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Work Start Scheme – DCC Street Scene – Dee Valley MAG

Only residents living in Denbighshire who are unemployed and not in fulltime education can apply.

Job Description

Employer:Denbighshire County Council – Work Start Scheme
Placement Title:Trainee Street Scene Operative – South Denbighshire  Dee Valley MAG
Placement Duration:8 weeks
Hours of Work:25 hours pw
Salary:NMW
Closing Date:25th April 2025
Pre-screen Date:30th April 2025
Interview Date:Week commencing 5th May 2025
How to Apply:Please send CV to: Workstart@denbighshire.gov.uk For more information, please contact: Fiona Thomas on 07468743969  
Summary of Work Start Scheme Placement Opportunity
Placement with the Street Cleansing team in North Denbighshire. During this placement, you will support the team with public realm, including: Litter picking. Emptying public litter bins. Road sweeping. Public parks. Grass/verge cutting. Gully emptying as part of a team. Basic Highways Maintenance – such as repairing of potholes        
Duties/Responsibilities
This Placement will provide the opportunity for the candidate to: Obtain insight into public realm Work alongside fully qualified staff on day-to-day tasks. Follow instructions to assist with litter picking, channel sweeping, emptying public Litter bins, ground maintenance activities. Develop and extend skills and abilities. Adhere to Health & Safety requirements.        
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Personal Qualities
UK Full driving licence Basic understanding of literacy and numeracy. Able to physically undertake tasks e.g. lifting heavy objects (with appropriate training) of a practical nature on a reasonably continuous basis .Basic relevant Health & Safety awareness. Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions and with exposure to other disagreeable conditions e.g. dirt, noise  

References are available at the end of the Placement