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Work experience charter

We're committed to offering consistently high-quality work experience placements.


We will:

  • tailor the placement to your needs and circumstances
  • take into account the skills you want to develop, the barriers you face and your career aspirations
  • ensure our expectations of you are clear and that you're supported, supervised and mentored by experienced managers
  • treat you fairly and as an active member of staff
  • help you learn and develop transferrable skills, personal qualities and competencies to make you attractive to future employers
  • celebrate your success and encourage you to become more positive and confident in your abilities
  • encourage you to relate your experiences and skills to the workplace so that you're able to make a more informed decision about your future
  • give open and honest feedback with advice on what went well and what needs to be improved

You will:

  • let us know your expectations of the placement
  • show an interest in the organisation and a career in local government
  • make the most of the opportunity by demonstrating a willingness to learn, respecting the values of the organisation and abiding by the rules