Councils

Explore pay and career calculators for Councils. Pick your role below to see pay progression, promotion timing, part-time impact, allowances, career breaks and take-home pay.

Roles

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Admin Officer Director Environmental Health Officer Head of Service Librarian Planning Officer Revenues / Benefits Officer Senior Social Worker Service Manager Social Worker Team Manager

About Councils

What are councils?

Councils (local authorities) run local services such as education, social care, housing, planning, roads, libraries and waste. They employ a wide mix of roles, from frontline and professional to support and management. Many staff are on NJC or similar national pay spines.

Is it a rewarding career?

Lots of people value the chance to make a difference in their local area. You get structured pay, often good leave and pensions, and a variety of roles. Budget pressures can mean tight teams and change, so resilience and flexibility help.

What kind of work do you do?

It depends on the service. You could be in social work, planning, revenues, libraries, HR, or highways. Roles range from entry level to senior management. Part time and flexible working are often available. Check your council’s job pages and contract for the detail.