We are looking for an Events Manager to run and develop our vibrant programme of annual events, ranging from popular family entertainments like the Banbury Show and Food Fair, to formal civic occasions such as Remembrance Sunday, Battle of Britain day and parades. 
 

You will be responsible for events in the widest sense, whether part of the Council’s own programme of town and civic events or working with third parties hiring the council’s indoor or outdoor facilities. You will be instrumental in building the reputation of our facilities, whether being used as venues for weddings, conferences and dining, meetings, fundraising events, markets or sporting events. You will be an expert source of advice to assist the Town Clerk in developing the civic ceremonial traditions of the town and support the Town Mayor in carrying out their role.

The post would suit an energetic, outgoing individual who has experience and skills in event management. If this challenging and pro-active role in a small, friendly team is the job for you then please submit an application.

For further information or to discuss the role contact Mark Hassall (Town Clerk/RFO) 01295 817311 or Paul Almond (Director of Environment) 01295 817315.

£23,620 - £24,948 Per Annum 

Full-time Contract - 37 hours per week

The Council is also looking for a Parks & Cemetery Lead Operative to join our team delivering high standards of horticultural maintenance in the Council’s parks, cemeteries, closed churchyard and sports grounds. Duties include carrying out the maintenance of grass areas, shrub borders, hedges and flower beds, digging and preparing graves and keeping graves tidy.   

The successful applicant will be a hardworking self-starter, enthusiastic, flexible, a good team player, and have the ability to lead other members of the team. You will be able to demonstrate proven experience working within the Horticultural Industry.

You will need to be prepared to work outdoors in all weathers, possess a full driver’s licence and have the knowledge and skills to use a wide range of machinery including a tractors and mechanical excavators, however, if not, you must have a wiliness to learn to use such machinery.

Application packs are available from our website: www.banbury.gov.uk

For further information or to discuss this position please contact:

Nicky Halford (Parks & Cemeteries Manager) 01295 817312 or

Paul Almond (Director of Environment) 01295 817315.

Only applications received on the Councils official application form will be considered and should be returned by emailed to: nicky.halford@banbury.gov.uk

Closing date: Friday 10th February 2023

Interview date: Monday 20th February 2023

SCP 5 - £21,575 to SCP 9 - £23,194

depending on experience and qualifications

37 hours per week

8.00am–4.00pm Monday to Thursday & 8:00am–3:30pm on Friday

The Job:

The Council is looking for a Parks & Cemetery Operative to join our team delivering high standards of horticultural maintenance in the Council’s parks, cemeteries, closed churchyard and sports grounds. Duties include carrying out the maintenance of grass areas, shrub borders, hedges and flower beds, measuring and marking out grave spaces, digging and preparing graves and keeping graves tidy.

The Person:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard working person to join our team. You must possess a full driver’s licence and have experience working as a gardener, landscaper or have worked in the construction industry as ground worker. Ideally using a mechanical excavator, however, if not, you must have a wiliness to learn to use such machinery.

The successful applicant must be prepared to work outdoors in all weathers and enjoy working as part of a team. You should have good communication skills as the role requires interaction with other funeral and cemetery staff. You will must have a caring and compassionate nature for dealing with the general public.

For further information or to discuss the role contact Nicky Halford (Parks & Cemeteries Manager) 01295 817312 or Paul Almond (Director of Environment) 01295 817315.

Application packs are available from our website: www.banbury.gov.uk

Completed application forms should be returned by email to nicky.halford@banbury.gov.uk

Closing date: Friday 10th February 2023

Interview date: Monday 20th February 2023