Authorised Officer
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,434 to £37,280 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 February 2026 |
| Location: | NG34 7EF |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | North Kesteven District Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Authorised Officer
Part-time (18.5 Hours) – Permanent
C1 - £34,434 - £37,280 per annum, pro rata
North Kesteven District Council is seeking a qualified professional to join the Public Protection Team. This post puts you at the heart of a passionate and dynamic department which is critical in the delivery of the Council’s Public Protection services providing food safety, health & safety and licensing guidance, inspection and enforcement to businesses throughout the district.
Job Requirements:
• CIEH registered food safety practitioner who has completed an Accredited Higher Certificate in Food Control or equivalent qualification
Key Responsibilities:
• Carry out routine and reactive food hygiene inspections
• Work with and develop our Primary Authority Partnerships
• Complete food and environmental sampling and associated investigations
Key Attributes:
• Be creative with good attention to detail
• Strong visual and language skills
• A highly organised and dynamic person
• Good communication skills and work effectively as part of small team
You will be required to apply a high level of attention to detail and focus when carrying out this role, to support the delivery of the Public Protection Team at an operational and technical level and show an appreciation of the contribution local government can make to the welfare of the people living, working, and visiting the district. If you feel you have what it takes to be part of our friendly and high performing team, this could be the role for you.
If you would like an informal chat about this post, please contact Matthew Adams, Public Protection Team Leader on 01529 414155 or matthew_adams@n-kesteven.gov.uk
To complete an application form and further details, please visit our website www.n-kesteven.gov.uk
The closing date for all applications is 8 February 2026
The interview date will be 18 February 2026
Part-time (18.5 Hours) – Permanent
C1 - £34,434 - £37,280 per annum, pro rata
North Kesteven District Council is seeking a qualified professional to join the Public Protection Team. This post puts you at the heart of a passionate and dynamic department which is critical in the delivery of the Council’s Public Protection services providing food safety, health & safety and licensing guidance, inspection and enforcement to businesses throughout the district.
Job Requirements:
• CIEH registered food safety practitioner who has completed an Accredited Higher Certificate in Food Control or equivalent qualification
Key Responsibilities:
• Carry out routine and reactive food hygiene inspections
• Work with and develop our Primary Authority Partnerships
• Complete food and environmental sampling and associated investigations
Key Attributes:
• Be creative with good attention to detail
• Strong visual and language skills
• A highly organised and dynamic person
• Good communication skills and work effectively as part of small team
You will be required to apply a high level of attention to detail and focus when carrying out this role, to support the delivery of the Public Protection Team at an operational and technical level and show an appreciation of the contribution local government can make to the welfare of the people living, working, and visiting the district. If you feel you have what it takes to be part of our friendly and high performing team, this could be the role for you.
If you would like an informal chat about this post, please contact Matthew Adams, Public Protection Team Leader on 01529 414155 or matthew_adams@n-kesteven.gov.uk
To complete an application form and further details, please visit our website www.n-kesteven.gov.uk
The closing date for all applications is 8 February 2026
The interview date will be 18 February 2026
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