Career development
There is a range of opportunities for developing careers in the
council. We offer excellent
training and personal development is encouraged.
We support our employees to reach their career goals.
Secondments and exchanges
Secondments provide staff with the opportunity of
working in another section, department or organisation to gain new
skills and experience.
Day release
Employees wishing to study may be supported through day
release and could be eligible for financial support. This includes
full or part-time, short courses and open and distance learning
courses. The purpose of the training must meet both business and
personal objectives.
Study leave
We provide up to five days paid leave to prepare
for approved examinations.
Loans
Where financial support cannot be given (or is not
available) employees may apply for a council career development
loan.
Projects
You can join one of our project teams and gain
experience working with colleagues from other departments on areas
of work you would not normally be involved in.
Some examples of our project teams are:
-
First Impressions: maximising recruitment opportunities
and ensuring a favourable corporate image is projected to new
entrants
- Diversity action team: to ensure the council meets its duties under the Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000 and to promote equality and diversity in the workforce and the community.