Play Area Team Leader

Location: South Lakes and Furness

Contract Type: Permanent

About this opportunity

Are you passionate about creating safe and enjoyable play spaces for communities? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Play Area Team Leader to lead our playground team across South Lakeland and Furness, whilst also supporting colleagues in Eden. As a Play Area Team Leader, you will carry out maintenance and repairs for play facilities, as well as carry out operational inspections, manage data using the Play Inspection App and provide technical, administrative, and operational support to ensure high service standards. This role will also have the opportunity to support with the implementation of playground projects across Westmorland and Furness, build strong community relationships, as well as assist with general duties as required across the wider team.

Who we are looking for…

We are seeking a motivated professional with experience in the play industry, particularly in practical maintenance and repair. You will have strong technical skills and the ability to work to precise specifications and a solid understanding of Play Industry standards and Health & Safety regulations. The successful candidate will be able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, and can demonstrate proficiency in IT systems, attention to detail, and a proactive, positive attitude. A willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions. This is a supervisory role, requiring effective leadership and communication skills, as well as a commitment to upholding the Council’s values and Ways of Working. You’ll be expected to lead by example, promoting a positive working culture and ensuring service delivery meets high expectations.

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

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Polly Straker on 01539 793191.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 15th August 2025

Interview date: w/c 26th August 2025

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Westmorland and Furness Council are now able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applications for eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee the eligibility of all of our roles, therefore, if you would like more information on roles that may be eligible please visit the government website -  Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.