Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

About the role

Working for Stratford-on-Avon District Council offers a role with purpose, challenging you to provide value and impact every day. You will make a meaningful difference to the lives of residents and visitors in the district, contributing to high-quality public services in one of the UK’s most scenic and historical regions.

The Council is based in the heart of William Shakespeare’s hometown, serving over 141,000 residents and millions of annual visitors. You will join a dedicated team working across a dynamic portfolio of services, empowered to utilise your skills and build relationships while representing the Council’s corporate values.

Work Environment

At Stratford-on-Avon District Council, you can expect:

• A supportive and nurturing environment that encourages personal and professional growth.
• Flexibility where possible, including hybrid working, flexi-time, and other work-life balance schemes.
• A family culture built on respect, dignity, and shared values of Integrity, Trust, Approachability, and Adaptability.
• Diversity of thought and perspectives to drive creativity and innovation.
• Trust and empowerment to take responsibility in your role.

Benefits

• Health and Wellbeing: BUPA Health expenses scheme, confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with Health Line, Elderly Care Support, and telephone counselling. Supportive sick pay scheme.
• Training and Development: Access to further training, career progression opportunities, and online digital training platforms.
• Discounts and Savings: Everyone Active Gym Membership scheme, Kaarp Benefits scheme, and salary sacrifice options. Professional subscription fees paid.
• Annual Leave: 25 days basic entitlement, 8 Bank Holidays, and 3 extra statutory days during Christmas. Additional leave accrued for 5, 10, 15, and 20 years of continuous service.
• Volunteering Leave: Up to 37 hours paid leave linked to career development and up to 15 hours for non-career-related volunteering.
• Eye-Care Vouchers: Discount vouchers for eye tests and consultations.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid working (minimum 40% office time), agile working, and homeworking options (role dependent).
• Parking: Free town centre office parking.
• Pension: Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme (Career Average Scheme).
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Up to 47% discount on a new bike and accessories.

Values and Inclusion

The Council is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. Our ambition is to be the most inclusive local authority employer in the UK, built on four key values: Integrity, Trust, Approachability, and Adaptability.

We are a Disability Confident Employer, offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme, and are a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. Diversity of thought and perspectives is encouraged to drive creativity and innovation.