Climate and Flooding Support Officer

Come and work for an award-winning organisation!

We are an ambitious and forward-thinking council. We are committed to making Cheltenham a
better place to live and work, enabling communities and businesses to thrive whilst protecting
what is good about our town.

We aim to be an employer of choice where everyone is treated fairly and feels valued and
respected. We aim to provide a stimulating and rewarding working environment that encourages our
people to work together, provides opportunities for them to reach their full potential and achieve
a healthy work/life balance. Working at Cheltenham Borough Council means working as part of a
committed, professional, and friendly team.

About the role

We are looking for someone who is keen to make a difference, to help us deliver Cheltenham
Borough Council’s ambitious goal to reach net zero by 2030, and to support our community in
adapting to the changing climate.

As a key member of a small Climate and Flooding team, you will be:

• supporting delivery of climate-focused initiatives, working across the council and with key
  stakeholders.
• supporting our flood risk management activities and projects. Acting as the initial point
  of contact for our customers in respect of flood matters and community engagement.

This role would suit someone keen to develop a career in sustainability, with knowledge of climate
change and/or flooding. You will possess excellent engagement and communication skills and need to
be able to juggle competing priorities.

What can we do for you…

• An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension
  Scheme (LGPS).
• A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days rising to 31 days after five years. Part-time
  employees receive a pro rata entitlement of 26 days.
• A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home
  or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours.
• A comprehensive programme of learning and development.
• Two days paid time off for volunteering.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes.
• An employee counselling service.
• Free eye tests (for some posts) and contribution towards the cost of glasses.
• A cycle to work scheme.
• Low-cost town centre parking for some jobs, depending on work location.
• A commitment to employee wellbeing.