A council in our region has launched a huge recruitment drive for new members of staff - and the pay terms on offer are surprisingly good.
Halton Borough Counc il are searching for people to fill 21 roles that have become available in the local area , ranging from kitchen assistants and fitness instructors to heads of departments.
The required experience differs for each, but all salaries are above minimum wage with the highest earning job offering a generous pay package of over £45,000.
Here's a full list of jobs you can apply for at Halton Borough Council - and what they pay.
CCTV Monitoring Operative
Halton council are looking for two part-time operators to work in the local authority's control room, which manages 150+ public CCTV cameras.
The role will require a 'proactive and re-active approach' to CCTV operation, to help the council reduce crime and disorder, according to the job description.
Ideal candidates will ideally be CCTV SIA licensed with experience working in a busy control room or operating CCTV. However , for those with less experience, full training will be provided.
The hours required are 24 or 32 per week, with pay equivalent to a full time salary of £18,795 - £19,171 (FTE).
View the full job description here
Kitchen Assistant
This part-time role is ideal for someone looking for a few hours of work a week during term time.
As a Kitchen Assistant you will be joining the council's catering service providing school meals for pupils in Halton,
The required hours are 7.5 per week, offering a salary of £3,275.10 - £3,340.66.
The job description says previous experience of working in a catering environment is ideal, but basic food preparation and cleaning experience is essential.
View the full job description here
Catering Supervisor
Halton Council are also hiring qualified caterers to be based at Murdishaw West Community Primary School in Runcorn.
The part time / term time role offers a salary of £11,005 - £11,914, working 25 hours per week.
Candidates will need an NVQ in Food Preparation and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, as well as previous experience of working in a busy catering environment.
View the full job description here
Chief Executive Mersey Gateway Environmental Trust
One of the highest paid jobs on offer, the Chief Executive of the Mersey Gateway Environmental Trust (MGET) Charity will be earning an annual salary of £42k.
The MGET was set up in 2010 to promote the conservation, protection, and improvement of the environment across a 1600ha area of the Upper Mersey Estuary running from Runcorn to Warrington.
Idea candidates need a degree in the environmental sector, experience of fund raising and "the ability to deliver successful environmental and biodiversity campaigns on time and to budget".
View the full job description here
Casual Swimming Instructor
Halton Council run most of their leisure centres in-house - meaning there are a number of jobs available for sport enthusiasts.
The casual swimming instructor role pays £11.81 per hour, on a 0 hour contract, with causal hours available "as and when required".
The idea candidate will have a Level 2 swim teachers qualification or equivalent.
View the full job description here
Casual Sports Coach Level 1
Halton Council are looking for Casual Level 1 Sports Coaches to assist with the co-ordination and delivery of sport and leadership sessions in schools, open spaces and community venues.
Ideal candidates will have a National Governing Body Level 1 Coaching Award and be available to work evenings and weekends.
The salary is £10.08 per hour (Inclusive of holiday entitlement).
View the full job description here
Casual Sports Coach Level 2
For sports coaches with more experience, the council are looking for someone with a level 2 qualification who can 'lead and deliver' sport and leadership sessions in schools and other venues across the borough.
The salary is £12.05 per hour (Inclusive of holiday entitlement) with casual / part time hours available.
View the full job description here
Fitness Advisor
Halton Council are also looking for someone with a Level 3 Personal Training Qualification to join their fitness team at Active Halton.
The post is based at Brookvale Recreation Centre and will require inducting and supervising new gym members, new member sales and membership enquiries.
The salary is £18,233 to £19,735 Pro Rata (£19,554 - £21,166 FTE).
View the full job description here
Support worker (x3) - Halton Supported Housing
The local authority have three posts for support workers, working either 15 hours, 16 hours or 24 hours.
The job description describes it as a "challenging but extremely rewarding role" requiring experience in working with physical disabilities and being able to personal care.
The salary is £18,065 (pro rata). Working on a rota basis may include work at weekends, bank holidays and some sleep-in duties.
View the full job description here
Emergency Planning Officer
Halton Council are looking for an experienced planning officer who can advise the Council on all matters relating to emergency planning.
The full-time role offers a generous salary of £27,905 - £30,507,
View the full job description here
Asset Management Technician
The Asset Management Team are looking for a new member to assist with their case load in property management and regeneration project activities.
The job description says it will contribute to some of the major regeneration schemes across the borough and required practical knowledge and experience of this sector.
The salary is £19,554 to £21,166 per annum.
View the full job description here
Principal Manager (Children’s Services)
Halton Council are looking for an experienced manager with experience within a statutory children's social care setting, to manage a Child in Need Team.
The demanding job offers a salary of £42,683 - £45,591, as well as a lease car scheme essential car allowance, up to 33 days holiday, a flexible working week, and free parking.
View the full job description here
Adult learning & Skills Tutor (x 3)
The council's Adult Learning service is looking to recruit three tutors to assist with programmes in different departments - IT, family literacy and children's centres.
The roles pay £20.60 to £24.12 per hour or a salary of £15,920 for part time / flexible working.
View the full three job descriptions on the council's vacancy list here
Mobile Kitchen Assistants (x 2)
The council are looking for two Mobile Kitchen Assistants to support the school meals service in various schools within Halton.
The post will be Monday-Friday, with a salary of £7,641.
View the full job description here
SEND contract officer
The council's newly formed children's placement team is looking for a SEND contract officer to support the local authority in securing high quality, cost effective and customer care focussed external contracts and service level agreements.
he post will have "responsibility for the development and performance monitoring of all contracts commissioned to ensure positive outcomes for children, young people and their families" according to the job ad.
The salary is £16743 - £18304. A degree and relevant experience is required.
View the full job description here
Placement Support Officer
Another job available on the children's placement team is for a support officer to assist with the sourcing, monitoring and quality assuring of placements for children and young people in the care of Halton Borough Council.
The salary is £21589-£23836 per annum.
Participation and Inclusion Officer
The Council are also looking to appoint a Participation and Inclusion Officer to work closely with their Children in Care and Care Leavers service.
The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and will hold an NVQ 3 Children and Young People or equivalent.
The salary is £21,589 - £23,836.
School crossing operative
Lollipop men and women are also wanted to help local children cross the road to school safely.
The successful candidate will work 8:10am - 8:55am and 14:55 - 15:30 each day during term time, on a salary of £9.36 per hour (£3,402 per annum).
Read the full job description here
Senior Engineer Flood Risk Management
The council are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Senior Engineer to join Halton’s Highway Development team.
The job description described it as an idea opportunity "for a recently qualified graduate or the next step on the ladder if you have the relevant technical skills."
The salary on offer is £31,371 - £33,799.
The role will require repairing and implementing flood alleviation schemes, ensuring maintenance of flood risk assets and working with developers to reduce flood risk, whilst complying with relevant legislation and standards.
Technical Officer
Last but not least, the Service Improvement and Governance Division is seeking to recruit a Technical Officer to help support Halton Schools and Academies ICT support service.
The job will be based out of the Municipal Building in Widnes, providing support to schools throughout the borough.
Idea candidates will have a degree or relevant experience. The salary is £21,589 - £26,999.
