Working for us
Working with us means working in a diverse and flexible environment that encourages you to provide quality services to the most demanding of clients, the public.
As an employer, we provide you with an innovative, flexible, and fair working environment while giving the opportunity to make a positive effect on people's lives.
Why Work for the Council?
To make a difference!
Employees feel they are contributing to life in the community, not just making money for their employer's bottom line. They want to do something worthwhile and make a difference to people and to the environment. The Council is a caring employer whose responsibility it is to improve people's lives.
To work in a learning environment
Council wide, each department has been awarded Investors in People status. The Council is committed to developing its staff both in a formal structured way and informally on the job. Studying for qualifications is positively encouraged.
Equal opportunities and flexible working
The Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes employment applications from people from all walks of life. The Council tries to help its employees manage their time between work and home. Examples of this are flexible working hours, job share, and homeworking.
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Who Works in the Council?
There are opportunities for people of all ages. School leavers can begin work and train as they go, perhaps taking a modern apprenticeship, whilst others enter local government after taking 'A' Levels. Some enter after graduating from university and there are also opportunities for people with experience, skills and training gained from other employment.