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Do you have the experience and motivation to really make a difference in a local community?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic Community Development Team. You will be working across different communities and alongside local partners focusing on community development and wellbeing in the South Lakeland area providing support within this service area and to elected Members.

Who we are looking for… 

The successful post holder will work alongside team colleagues to provide a comprehensive and responsive support service through the organisation of resources, providing information, administration, finance and engagement support.

This is an interesting and varied role which involves event and activity co-ordination, dealing with residents, organisations, partner agencies and internal teams. 

On occasion, you may need to work unsocial hours and travel independently elsewhere in the county. 

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile 

Application and Interview information 

Closing date: 14^th June 2026

Company: Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £26,403 - £26,824 Pro rata

Location: Kendal, Cumbria

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Administration

Sector: Communications

Job Role: Officer