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Waste and Recycling HGV Driver/ Labourer

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 05 July 2026

The Council is seeking a Waste and Recycling HGV Driver/ Labourer to join its Streetscene Team. The successful applicant will be part of a friendly and hardworking team, undertaking the collection of waste from household and commercial properties. This role provides the opportunity to work across the District with established hours based on a task and finish arrangement.

A full clean Driving Licence with licence category C. (HGV) is essential. Knowledge and experience of driving Refuse Collection and light commercial vehicles would be advantageous. In return, the Council offers generous annual leave entitlement (up to 35 days) and the opportunity to develop your skills.

For a full list of job details and requirements please view the Job Description and Person Specification. The successful applicant will be required to operate from depot facilities in Eckington and Wingerworth, and as required.

Why work for us?

North East Derbyshire 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: ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

Apply today!

If you are interested in this post, please apply using the online application on our dedicated webpage on Derbyshire Jobs at: North East Derbyshire 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 5^th July 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 North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on 01246 231111 or emailing: Human.Resources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Chloe Hunt Waste and Recycling Manager on (01246) 217285 or via email chloe.hunt@ne-derbyshire.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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Leisure Attendant - Casual

Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 21 June 2026

Casual Leisure Attendant (Lifeguard)

Salary/Grade: £13.47 to £13.90 per hour / Grade 5 (Pay award pending)

Hours/Days: As and when required

Contract Type: Casual

Location: Dronfield Active, Civic Centre, Dronfield S18 1PD

Closing Date: 21 June 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Enthusiastic individuals required to provide day to day supervision.

North East Derbyshire 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.

Located in Dronfield, our leisure centre offers a range of facilities including sports halls, swimming pools, health and fitness suites, gyms and squash courts.

The successful candidate will supervise swimming pools, changing/locker rooms, sports halls and squash courts. Other duties include assisting swimmers in difficulty, setting out and storing equipment as needed and promoting the centres activities and events.

Candidates must be sports orientated, have a good understanding of a wide range of sports and activities and must hold the RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard 10^th Edition Award. A formal coaching qualification, together with some teaching or coaching experience would be an advantage.

Although the working hours include evenings & weekends, we are particularly interested in hearing from applicants who are also available daytime Monday to Friday.

To be successful you will need:

RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard 10^th Edition Award
The ability to deal with a full age range of customers.
A good understanding of a wide range of sports & leisure activities.
To be physically fit & capable of heavy lifting.
Experience of working in a team and acting on own initiative.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure carried out by the DBS at the Enhanced Level.

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 North East Derbyshire District Council Contact Centre on (01246) 231111 or emailing: HumanResources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact James Watkinson, Duty Officer, on (01246) 217222 or email james.watkinson@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk or Mark Rocca, Centre Manager, on (01246) 217284 or email mark.rocca@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

Please note the Council only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.

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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Receptionist - Casual

Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 21 June 2026

Post: Casual Receptionist

Salary/Grade: Grade 4 / £13.05 to £13.47 per hour (pay award pending)

Hours: As and when required

Location: Dronfield Active, Civic Centre, Dronfield, S18 1PD & Eckington Active, Gosber Street, Eckington, Derbyshire, S21 4DA (or any other Leisure establishment).

Closing Date: 21 June 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Job Details and Requirements

Applications are invited for the post of a casual Receptionist based at Dronfield Active and Eckington Active, hours of work will include daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.

This is a key post that interacts with all our customers visiting the centre. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake front of house duties such as operating a booking system, dealing with admission tickets and enquiries together with processing payments.

The successful applicant will have experience of dealing with members of the public, personally and over the telephone and experience of routinely handling cash transactions. The ability to work as part of a team and excellent interpersonal skills are essential to this role.

If you would like to work with a friendly, supportive and diverse team who deliver a wide range of activities to our community, this role is for you.

The post is normally based at Dronfield Active and Eckington Active, but the successful candidate must be willing to work at any of the council’s establishments should the need arise.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure carried out by the DBS at the Basic Level.

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

Why work for us?

We offer the following benefits:

Competitive salary
Flexible working arrangements 30 days annual leave (rising to 35 after 5 years service), plus bank holidays and reduced opening hours over the Christmas period.
Generous local government pension scheme
Free parking
Discounted leisure services

Learn more about the benefits of working for us at ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

Contact and Additional Information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact James Watkinson, Duty Officer at Dronfield on 01246 217222 or via email on james.watkinson@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk or Mark Rocca, Centre Manager at Dronfield on (01246) 217284 or via email on mark.rocca@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk or Fiona Brammer, Centre Manager at Eckington on (01246) 217484 or via email on fiona.brammer@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

Apply today!

Applications close midnight on 21 June 2026.

If you do not have internet access, you can request an offline application pack by contacting North East Derbyshire District Council on 01246 231111 or emailing: HumanResources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Please note the Council only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.

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 Planning Officer

Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Closing date: 21 June 2026

Are you an experienced planner looking to take the next step in your career? North East Derbyshire District Council are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Planning Officer to join our Development Management team and help shape the future of our district.

About the role

As a Senior Planning Officer, you’ll play a key role in evaluating and determining a wide range of planning applications, from minor applications to less complex major developments. You’ll provide pre-application advice, negotiate with applicants and planning agents, prepare reports for Planning Committee, and represent the Council at appeals.

You’ll also contribute to safeguarding our built and natural environment, including Listed Buildings, Conservation Areas, and protected trees, and work closely with colleagues across the Council, elected members, and the public.

What we’re looking for?

The Planning Service is integral to the delivery of the Council’s growth agenda. The successful candidate will be an essential part of the Development Management team and will be expected to deliver timely decisions on planning applications leading to sustainable development.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

A recognised professional planning qualification and eligibility for RTPI membership.
Strong working knowledge of the Town and Country Planning system and the National Planning Policy Framework.
Experience in Development Management, including assessing and determining planning applications and representing the Council at appeal.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to prepare clear, robust reports and collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
Confidence in interpreting architectural drawings and working both independently and as part of a team.
A full driving licence and the ability to travel across the district.

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

Why work for us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking planning team, where your expertise will help deliver high-quality development and protect the character of our communities.

In return the Council offers:

A supportive and collaborative working environment.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Flexible working arrangements, up to 35 days annual leave and a strong focus on work-life balance.
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and other employee benefits.

Learn more about the benefits of working for us at: ne-derbyshire.gov.uk.

Apply today!

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

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Please note the Council will only consider applications from candidates eligible to work in the UK and who possess a current work permit appropriate to the job role advertised.

For further information

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Graeme Cooper, Team Leader (Development Management) on (01246) 217174 or via email graeme.cooper@ne-derbyshire.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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