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ICT Database Administrator - WMF2869e Job description

 Location: Penrith, Kendal or Barrow + Flexible Working

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

About this opportunity

 As an ICT Database Administrator at Westmorland and Furness Council, you will play a crucial role in supporting and driving developments for our business systems and the environments that they run within. This role is responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, optimisation, upgrading and monitoring the database systems upon which the business relies, within agreed standards and legislative and practice frameworks

In this dynamic role, you will have the opportunity to implement best practices in Database support, develop and maintain strong relationships with various teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery. Your expertise and technical skills will be vital in aligning our Database platforms and systems with the strategic goals of Westmorland and Furness Council, ultimately contributing to the effective operation of our community services.

Join us in a collaborative environment where your technical skills and innovative ideas will make a tangible impact. If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and help us elevate our ICT services, we encourage you to apply!

Who we are looking for…

 Westmorland and Furness Council are looking for a skilled Database Administrator to support, develop, maintain, upgrade, optimise and monitor our Database platforms. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the delivery of highly available business applications across the organisation and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a track record of enhancing business efficiency and high-quality user experience, through the delivery of robust, secure and available business systems then we want to hear from you! Join us in making a positive impact on our community by delivering innovative technology solutions. Apply now to become an integral part of our team!

For more information about this role, including key accountabilities and essential criteria, please view the Post Specification.

If you would like an informal conversation about the role, or if you have any questions, please contact Ben.Wright@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

 What can we offer you!

 Excellent training and development offers

• Flexible working opportunities
• Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
• Various perks and discounts schemes, including money off your phone contract and local gyms
• Competitive rates of pay

 Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

Application and Interview information

 Closing date: 10^th May 2026

Interview date: 20^th 21^st or 22^nd May 2026

Interviews will be in-person in Kendal if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.

Safer Recruitment

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.

Company: Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £42,839 - £44,075

Location: Barrow in Furness, Cumbria

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: IT

Job Role: Administrator