- Directorate: Corporate Resources
- Pay Level: SML11 - £69,641 to £78,782 fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week
- Location: Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
- DBS requirement: Not required
The closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 31st August
Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 17th September
Shape transparent, trusted decision-making at the heart of Slough. Slough Borough Council is seeking an outstanding Head of Governance to lead Local Democracy, Electoral Services and Member Support, helping drive our improvement journey and deliver better outcomes for residents.
As principal adviser on member-level governance and Statutory Scrutiny Officer, you will ensure democratic decision-making is lawful, effective and inclusive. You will lead scrutiny, elections and committee support, advise councillors and senior officers, and provide the challenge and assurance essential to good local government.
You will bring senior leadership experience in democratic, scrutiny or electoral services, strong political judgement and the confidence to influence at the highest level. In return, you can make a lasting difference in a diverse borough, with flexible working, a generous pension and family-friendly benefits. Join us and help strengthen trust in the council.
Our Council:
Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.
What we offer:
We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.
We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.
Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:
- 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
- The Local Government Pension Scheme
- Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
- Tax-free childcare and childcare services
- Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.
Accessibility and Support:
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team: [email protected].
Information shared will be treated confidentially and used only to provide appropriate support throughout recruitment and beyond.
Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.
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Right to Work and Checks:
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact [email protected] before applying.
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
How we recruit at Slough Borough Council
Our 8 Core Skills
At Slough Borough Council, we are moving Forward Together. Our core skills reflect what we value and will form part of your interview.
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How to Apply:
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