Service Lead Public Protection - 05290

guidance to the Council and elected members on public protection mattersOverseeing regulatory compliance and enforcement activitiesYou will play a crucial role in safeguarding the health, safety, and well-being of our residents and ensuring a fair and equitable trading environment. This post is a Sensitive Post for the purpose of the Local Government Housing Act 1989 and the post-holder is therefore restricted from engaging in any prescribed political activities. In summary, this means that you are prohibited from holding political office and from involvement in any political activity within or outside the workplace. Full details of the restrictions can be found in the Council's Policy and Guidance on Politically Restricted Posts. The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:Extensive experience and knowledge in public protection, environmental health, trading standards and licensingA proven track record of leading and managing teams to deliver, starting at 30 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years' service.Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a positive impact in our community while advancing your career. Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: Working with UsFor an informal discussion about the role, please contact April Peberdy on or email ##### OpportunitiesThe Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.How to applyPlease now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to
upload your CV.This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.This role involves regulated activity with adults at risk. As such, appointment is subject to anEnhanced DBS check with the relevant Barred List(s).In this post you will be required tomaintain continuous registration with the DBS Update Service for the duration of your employment.This privacy notice applies to job applicants applying for vacancies with West Berkshire Council AI in ApplicationsWe recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the preparation of their job applications. When used appropriately, AI can be a helpful aid in structuring responses, checking clarity, and improving presentation.However, applications must reflect your own skills, experience and understanding. If an application appears to rely
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excellent service outcomesStrong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partnersExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide advice and guidance to elected members and the CouncilSound understanding of regulatory frameworks and enforcement practicesAbility to analyse complex issues and make informed decisionsA proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving Why Work for West Berkshire Council?West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the officeAccess to a wide range of training and development opportunities Generous Local Government pension schemeFamily friendly policiesA range of local discountsWellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefitsYou will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement

Reference: 117438Posted: 2026-11-07Closing date: 2026-11-20Location: NewburySalary: 78137 - 85258/yearType: Full timeEmployer: West Berkshire CouncilContact: April PeberdyEmail: #####: Are you an experienced leader in public protection looking for an exciting new opportunity within local government? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Service Lead to provide strategic leadership, direction and operational management of the Public Protection Service, delivered through the Public Protection Partnership. This role reports to the Service Director for Community Services. The RoleAs the Service Lead for Public Protection, you will be responsible for:Leading and managing the Public Protection Shared Service, including Environmental Health, Trading Standards and LicensingEnsuring the delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of our local communityWorking collaboratively with other services and external partners to address public protection issuesProviding expert advice and