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Salary £24,796 - £25,989 per annum | Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week

Are you practical, friendly and ready to learn? Our Site Assistant Career Pathway offers a structured, supportive route into facilities and site operations—perfect for anyone looking to begin or grow a hands‑on career with Lancashire County Council. Whether you're just starting out or aiming to build your skills and progress, we’ll give you the training, experience and guidance you need to succeed. From maintaining safe, welcoming spaces to providing great customer service, you’ll play a key role in keeping our business parks running smoothly and professionally.

What You Will Be Doing;

• Carrying out day‑to‑day site tasks including cleaning, health and safety checks, basic repairs, and general maintenance.
• Supporting the smooth running of buildings through security duties, meeting room support, alarm checks, and winter preparedness.
• Working in a busy, public‑facing environment—acting as a positive and professional ambassador for Lancashire County Council.
• Using basic tools and equipment safely, undertaking minor repairs, and completing manual handling tasks as required.
• Working independently and as part of a wider team to ensure high standards of service and site presentation.

What We’re Looking For;

• Friendly, approachable individuals with strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work without close supervision, prioritise tasks, and adapt in a fast‑moving environment.
• Confidence using basic tools, lifting equipment safely, and carrying out cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Awareness of health and safety and willingness to follow emergency procedures and safe working practices.
• Commitment to developing skills, completing required training, and progressing to Grade 4.

Ready to Build Your Skills and Progress?

If you want a practical, varied and rewarding role with clear development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take your first step on the Site Assistant Career Pathway with Lancashire County Council.

Closing Date: 19/04/2026

If you would like to speak to someone about the role please send an email with your contact details to whitecross@lancashire.gov.uk and we will call you back.

Why join us?

By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape the career path that is right for you, with opportunities to gain personal and professional qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. Lancashire County Council truly is the place where you can have the career you've always wanted.

In return for your passion and expertise, we offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave, which increases with length of service. You will also be entitled to 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and have the option to buy additional leave each year.
• Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, allowing you to access discounts with a range of UK retailers, saving on everything from weekly food shops to white goods and cars.
• Access to fantastic development and career opportunities.

Please ensure you upload a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the criteria for the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

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