Local Government

Local Government is one of the largest employers in England, employing over 2.1 million people. And the careers available in this sector are diverse and varied, offering positions to suit all abilities and backgrounds.

Local Governement is the collective term for local councils. You may also sometimes hear them referred to as local authorities. Local Councils are made up of councillors who are voted by the public in local elections and council staff who deliver services. In the UK there are 8 different types of council including County Councils, District Councils, Borough Councils and Metropolitan Councils.

Careers in education, jobs in leisure, positions in social services, surveying, IT, personnel and legal; the list is a long one! In fact, an estimated 400 occupations and thousands of different job titles exist - 58% of jobs in Local Government are in education, 14% in social services and 8% in corporate functions.