Community Services
"My role fits very well with the values, vision and ambition of the council. In particular, the council wishes to provide an excellent service for our residents."
Richard, Senior Library and Customer Assistant
Together we are Outcome focused
We enhance the environment that we live and work in.
Community Services is dedicated to enhancing neighbourhoods, housing, the environment and quality of life for residents and visitors. From waste management to maintaining libraries, parks and cemeteries, our teams work hard to ensure a welcoming and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Whether it's increasing recycling rates, collaborating with local authorities to improve safety or spearheading innovative initiatives, joining us means playing a pivotal role in shaping a clean, safe and vibrant community.
Communities, Place and Economy
Our community teams cover a diverse range of areas such as community safety, public health and protection, libraries, housing, parks and open spaces to our regulatory teams and administrative support to ensure our services to the community run effectively and efficiently.
Our Environmental Health Officers ensure that the environment where we work, eat, live and play is safe for our communities. Be part of our housing team and you will be helping everyone in Westmorland and Furness have access to a safe, well-maintained home. Join our dedicated Health & Wellbeing team, who are essential in developing opportunities for our clients and working to improve physical and mental health and wellbeing in our local communities.
A focus on...
Housing Standards
Our role ensures the quality, safety, and sustainability of housing within Westmorland and Furness. We liaise with partner agencies, landlords and tenants to uphold and improve living standards, promote fair housing practices, and safeguard the well-being of our residents.
Working in Housing Standards provides great opportunities for collaboration, learning new skills and professional development. We work towards fostering healthier, more equitable communities by ensuring that everyone has access to safe and decent housing.
Meet Allyson
Resettlement Programme Manager
“In 2017 I took the opportunity to work in resettlement, and I have not looked back. The team is passionate about making a difference and have come from a variety of backgrounds. My personal goals align with the Council, I am ambitious for myself and the service, I believe we cannot work alone and need collaboration. I am solution focused and care for everyone around me.
I would encourage anyone thinking about starting a career in local government to go for it. I have worked in local government for 26 years in various roles and directorates and the Council has given me many opportunities.”
