Six reasons to work for Neath Port Talbot Council
1. Many different routes to entry
NPT Council has many entries to work aimed at supporting as many people as possible. Just some of the ways you can start your career include: • Guaranteed interview schemes for disabled and Armed Forces Veteran applicants who meet the essential criteria • An apprenticeship which allows you to
earn while you learn • An internship or work experience which gives you the chance to learn more about a role or field • A traineeship which offers you a Level 1 qualification or a Bridge to Employment programme providing opportunities to progress to an apprenticeship • A Return to Work programme to help those returning to work in social services, health and housing • Applying for an open job 2. Opportunities to grow
and develop At NPT Council you’ll have access to a full range of learning and development opportunities. From courses on wellbeing, digital skills and health and safety through to confidence building, team leading and customer service skills; courses are available to all staff, including those who are not office based. Apprenticeships are also available across a wide range of job areas including: • Business Administration • Customer Services • Carpentry • Electrical Engineering • ICT • Health and Social Care
3. A forward-thinking environment
NPT Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. From day one, you’ll feel accepted and valued at Team NPT. The council is a ‘Disability Confident’ and ‘Fair Play’ employer which welcomes applications from all people no matter what their background, identity or life experiences. Plus, the council is developing an Anti Racism Strategy and has established an Ethnic Minority Employee Network.
4. Work life balance
NPT Council is committed to helping you to find the balance that suits you by offering various forms of flexible working including: • Flexitime scheme (for certain jobs) • Reduced hours working • Compressed hours scheme • Job shares • Hybrid working • Parental leave • Term-time working • Time off for dependents • Special leave scheme • Flexible retirement • Carer’s policy
5. Competitive salaries and benefits
Jobs at NPT Council offer competitive salaries and some amazing benefits including: • Generous annual leave allowance • Generous pension via the Local
Government Pension scheme • Hybrid working opportunities for some
jobs • Relocation scheme to help with costs if
you’re moving to NPT • Cycle to Work scheme • Discounted gym membership • Car allowance for those who use their
car for council business • The opportunity to become a paying member of the Staff Health & Wellbeing Group and access staff discounts and offers • Tax free childcare vouchers
6. Help your local community
Many people who work for NPT Council also live in the county borough and use council services. Working for your local council means you get to give back and make a meaningful impact in your local community – bringing your opinions and perspectives as a local resident as well as an employee and working to make Neath Port Talbot a great place to live, work and visit.