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[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

⏰Closing soon!

Part Time Building Control Surveyor
(Wednesday afternoon, all day Thursday and Friday)

💠 Council Offices, Clitheroe
💠 Salary: £39,862 to £42,839 pro rata
💠 Closing date: Monday 12 January 2026

The post holder will work in a picturesque rural borough and help to ensure new buildings, alterations, installations and extensions meet the regulatory standards of safety, sustainability, accessibility and design.

You will be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a Class 2a (minimum) Building Inspector, and have a relevant degree and a minimum 2 years’ experience in a Building Control section.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.

Find out more and apply here ⬇️
https://t.co/YAKdKxtwJy

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

✅ Refuse collections are back to normal from today.
🌲 If you're disposing of a real Christmas tree then please chop it up and place inside your green bin.

If you're not on the green bin service then it should be tied up and left with your burgundy bin or lilac sacks. They can also be taken to the household waste recycling centres in Clitheroe and Longridge.

#refuse #recycle #bins

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

🍊 Add some zest to your new year with Clitheroe Market.
Open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/bu8KxZmsSy

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

⏰Closing soon!

Planning Policy Lead

💠 Council Offices, Clitheroe
💠 Salary: £46,142 to £49,282
💠 Closing date: Thursday 8 January 2026

With our new Local Plan heading for submission in 2026 we’re excited to offer a permanent position for a highly motivated and experienced planning professional, to join a multi-disciplinary team dealing with planning policy, housing, economic development, and community partnerships. As part of this varied and rewarding position, you’ll lead the Planning Policy team in playing a critical role in shaping how our communities evolve, balancing growth, sustainability, and great place-making through the preparation and implementation of the Local Plan and other planning policy documents.

The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and full membership of the RTPI. You will have a high level of experience in planning policy, particularly in relation to local plans; an ability to support and develop junior officers; and be a keen collaborator and team player.

If you wish to join an enjoyable yet challenging working environment that forms part of an organisation committed to making a real difference for the community that we serve, then we want to hear from you.

Find out more and apply here ⬇️
https://t.co/YQ2gImy6W0

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

🎆🎊 Clitheroe Market has all the local produce you need for an extra special New Years.
Open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/bu8KxZmsSy

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

🧀 You might not be sure what day it is but you can be sure that there's always room for a little more cheese.
Clitheroe Market - Open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/Vbd3xUHODG

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

🦌🎅 Don't forget a fresh carrot for Rudolph!

From stocking stuffers to sweet treats or a festive roast with all the trimmings, Clitheroe Market's open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/Vbd3xUHODG

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

🎄 Make sure that mischievous elf doesn't ruin Christmas. Get all your last minute essentials at Clitheroe Market.
🎁 We're also open tomorrow for Christmas Eve!

From stocking stuffers to sweet treats or a festive roast with all the trimmings, we're open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/Vbd3xUHODG

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

Accounting Technician Apprentice

💠 Council Offices, Clitheroe
💠 Salary: National Minimum Wage for Apprentices*
💠 Closing date: Sunday 25 January 2026

We have an amazing career opportunity to study for the highly valued Association of Accounting Technicians qualification (AAT).

The post is a fully funded training opportunity, meaning that we will pay for all your training costs. We will also provide you with on-the-job work experience, which will ultimately help you qualify as an Accounting Technician.

In addition, you will be paid throughout your time with us, allowing you to earn while studying for a widely recognised professional qualification.

You will be fully involved in many aspects of accountancy including budgeting and the final accounts process, and also with many tasks within our payments team.

Join us to receive a host of benefits such as flexible working hours (flexitime scheme in operation), generous leave entitlement, occupational pension scheme and training/development opportunities.

* Apprentices are entitled to the apprentice rate (£7.55 per hour) regardless of age. After the first year the rates are: Aged 21 and above (£12.21 per hour). Aged 18-20 (£10 per hour). Aged under 18 (£7.55 per hour).

Find out more and apply here ⬇️
https://t.co/mja2XnEXvm

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

Council offices and our contact centre will close at 5pm Wednesday 24 December and re-open at 9am Monday 5 January 2026 (8.45am for telephone calls to 01200 425111).

Many services such as bill payments and reporting services can be done via our website.

During this time if you find yourself in an extreme circumstance, where there's an immediate threat to health and safety, please use our emergency phone number 01200 444448.

Ribblesdale Pool, Clitheroe Market and Platform Gallery have their own festive arrangements – check link below for further details ⬇️

https://t.co/r2mevPbPuA

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

✨ We've nearly made it, it's the weekend before Christmas. So why not treat yourself with a selection of mouth-watering goodies from local bakers?
🤩 There's even free parking this Saturday!

From stocking stuffers to sweet treats or a festive roast with all the trimmings, Clitheroe Market's open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/Vbd3xUHODG

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

📣 We're hiring!

Planning Policy Lead - Closing Date: 8 January 2026

Building Control Surveyor - Closing Date: 12 January 2026

Part Time Building Control Surveyor - Closing Date: 12 January 2026

Independent Persons - Closing Date: 14 January 2026

Housing Needs Officer (Monday and Tuesday, Wednesday mornings) - Closing Date: 21 January 2026

More details of all our current vacancies ⬇️
https://t.co/MOLCvumshs

#vacancies #hiring

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

😋 Christmas just isn’t the same without these festive favourites. And you're spoilt for choice on Clitheroe Market.

From stocking stuffers to sweet treats or a festive roast with all the trimmings, we're open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/Vbd3xUHODG

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

🥧 'Tis the season for mince pies at Clitheroe Market.

From stocking stuffers to sweet treats or a festive roast with all the trimmings, we're open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/Vbd3xUHODG

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

Part Time Building Control Surveyor
(Wednesday afternoon, all day Thursday and Friday)

💠 Council Offices, Clitheroe
💠 Salary: £39,862 to £42,839 pro rata
💠 Closing date: Monday 12 January 2026

The post holder will work in a picturesque rural borough and help to ensure new buildings, alterations, installations and extensions meet the regulatory standards of safety, sustainability, accessibility and design.

You will be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a Class 2a (minimum) Building Inspector, and have a relevant degree and a minimum 2 years’ experience in a Building Control section.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.

Find out more and apply here ⬇️
https://t.co/YAKdKxtwJy

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

Building Control Surveyor

💠 Council Offices, Clitheroe
💠 Salary: £39,862 to £42,839
💠 Closing date: Monday 12 January 2026

The post holder will work in a picturesque rural borough and help to ensure new buildings, alterations, installations and extensions meet the regulatory standards of safety, sustainability, accessibility and design.

You will be registered with the Building Safety Regulator as a Class 2a (minimum) Building Inspector, and have a relevant degree and a minimum 2 years’ experience in a Building Control section.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.

Find out more and apply here ⬇️
https://t.co/nw9WE4shfx

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

🎁 Get a taste of Christmas at Clitheroe Market. And parking is free this Saturday! 🎁

From stocking stuffers to sweet treats or a festive roast with all the trimmings, we're open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/Vbd3xUHODG

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

Housing Needs Officer (Job Share)

💠 Location: Council Offices, Clitheroe
💠 Salary: £30,518 to £32,061 per annum pro rata
💠 Hours: 18.5 Hours Per Week (All day Monday and Tuesday, Wednesday mornings)
💠 Closing date: Wednesday 21 January 2026

The council is looking to appoint a part time Housing Needs Officer (HNO). The primary role is to advise and assist households at risk of homelessness. The council offers a range of initiatives to prevent homelessness and the HNO’s role will be to deliver these schemes. The post involves making home visits, inspecting properties and interviewing households. The service offers daily appointments or over the phone advice and assistance, which then requires follow up casework by the HNO.

The role involves partnership working with housing providers, care/support providers, probation service, mental health services and many other agencies.

Excellent communication skills and a clear understanding of homelessness legislation are essential.

Find out more and apply here ⬇️
https://t.co/BAZG4mN43p

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

Applications for the council's Voluntary Organisation Grants are now open.
The scheme provides valuable financial assistance to voluntary and not-for-profit organisations delivering services or activities that benefit the borough’s residents.

Eligible organisations are invited to submit applications in line with the criteria and guidance in the link below ⬇️
https://t.co/CE1z1BaaYS

#voluntaryorganisations #ribblevalley #communities

[Ribble Valley BC @RibbleValleyBC]

🍫 Satisfy sweet tooths throughout the whole of the festive period at Clitheroe Market.

From stocking stuffers to sweet treats or a festive roast with all the trimmings, we're open today between 9am and 4pm.

Want your own stall on Clitheroe Market?

Start your journey today ⬇️
https://t.co/Vbd3xUHODG

#market #shoplocal #ClitheroeMarket