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.