ESTATES & RECREATIONHEAD OF LEISURE OPERATIONSPO10 (SCP 51 – 54) £63,837 – £67,435Attractive employer pension contribution1x Permanent – 1x 37 hours
Location: Antrim Civic (but required to work between both Antrim Civic Centre andMossley Mill)
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
In the context of Council’s Corporate Plan and Departmental objectives the post- holder will provide dynamic, effective and performance focused leadership by: Successful delivery of the strategy for Leisure services; Advising the Director, Chief Executive and Corporate Leadership Team on strategies and policy matters relating to the post holders remit. Successful leadership, management and delivery of service responsibilities in support of the Corporate Strategic objectives, section business plans, and values. Playing an active role in corporate organisational development; Ensure the service takes a leading role in the development of inter- departmental plans for corporate themes and that it contributes fully to achieving corporate objectives. Identifying and analysing trends and opportunities relating to the post holder’s responsibilities and to deliver successful change to ensure continuous improvement
General applicant information:
Please note that the panel will use ONLY the information provided on the application form for shortlisting. Therefore, you MUST demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria as set out in the specification for the post.
Recruitment Process:
The recruitment process will assess the suitability of the candidates against the requirements for the post including the 7 competencies identified in the Competence Framework for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council. (A copy of the Competency framework is attached for information) A reserve list will be created for this post for a 12 month period and if this post becomes available either part time, full time, temporary or permanent within 12 months this will be offered to reserve candidates in order of merit. Dates for the process are as follows:
Advertising Date: Thursday, 6 August 2026
Closing Date: Friday, 4 September 2026
Shortlisting: Thursday, 10 September 2026
Interviews: Tuesday-Wednesday, 15-16 September 2026 Please be advised, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council operates a paper free recruitment and selection process. All communication relating to your application will be sent to the email address that you have provided during login.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 4 SEPTEMBER 2026 AT 12 NOON.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is committed to appointing on merit, seeking candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds and taking full account of equal opportunities. #nijobs
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