About Us

At Active Sefton, we are dedicated to enhancing the health and wellbeing of our community through sports and physical activity programmes and supportive initiatives. We believe that everyone deserves access to resources that promotes a healthy lifestyle, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive environment where people can thrive.

Active Sefton are responsible for delivering a portfolio of numerous health, sport and physical activity programmes working with all age groups, as well as a wide range of partners. The team contribute to key council priorities including working together to improve the outcomes for communities and improving the health and wellbeing of Sefton’s residents.

Sefton is a vibrant local authority on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting 2030 Vision.  This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.

Sefton has a strong track record of partnership working and for having a motivated and dedicated workforce that is resilient and adaptable, it puts the Council in the best possible place to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Job Overview

Active Sefton are looking to recruit a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join their team.

The Development Officer will be responsible for the development and delivery of a comprehensive programme of sport and physical activity programmes linked to the priorities of Sefton Council (through Active Sefton). This role will specifically include working on targeted programmes, such as 1-2-1 referral programmes working with children, young people and adults in a variety of settings to improve their mental and physical wellbeing through sport and physical activity. Additionally, the post holder will support with programmes that aim to reduce antisocial behaviour in the local area. The role of a Development Officer will empower individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles, boost their confidence and enhance overall quality of life.

How to Apply

To apply quickly and securely online, and for application form and further details, click on the links below.

Note that we cannot accept applications via links to cloud storage sites, and do not accept CVs in place of an application form.

NB: These posts are registered as exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and in accordance with the police act; any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record disclosure. Any disclosure of a criminal record will not automatically prevent an offer of employment.

Interviews: week commencing 19th May 2025

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.