.31 - £16.61 per hour
Extreme Sports Coach	£14.14 to £15.07 per hour Grade 4 £15.31 - £16.61 per hour Grade 5
Swimming Teacher	£15.31 - £16.61 per hour
Extreme Sports Assistant	£13.45 per hour

Bolsover District Council is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that takes pride in delivering excellent services to our community whilst driving economic growth and environmental sustainability for the district.

For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.

Why work for us?

Bolsover District Council is a great place to work and if you join our team, you will become part of a talented and dedicated workforce. If you are keen to make a difference to people’s lives and develop your skills and experience, we would like to hear from you.

We offer a competitive salary, Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement and excellent work/life balance initiatives. Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: Working for the Council

If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Human Resources at BDC-HR&Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

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Income Management Assistant

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 16 November 2026

We would welcome applications for an Income Management Assistant post, based within the Housing Management Department.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative, forward looking Housing Management Department. As a result of a recent restructure and investment into the department, there is an opportunity to apply for an Income Management Assistant post.

To be successful you will need:

Excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills in order to deal with the public face to face or on the telephone.

The ability to be diplomatic, resilient and enthusiastic working to targets and strict deadlines

The ability to advise customers on Housing related issues.
A knowledge of Housing legislation.
The ability to keep accurate computer and paper records

The ability to work within a team environment using own initiative and displaying a responsible and flexible attitude

The role of the Income Management Assistant is based primarily at The Arc, Clowne but there will be a need to travel within the district and work out of one of the area based Contact Centres as necessary.

For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.

Why work for us?

Apply today!

If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: Bolsover District Council Vacancies or via Derbyshire - Jobs and Careers by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Applications close Midnight on Monday 16^th November 2026.

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting Bolsover District Council Contact Centre on 01246 242424 or emailing: BDC-HR&Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Alice McGrogan on 01246 242614 or Dean Coogan on 01246 593038.

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, and we thank you for your interest in the job role.

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Anti-Social Behaviour Officer

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 16 November 2026

Anti-Social Behaviour Officer

Salary/Grade: £36,581 - £40,444 / Grade 7 per annum

Hours/Days: 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Full time, permanent

Location: Riverside Depot, Mansfield Road, Doe Lea, Chesterfield S44 5NY

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Community Safety and Enforcement Team as an

Anti-Social Behaviour Officer.

The successful applicant will be required to deal with cases of Anti-Social Behaviour working alongside internal and external partners including Housing, Community Safety, Community Rangers and the police.

Responsibilities of the role include dealing with victims, witnesses and perpetrators of Anti-Social Behaviour, evidence gathering, statement taking and investigation. Where necessary and appropriate the ASB Officer will carry out enforcement activities which may include the issuing of warnings, notices, fixed penalty notices and progressing prosecutions to and attending court.

To be successful you will need:

To be able to demonstrate an understanding of what Anti-Social Behaviour is and its effects on victims and communities.
A good standard of literacy and computer/typing skills to enable the keeping of accurate records, report and statement writing.
Strong communication skills including face to face, telephone and written correspondence with the ability to communicate with colleagues, other agencies and members of the public in sometimes difficult and challenging circumstances.
The ability to manage and prioritise a workload, recognising and understand risks of harm.

Previous experience of enforcement and/or conflict resolution would be advantageous but not essential. A current driving licence and access to a vehicle is required to carry out duties across the district.

Apply today!

Applications close Midnight on Monday 16th November 2026.

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting Bolsover District Council Contact Centre on 01246 242424 or emailing: BDC-HR&Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk

For further information:

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Matt Liddy, Community Safety and Enforcement Manager on 01246 593 056 or email matt.liddy@bolsover.gov.uk

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.

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Repairs Planner (Damp, Mould & Disrepair)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 02 November 2026

Highly motivated individual required to join Bolsover District Council’s busy Housing Repairs Team.

Applications are invited from highly motivated candidates who are interested in a career within Local Government and who are committed to providing an excellent service.

As a Repairs Planner you will be joining a great team dealing with a range of housing repairs to over 5000 properties delivered through both our in-house team of over 50 staff and external contractors. The successful candidate must have excellent people skills, be able to manage competing demands and be able to operate both individually and within a team.

This role is based at the Riverside Depot, Mansfield Road, Doe Lea, Chesterfield.

If you would like to join a progressive forward thinking team and you possess a problem solving approach along with a willingness to drive improvement, then we want to hear from you.

To be successful you will need:

Experience and knowledge of work planning within a repairs and maintenance environment.
Experience and knowledge of good customer service, including the handling complaints.
Awareness of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) and Awaab’s law.
The ability to demonstrate strong customer focus and a commitment to service improvements.

For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.

Why work for us?

Apply today!

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting Bolsover District Council Contact Centre on 01246 242424 or emailing: BDC-HR&Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Daniel Barley, Senior Repair Coordinator, on 01246 242219 or email daniel.barley@bolsover.gov.uk

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion and we thank you for your interest in the job role.

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Procurement Officer

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 02 November 2026

Procurement Officer

Location: Hybrid - Bolsover District Council, The Arc, High Street, Clowne, Chesterfield, Derbyshire. S43 4JY

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Salary: £41,177 - £46,579 per annum, pro rata

Job Term: Full Time

Appointment Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 Hours per week

Closing Date: 02 November 2026

Provisional Interview Date: T.B.C.

About the Role

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for a Public Procurement Officer to join our team. This newly created role will play a pivotal part in ensuring the effective, transparent, and compliant procurement of goods, services and works across the organisation.

As a Public Procurement Officer, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement processes, supporting strategic sourcing initiatives, and ensuring adherence to public sector procurement legislation. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver value for money and support the organisation’s operational and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage end-to-end procurement processes in line with public sector regulations and internal policies.
Prepare tender documentation, manage competitive bidding processes, and evaluate supplier proposals.
Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and provide expert guidance.
Develop and implement procurement strategies that support organisational objectives.
Maintain accurate procurement records and contribute to reporting and audit requirements.
Provide guidance and support training to internal teams on procurement best practices.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practices in procurement.

About You

Proven experience in public procurement, ideally within a government or public sector environment.
Strong knowledge of UK public procurement legislation, including Public Contract Regulation 2015, Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contact Regulation 2024.
Excellent communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Relevant qualifications such as CIPS (working towards) or equivalent are desirable.

Based at the Arc, High Street, Clowne.

For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification.

For further information

For further information or an informal discussion about the post, please contact Nicola Wood, Procurement Manager on 01246 242582 or email nicola.wood@bolsover.gov.uk

Why work for us?

Apply today!

Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting Bolsover District Council Contact Centre on 01246 242424 or emailing: BDC-HR&Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you have not received any communication within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, and we thank you for your interest in the job role.

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Senior Solicitor / Legal Executive

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 09 November 2026

This is an exciting opportunity to join Bolsover District Council's Legal Team at a time of growth and development. As a Senior Solicitor/Legal Executive, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services across the Council, helping to support the organisation's ambitious priorities and objectives while contributing to the continued development of the Legal Service.

Bolsover District Council is a dynamic and ambitious organisation that takes pride in delivering excellent services to our communities whilst driving economic growth and environmental sustainability across the district.

The Legal Team is a small but highly valued part of the authority, providing legal advice and representation across a wide range of service areas. As a senior member of the team, you will undertake complex and high-profile legal work, act as a trusted adviser to officers and elected members, and contribute to the strategic direction and continuous improvement of the service.

The team advises on a broad range of matters including commercial property, land disputes, contracts and procurement, planning, licensing and regulatory services, public sector housing, governance, and criminal and civil litigation. We are seeking applications from experienced Solicitors or Legal Executives with significant experience in commercial property, land transactions , contracts, procurement, or a combination of these areas. You will provide high-quality legal advice and practical solutions in a local government environment.

In addition to managing your own caseload, you will provide supervision, guidance and support to junior colleagues, including a Legal Assistant, helping to develop their skills and ensuring the efficient delivery of legal services across the Council.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a varied and complex caseload, providing timely, practical and legally robust advice to Council services.
Advise elected Members, senior managers and officers on significant legal, governance and strategic matters.
Draft and negotiate a wide range of legal documentation, including contracts, land and property agreements, notices, policies and reports.
Supervise, mentor and support a Legal Assistant and other junior colleagues as required, contributing to their professional development and performance.
Support the Legal Services Manager in the delivery, development and continuous improvement of the Legal Service.
Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal clients, external organisations, partner authorities and other stakeholders.
Contribute to the promotion of best practice, knowledge sharing and resilience across the Legal Team.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

Is a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with significant post-qualification experience in one or more relevant areas of law.
Has substantial experience of managing complex legal matters and providing high-quality legal advice to clients.
Demonstrates sound judgement, strong analytical skills and the ability to identify practical, solution-focused outcomes.
Has experience of supervising, mentoring or developing junior staff and supporting team performance.
Is highly organised, motivated and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining excellent standards of service delivery.
Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to advise and influence at all levels of the organisation, including elected Members, senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Is committed to delivering excellent customer service and contributing positively to a collaborative and supportive team culture.

The Council operates a flexible working policy with hybrid working arrangements. Attendance at Council offices, committee meetings, hearings and court proceedings will be required as necessary.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal professional seeking a rewarding senior role within local government, where you can make a tangible contribution to the delivery of public services while helping to develop the next generation of legal professionals.

For a full list of duties and requirements, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification. Please read the Guidance Notes provided before completing any application and please note that CV’s will not be accepted.

Apply today!

If you are interested in this post, please apply by clicking ‘Apply for this job’ above and creating an account. You can save your progress and exit the application at any time, coming back to it at a later stage to complete and submit your application. Applications close Midnight, 9^th November 2026.

Please note: The Council reserves the right to close this recruitment process early should a suitable candidate be identified before the advertised closing date. We therefore encourage interested applicants to submit their application as soon as possible.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting Bolsover District Council Contact Centre on 01246 242424 or emailing: BDC-HR&Payroll@bolsover.gov.uk

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