Working For Us

Join the team

We are here to make a difference in our communities. Our people are the ones who bring this mission to life.

We are driven by a shared commitment to make a positive impact for our residents, businesses and visitors. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate and purpose-driven community, working together to create meaningful change.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Hybrid Working We will support you to work wherever you can get the job done, at work or home

Generous Leave Entitlement

Generous Leave Entitlement Up to 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown

Flexible Working

Flexible Working Where we can, we will support you to work flexibly including being able to use flexi time

Free Parking

Free Parking Free parking at South Ribble buildings and a parking permit for long stay Chorley Council car parks

Shopping Discounts

Shopping Discounts Get cashback on brands you love with access to an exclusive Cashback and Voucher website.

Discounts at local venues including 10% off Reel Cinema and Escape Entertainment Chorley

Health Care Cash Plan

Health Care Cash Plan Provides cashback on a variety of medical treatment including Dental, Optician and other health appointments

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme Provides an opportunity to access monthly fixed prices on a new car through an inclusive motoring package which is paid directly out of your salary

Gym Discounts

Gym Discounts 30% discount at Chorley Leisure Centres and South Ribble Leisure Centres or 12 months membership for the price of 9 months

Relocation Packages

Relocation Packages For some roles, if you’re moving to take a job with us, we will support you with a generous relocation support package

L&D Opportunities

L&D Opportunities We provide a range of training and learning opportunities to help you develop in your role

Health and Wellbeing Support

Health and Wellbeing Support Access to our Health and Wellbeing Hub, and wellbeing events including Mindfulness and Yoga sessions

Local Government Pension Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme You are automatically enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). As a member, you will have exclusive access to salary sacrifice Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions and life cover

Cycle Scheme

Cycle Scheme You can purchase a bike and accessories up to the value of £2,500 via salary sacrifice

Family Friendly Policies

Family Friendly Policies We are proud to be an ‘Employer with Heart’ with ‘The Smallest Things’ charity, pledging to support staff whose babies are born prematurely.

Our family policies are designed to provide support for you and your family

Long Service Awards

Long Service Awards Get an extra 5 days annual leave with long service with the Council

Armed Forces Covenant

Armed Forces Covenant We are a ‘forces friendly’ Council and proud to hold the Gold Award. Our Reservist Policy supports and promotes Reservist membership without having to sacrifice more valuable time with their families

Our Values

Customer Focused

We listen to our communities, keeping them informed about the things that matter most to them and providing a professional and responsive service.

Forward Thinking

We solve difficult problems by being adaptable, resilient, and innovative.

Working Together

We are focused on achieving our collective goals as an organisation and we support our colleagues to deliver excellent services.

Making a Difference

We make a positive difference for our communities by being helpful and going the extra mile.

Delivering Quality Services

We strive for quality in everything we do, making sure the people of Chorley and South Ribble get the best outcome.