Job Description

Position reference: 50107283

Directorate: Public Health & Communities | Service: Healthier Communities

Salary

: 35,412 - 38,220 Plus laptop

Working Arrangements

: Monday to Friday inc. Agile Working

Hours per week

:37

Contract type:

Permanent

We are happy to talk flexible working arrangements with you, please get in touch

.

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Employee rewards and benefits

Closing date

: 07/11/2025 at 23:59

This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check

Prospective employees will be required to give a reasonable account of any significant periods (6 months or more in the past 3 years) of time living abroad.

When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.

Pensions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.

At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people's lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.

We're an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.

There's so much happening in our thriving borough, and now's the perfect time to join our excellent Healthier Communities team as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.

We're an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.

Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people's lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.

If you join the team you'll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. With flexible working we'll also support your work/life balance, helping you to adjust your hours and take time off when you need it.

We'll help you to develop your career and grow your skills with opportunities for training and development.

There's so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make

Barnsley the place of possibilities

.

Key to our success is working with our residents, partners, businesses and organisations and building these partnerships to bring about change in Barnsley.

About the Post:

An opportunity has arisen to work in our Resilient Communities Team as a Projects and Contracts Officer. We are looking for candidates with a passion for improving the lives of our residents, with vision and the ability to work effectively with partners to deliver excellent services and outcomes for our customers.



A comprehensive understanding and experience of working in a complex environment, planning and co-ordination, the commissioning process, contracting and performance monitoring is required.



The postholder will work within a portfolio that includes the management and delivery of the domestic abuse and the drug and alcohol strategies and the commissioning of associated services and projects. Supported accommodation for those with multiple needs and for those experiencing domestic abuse is also included in this portfolio. The post holder will report to the Team Leader.


The role will require the ability to manage complex programmes and have experience of responding to the requirements of external funding bodies which will include performance management and financial accountability.



You will assist in the development of local strategies and plans to improve outcomes for our residents, working in partnership with our service providers to investigate and develop innovative service delivery models to meet the needs of vulnerable people.


This role will work predominately across the combatting drugs and supported housing work programmes.


These programmes are inherently complex and subject to ongoing changes; consequently, comprehensive understanding of the National Drug Strategy is essential, including familiarity with relevant research and guidance that informs the provision of alcohol and drug treatment and support services--such as OHID and NICE guidance and recommendations.



Awareness of policies and legislation pertaining to supporting individuals with complex needs, particularly those residing in temporary supported accommodation, would be highly beneficial.

Additionally, knowledge of the National Drug Treatment Monitoring System (NDTMS) would be advantageous.



You must also be able to display:
An ability to interrogate and analyse data and information and produce quality documentation including reports to support system change and service delivery.

The ability to negotiate, influence and enthuse colleagues both internally and across partner agencies.

A commitment to working in collaboration with partners from all sectors including those with lived experience.

A clear commitment and proven ability to deliver high quality outcomes and performance with a drive and enthusiasm for change.

The ability to successfully deliver results at an operational level.




Interviews will be held week commencing 18 November 2025.



Please see our recruitment pack for more details about our work. We urge you to take up our offer of an informal chat about this position. Details of who to contact can be found in the pack.




Recruitment Pack

Please use the documents below to help support you with your application form.

Job Profile:

Projects and Contracts Officer Job Profile.pdf

Vacancy Exposure Profile:

Exposure Profile.pdf

Help with your application form

Why work for us?

Please ensure you view the job profile for this role, as you will need to demonstrate in your

application form how you meet the required criteria.




We welcome the opportunity to have a chat about the role and are happy to address any questions you may have about flexible working arrangements, including as a result of caring responsibilities.




We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know.





CV's are not accepted for this role.





At Barnsley Council, we believe in second chances and value diversity. Our recruitment process is inclusive, and we welcome applicants with past convictions. We're committed to fairness and do not discriminate. Join us in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #InclusiveHiring #SecondChances"

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