SOTCC Recruitment – SoTCC Recruitment

Working for Stoke‑on‑Trent City Council provides much more than simply employment; it is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the lives of individuals and the wider community across Stoke‑on‑Trent. By joining team stoke, you’ll become part of a dedicated team committed to improving local services, supporting residents, and shaping the future of the city.

Every role, whether front-line or behind the scenes, plays a vital part in delivering positive change and fostering a sense of pride and belonging. The council values the unique skills and perspectives each employee brings, encouraging personal growth and professional development while working together to create a lasting impact for generations to come.

Why work for us

"We are committed to delivering our ambitious programme for transforming and improving the aspirations and opportunities for all those who live and work in Stoke-on-Trent.

"We are a city of strengths with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on-Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision - and in return we offer a range of benefits from a generous Pension scheme and Flexible working through to Staff discounts and apprenticeships.

"If you’re ambitious and forward-thinking, Stoke-on-Trent City Council could be the perfect place for you."

- Jon Rouse CBE, Chief Executive

Supporting you

Our city’s cultural diversity is one of the many reasons Stoke‑on‑Trent is such a vibrant and distinctive place. As an employer, we remain committed to advancing our equality, diversity and inclusion ambitions, recognising the real value of a workforce that reflects our communities and embraces difference. Vibrancy and diversity are two of our greatest assets, and a city founded on creative endeavour should celebrate the multitude of voices, ideas and identities that shape its culture.

We are dedicated to creating a truly inclusive environment where all colleagues feel valued, listened to, supported and empowered to be their authentic selves at work. This means recruiting from the widest possible talent pools, fostering innovation and high performance, and actively removing barriers that prevent people from thriving. We support flexible and inclusive working practices and ensure that our decisions and policies nurture and empower communities across our city, avoiding any unintended disadvantages to the groups and individuals we serve.

Our approach to equality and diversity is an open invitation to all our communities to work with us and for us, helping us continuously improve the services our residents need and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute, succeed and thrive.

Our commitment to you

At Stoke‑on‑Trent City Council, our commitment to you goes far beyond the work you do. We’re dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive and rewarding environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally.

We offer flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work–life balance, including family‑friendly leave, fostering support and adaptable working options. Your health and wellbeing are central to our offer, with access to confidential counselling, physical and mental health resources, discounted fitness opportunities and our Cycle to Work scheme.

Your long‑term security also matters to us. That’s why we provide competitive pay, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, and additional ways to strengthen your financial future through salary‑sacrifice savings, AVCs and lifestyle discounts.

We’re committed to investing in your growth, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities including apprenticeships, management programmes and flexible training designed to build confidence and support your career progression.

We’re proud of our diverse workforce, and through our staff networks we ensure every colleague feels represented, connected and empowered - whether through LGBTQIA+ support, disability and neurodiversity inclusion, ethnic diversity, menopause awareness or early‑career development.

To help you rest and recharge, we provide generous annual leave, with additional days for long service and the option to purchase extra leave when needed.

Finally, our wider benefits package - from car and home‑tech salary sacrifice schemes to health cash plans, will‑writing services and everyday lifestyle savings - reflects our commitment to supporting your wellbeing, financial stability and enjoyment of life.

Our Values

We are community focused

Empowerment

We use our powers, resources and the expertise of our dedicated workforce to benefit the communities we serve.

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We believe in working with residents, not simply for them — enabling people to contribute to decisions that shape their lives, neighbourhoods and opportunities. Through empowerment, we nurture active citizenship, community pride and meaningful engagement.

We are kind and compassionate

Empathy

We provide help and support without judgement, ensuring people feel heard, respected and valued.

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Empathy means listening to our communities, seeking their views, and allowing those lived experiences to shape our services. Compassion underpins how we respond to need, challenge inequality and promote dignity for all.

We are responsible

Stewardship

We take ownership of our commitments and deliver them with integrity.

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Stewardship means using public resources wisely, being accountable for our decisions, and continuously striving to do better. We honour the trust placed in us with professionalism, honesty and fiscal responsibility.

We are proud of our city

Representation

We champion Stoke-on-Trent — celebrating its heritage, strengths, culture and potential.

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We nurture civic pride and speak confidently about innovation, creativity and resilience in our communities. We also acknowledge and address local challenges to ensure our advocacy is authentic and balanced. We are #TeamStoke.

We are team players

Partnership

We work collaboratively with partners across sectors, regions and communities.

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By forging strong relationships, we combine strengths, knowledge and resources to create better outcomes for the city. Partnership is a mindset of shared ambition, mutual support and collective impact.

We are candid and curious

Openness

We face challenges honestly and share what we are doing, why, and how progress is measured.

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We welcome new ideas, explore better ways of working, and embrace learning. Curiosity drives improvement, innovation and a willingness to adapt for the benefit of our residents.