July 2005


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MEMBERS of Lancashire County Council could receive pensions according to futoe years of serv­ ice after voting to accept recom­ mendations from an independent


Remuneration Panel. Many members currently lose out on


pension entitlement due to losing earn­ ings while on public duty. If forecasts is that the pensions will cost up to an expect­ ed total of £52,000 for the cunent year. Pension arrangements will be identical


wwwJancashire.gov.uk Byr.lancashire.gor.uk_ Go-ahead for pension plan


to those offered to local government employees and joining the pension


scheme will be volunta^t Approximately 30,000 people are cur­


rently active members of the pension scheme. The changes will add a maximum


of84 people. Justification for change is that the role


of members has changed over many years and many have lost pay and pension enti­ tlement. From now, pensions will start clocking up from when a member regis­ ters, not fixrm when first elected.


Tories train eyes on top


A KEEN set of eyes wiU be trained on Lancashire County Council’s ■ Labour administration by the authority’s new set of Conservative Party


leaders. Value for taxpayers’


money will be their ryatch- word for the next four years after voters swelled their numbers to 31 in May. The new team of senior


spokesmen will shadow decisions made by the coun­ cil's majority Labour Group and, where they feel neces­ sary, present alternatives. They propose to argue


for increased devolution of decision-making to district level and to parish and town councils. The


county’s


Conservative Group has re­ elected Preston representa­ tive Michael Welsh as leader, while Kibble Valley’s Albert Atkinson becomes deputy leader. Other leading spokes­


men are: Mary Wilson (Kibble Valley), Adult


Services; Pat Case (Chorley), Children’s Services. Geoff Driver (Preston), is spokesman;


finance Wow! Maths really can be fun


June 2005 will be remembered for a long time by pupils across Lancashire.


Hundreds took part in Lancashire Maths Week - the first time this important subject has been the focus of a series of events both in schools and at selected venues in the county.


With the emphasis on ,fun children of all ages and abilities were able to take part in Number Fun, Murderous Maths, Playing for Success and Maths at Work among many other maths based events.


All Lancashire's schools, primary, secondary and special, had the opportunity to take part and many complemented the work of the Lancashire Maths Team by organising their own school based sessions.


With exciting and entertaining presenters such^ as Dave Godfrey and Kjartan Posskitt, there was never a dull moment as young people got to learn through song, activity and magici


One of the highlights of the week was the final of the 2005 Lancashire Mathematics Challenge, a competition involving all Lancashire's secondary schools that started way back at the beginning of the year with initial rounds in schools. Each


school put forward a team of four year seven pupils to con­ test district finals with nine teams competing for the title at the final in Chorley.


The winning team was Bishop Rawstorne CE Language College from Croston with second and third places going to Clitheroe Royal Grammar School and Glenburn Sports College, Skelmersdale.


The Maths Week and Maths Challenge are sponsored by Lancashire County Developments Ltd, the County Council's economic development company. Managing Director Steve Dean said:


“Maths is essential to all of us throughout our lives, and learn­ ing to enjoy numbers and be comfortable with them is the key.


“At LCDL we are working to create jobs and employment, making sure our young people are encouraged to reach their potential is just one way that we can make a difference. Maths Week was enjoyed by hundreds of young people in the county and I am sure they will have a very different view of maths thanks to the hard work of the Lancashire Maths Team.”


Bernard Whittle (FVlde), takes on the Economic Development role; Keith Young (South Kibble), is the Environment and Trans­ port spokesman; Sarah Fishwick (Lancaster), is to shadow Youth Services; Tim Ashton (Fylde), takes on the Communications brief.


•B LU E team: Michael Welsh, front r ighf with,(L-R), Sarah Fishwick, Bernard Whittle, Albert Atkinson, chief whip David O’Tooie.


Get there early


ASIAN dance, music, food and arts will be on display in a huge Mela Festival that is fore­


cast to attract 10,000 people. The Preston Mela always transforms Avenham Park


into a sea of participants and spectators. This year’s aimual festival is e.xpected to be just as pop­


ular when it is staged between noon and 8pm on Sunday 7 August.,


New charter to aid carers


LANCASHIRE’S 125,000 carers have hundreds of new friends after social services and health chiefs teamed up and agreed to work together to provide


help. From now, all agencies


are committed to equally high standards hi support­ ing the carers who work unpaid to look after ill or disabled relatives, fiiends and neighbours. Richard Jones, Lanca­


Lancashire County Development Ltd.


County Council


shire County Coimcil’s exec­ utive director o f , Adult Social Services, said: “We are serious about develop­ ing services that are respon­ sive to the needs of carers and their families through a commitment with partners. “This commitment, while


■The total number of carers in the UK is estimated ' j


over 6m. HAccording to Carers UK,- it is estimated that carers annuaiiy save the Exchequer over v. £57bn - the equivaient of the cost of the NHS. ; y ■Over 1.25m carers provide over 50 hours of care';.


I per week. BOne in six peopie of working age in the UK is a carer. BAround three in five people will be a carer at some point in their iives.


important, will only be meaningful if we continue to work together to fully engage with carers to make a read difference to the peo­ ple who need our support.’’ The multi-agency com­


mitment, the first of its kind in Lancashire, has been drawn up by Lancashire Adult Social Services, Lancashire Care NHS Trust and all eight Primary Care Trusts in 3ie county. The charter was officially


unveiled as part of this year’s • national Carers’ Week when the nation offi­


cially recognised the work carried out by carers. Lancashire also has an


estimated 1,200 young car­ ers who help look after other people. Support services offered


include respite care, resi­ dential short breaks, day care, home care and com­ munity support based on assessment of need. Carers’ grants are award­


ed to fund carers’ services - £3.8m is being spent this year, compared to £2.6m last year.


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Here are a selection of our job vacancies. To find out about A L L our current vacancies visit our website www.lancashire.gov.uk/vacancies


Use the search facility to find the right job for you. You can even apply electronically for most jobs.


For these jobs you can download an application form, job description, person specification and other additional information to help you decide if you want to apply. You can then complete the form on your own computer, in your own time, before e-mailing the electronic form back to the personnel team.


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Temporary executive support officer Ref;RD/05l082 £15,675 - £17,469 per annum


37 hours per week, for 9 months based at County Hall, Preston. Duties; you will provide general administrative support to the member and executive support team and assist the member and executive support manager in managing and developing initiatives to make the county council more accessible to the public. Essential; use of Microsoft Word, the ability to use a range of database packages, have recent administrative experience and good interpersonal skills.


Temporary committee and standards


support officer Ref:RD/05/083 £15,675 -£17,469 per annum


37 hours per week, for 9 months based at County Hall, Preston. Duties: you will provide general administrative support to the standards and committee administration team on standards and constitution issues, and provide assistance with the servicing of the school organisation committee and standing advisory conference on religious activities. Essential: general administrative experience gained within the last 2 years, the ability to communicate effectively, have good keyboard skills and familiarity with a range of IT packages.


Administrative officer Ref; RD/05/084 • £15,675 - £17,459 per annum


Required for 37 hours per week at Democratic Services Group, County Hall, Preston. Duties:, you will provide administrative support to the various teams.


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EssenUal; general administrative experience gained within the last 2 years; the ability to communicate effectively; good keyboard skills and familiarity with a range of IT packages. Closing date (previous 3 posts); 15 July 2005 '


We are working towards achieving a workforce that reflects Lancashire’s population, therefore applications from ethnic minorities are welcome.


• Research and development manager -


Pay Services REF NO RD/05/89 £30,747 - £33,168 per annum


This exciting opportunity has arisen in pay services having responsibility for the development and maintenance of payroll and creditor payment systems.


Suitable applicants will have at least 5 years up to date experience in payroll, at least 2 years in a supenrisoty or management capacity, and also 2 years experience of maintaining, developing and nrnning a large parameter driven payroll system. Project management experience and/or a CIPSA/IPPM qualification is desirable. A demonstrable understanding of legislation and conditions, access and security issues surrounding payroll is essential, as is a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and software systems and processes. Excellent interpersonal skills are required, including the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, the writing and presentation of reports and counselling and appraisal of staff The successful candidate will enjoy the usual benefits associated with Local Government including;- a final salary pension scheme, 37 hour week, flexi-time and a minimum of 25 days annual leave.


Application forms (previous 3 posts); Visit ourwebsite at; www.lancashire.gov.uk/vacancies or tel: 01772 531747 (24 hr answerphone). Closing date; IS July 2005.


Lancashire social services employs 4500 staff. The directorate aims to improve the protection of vulnerable children and adults, promote their independence, and raise standards of care. Social sewices are working towards achieving a workforce reflecting the minority ethnic population of each district and is committed to supporting peopie from these communities through the directorate's Biack Workers Group. The major groups of staff within the directorate are: managers; sociat workers, care workers, cooks, domestics, administrators, finance staff, trainers, IT staff and human resources staff.


For current vacancies visit our website


www.iancashire.gov.uk/vacancies or telephone our recruitment iine (01772) 534406.


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Part time cleaner Ref: CUJG/05/61 £5.63perhour , .


12.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday at County Hall, Preston. This position is not criminal records bureau checked. Duties: dusting, polishing, floor buffing and mopping, surface sanitising and emptying bins etc in areas such as corridors, offices, toilets in a designated area throughout the establishment


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Temporary grounds development assistant Ref: ECfS/802/RDfE £17,922 - £21,654 per annum


37 hours per week, initially for a 12 month period based with School Management Support Services, Marsh Lane, Preston. Duties; you will form part of a multidisciplinary team that provides a range of support services to schools , arid county council directorates. You will build on and develop an already successhil service that provides advice on landscape development matters and undertakes the design and implementation of a range of schemes for schools and other clients, using a range of providers. Essential; an appropriate qualification in landscape design or management. Experience of design, estimating and implementing schemes, including project management and budgetary control. Demonstrate the ability to deliver a high standard of customer service, build partnerships and liaise with other internal departments. Have innovative and creative design skills and an understanding of health and safety issues. Required to travel throughout the county, so a full, clean driving licence and a car is required, for which a travel allowance will be paid. Informal discussion; Nigel Mom'ssey on 01772 533491.


Part time administrative assistant Ref; EC/S18111PJ £14,363 - £17,469 per annum (pro rata)


18.5 hours per week based at Pupil Access Team, County Hall, Preston. The Pupil Access Team has responsibility for school admissions, pupil exclusions, school transport and welfare benefits. Duties: you will supervise a small central team, which provides administrative support to pupil access managers. Essential: clerical or administrative experience of at least 2 years, dealing with clients including responding to queries using efficient telephone skills, ability to work as a member of a team, the ability to manage own workload, prioritise and meet deadlines.


Information centre supervisor Ref: EC/S/8091PM £15,675 - £17,469 per annum


37 hours per week at Lytham County Information Cenbe, 4 Clifton


Application form; please ring our 24hr recruitment line on 01772-538999 or email; HRTeam@lccs.lancscc.gov.uk Closing date; 15 July 2005


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Square, Lytham. The working pattern of the post is five full days per week including Saturday,' f o r ' which ’ ari ’ addifional enhancement is paid. • Duties: you will supervise two part-time members of staff, and supply information to the public on the three core business areas (public transport, tourism and local government information). Responsible for the financial and administrative functions of the centre, including stock control, banking and accounting for cash, dealing with the sale of tickets and promotional items and responding to customer enquiries. Essential; experience of supervising staff effectively, providing accurate information to the public in a customer focussed environment, be dynamic, forward thinking and able to contribute Ideas and innovations. Informal discussion; Craig Wilkinson, Deputy County Information Centre Network Manager on 01772 533535.


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For further Information and application form please visit our website address at; www.lancashire.gov.uk or telephone 01772 533383 (24 hour answerphone) You can e-mall your application forms back to: rd.personnel@css.lancscc.gov.uk


Please quote job ref. RD/05/89


Applicafion forms (previous 3 posts): please visit ourwebsite address at: , www.lancashlre.gov.uk or telephone 01772 533383 (24 hour answerphone) . You can e-mail your application forms back to: rd.petsonnel§css.lancscc.gov.uk


Closing date: 15 July 2005


Directorate Personnel Unit Resources Directorate, PO Box 78, County Hall, PRESTON PR1 8XJ


Closing date Friday 23 July 2005 An equal opportunities employer welcoming "i^’P'applications from all sections of the community


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