Neath Port Talbot Council launches biggest ever recruitment drive

NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL HAS LAUNCHED ITS BIGGEST EVER RECRUITMENT DRIVE WITH VACANCIES AVAILABLE ACROSS THE ORGANISATION

The council, which employs around 6,500 colleagues and has three main offices in Baglan, Neath and Port Talbot, is looking to fill vacancies at all levels with full and part time roles with flexible working hours available. Jobs on offer include Home Carers, School Kitchen Assistants, School Cleaners, Social Workers and other roles in social care. There are also many other posts available, all of which can be seen on the council’s recruitment pages at www.npt.gov. uk/jobs. Sheenagh Rees, Head of People and Organisational Development at Neath Port Talbot Council, said: “This is a great opportunity to kick start a new or existing career joining one of the most forward-thinking councils in Wales. “Working in the council can be a really rewarding experience and provide opportunities to all. We are currently searching for new colleagues who have a passion for public service, a real desire to succeed and want a career pathway. In return we will provide training and development opportunities, line management support and for those who want it, a dedicated career path. “Whether you’re just starting to think about your career options, searching for your first job, looking for a change of career or wish to return to work following a break, our entry to work routes aim to support everyone. We offer apprenticeships, traineeships, return to work programmes, and guaranteed interview schemes for disabled and armed forces veteran applicants who meet the essential criteria. “Once you become part of Team NPT, we’ll work with you to ensure the right opportunities are available as you develop and grow. You’ll have the flexibility to move into different areas of the council. With us you’ll be able to build a rewarding and successful career”. Neath Port Talbot Council is part of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions. The council also offers an exceptional flexible working policy to help enhance the work life balance of all employees. It also offers salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work and Tax Free Childcare Vouchers. Sheenagh Rees continued: “We are committed to helping our colleagues find the balance that suits them. We offer various forms of flexible working including time off for dependants, compressed working hours, term-time working, parental leave, job share, reduced hours and career breaks. This means that no matter what your circumstances and commitments outside of work, we have policies in place to support you. “NPT really is a great place to work, with a brilliant culture. We have many colleagues who have worked here for their whole career. There are opportunities available right now for all abilities, skillsets and levels of experience. Now is the time to take a look at the variety of jobs on offer and the terrific career opportunities that can be enjoyed by becoming part of Team NPT.” All job vacancies at Neath Port Talbot Council are listed on their website which also has more information on working for the council. To view and apply, please visit www.npt.gov.uk/jobs