Location: Knowsley, Merseyside
About the Opportunity
Knowsley Council is an award-winning Local Authority, named Local Authority of the Year at the Municipal Journal Awards 2024.
We are looking for driven and passionate people to join us, deliver real benefits for our residents and businesses and become part of the Knowsley Journey.
With a wide range of vacancies across the Council and its services, there are opportunities for people at different stages of their careers – whether you’re looking to start out, develop your experience or take your next step.
Is Knowsley the place for your next step?
Why Work for Knowsley Council?
Knowsley Council is committed to creating a positive working environment where people can develop, contribute and make a difference.
As an accredited employer under the
Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter,
we are committed to the principles of fair employment and dedicated to providing a healthy, fair, inclusive and just workplace.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer that values:
- Diversity
- Innovation
- Collaboration
- Learning and development
- Fair and inclusive employment
We invest in our people and aim to create opportunities for colleagues to thrive and develop.
A Career That Makes a Difference
Working for Knowsley Council means being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of everything it does. Our teams deliver services that support local residents, families, businesses and communities across the borough. Whatever your role, you can play a part in delivering excellent services and helping to make Knowsley a great place to live and work.
What Opportunities Are Available?
Knowsley Council offers a diverse range of roles across the organisation.
Current opportunities can include positions across areas such as:
- Adult Social Care
- Children’s Social Care
- Customer services
- Administration
- Finance
- Digital and technology
- Environmental services
- Community services
- Planning and development
- Professional and specialist services
The opportunities available change regularly, so check the vacancies page to see what is currently being recruited for.
Knowsley also offers school vacancies, apprenticeships and other employment and training opportunities through the
Yes Knowsley
programme. (Knowsley Council)
Develop Your Skills and Career
Whether you are starting your career or looking to progress, Knowsley provides opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and experience.
Depending on the role, you may have access to:
- Training and development opportunities
- Opportunities to build your professional experience
- Career progression
- Support to develop new skills
- Opportunities to work collaboratively with experienced colleagues
- A range of employee benefits and family-friendly policies
Knowsley Council’s careers offer is designed to support people to develop professionally while maintaining a positive work-life balance. (Knowsley Council)
Who Could This Be For?
There are opportunities for people with different skills, experience and career ambitions.
This opportunity could be suitable if you are looking for your first job, returning to work, looking for a change of direction, interested in working in local government, looking to develop your existing experience, interested in an apprenticeship, or ready to take the next step in your career.
Each vacancy has its own requirements, so make sure you read the job description and person specification before applying.
Supporting You Into Work
If you are accessing this opportunity through Connects, additional support may be available to help you explore roles and prepare for the recruitment process.
This could include:
- Identifying suitable vacancies
- Understanding job descriptions and person specifications
- Support with completing an application
- CV support
- Interview preparation
- Guaranteed interview
- Understanding the recruitment process
- Building confidence before applying
Your adviser can help you understand the opportunities available and identify roles that may be suitable for your skills, experience and career goals.
Explore Current Opportunities
Knowsley Council has a wide range of vacancies available.
Take a look at the current opportunities and find out whether there is a role for you.
Find Out More
Yes Knowsley – Jobs, apprenticeships and training
Through Yes Knowsley, you can explore Council vacancies, school vacancies, Adult and Children’s Social Care opportunities, Knowsley Works and apprenticeships.
Liverpool City Region Fair Employment Charter
Ready to Take Your Next Step?
Say Yes to Knowsley.
Explore the opportunities available and find out where a career with Knowsley Council could take you.
If you apply for this opportunity through Connects, please quote “Connects” when applying.
