Jobs, apprenticeships and volunteering

Wyre Forest District Council came into being in 1974 as a result of the reorganisation of Local Government and is one of six districts in Worcestershire.

Whatever your role within Wyre Forest District Council, every day you will be working to benefit people living in the area. The District is a mix of urban rural and market and riverside town communities covering 195 square kilometres. The three main towns of Kidderminster, Bewdley and Stourport-on-Severn and several surrounding villages including Arley, Rock, Chaddesley Corbett and Wolverley make up the district. Around 98,000 people live here and you can help shape our district’s future as part of a workforce that makes a difference.

Kidderminster, the largest town in the district, is approximately 20 miles from Birmingham and Worcester and has good road and rail links to most major towns. The area's semi rural, yet central location makes the whole district an attractive location in which to both live and work. We also work in partnership with a number of voluntary organisations and other local authorities such as county, district and parish councils. We employ approximately 390 employees and manage a net revenue budget of £12.8 million.

Quality, professionalism and commitment are the key drivers of the services we offer to enhance the quality of life of local residents and visitors to the district. In order to maintain high standards it is necessary to have a diverse workforce which is highly competent and experienced. It focuses on making sure the services we offer meet the aspirations and needs of our local community.

More information on seeking employment with us

You can also sign-up to hear about our latest job vacancies by subscribing to our weekly jobs bulletin. Every Wednesday, subscribers receive an email updating them on all our current job opportunities.

Applications are invited from members of the public for vacancies on the following panel: Independent panel on the review of councillors' allowances.

Working for us

At Wyre Forest District Council we rely on good people to perform well within a challenging social and economic environment, and we will reward them accordingly. Working for us you can expect to enjoy a range of learning and development opportunities designed to enhance you in your role. Our excellent benefits include a competitive salary and pension scheme, favourable holiday entitlements, and mobile and flexible working options.

People depend on us - every day we provide essential services across the district which make a real difference to residents’ lives. That’s why we need people we can depend on too.

We value all of our colleagues and work with them to develop their skills. If you would like to join a supportive team and you’re ready to play your part, take a look at what we offer:

Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase more
Bank holiday entitlement plus two additional statutory days
Local Government Pension Scheme
Free parking at Wyre Forest House
Favourable mileage allowance
Mobile and flexible working options
Employee Assistance Programme
Occupational health
Counselling services
Learning and development opportunities
Discounted leisure centre membership
Optional health cash plan subscription

"Wyre Forest is a network of thriving and confident communities, which minimise their impact on the environment, where people have a decent and affordable home, feel safe and enjoy a good quality of life."

Our vision is underpinned by the following values which lie at the heart of everything we do. We will:

Be honest
Invest in our workforce
Be supportive

See how we use our values to recruit.

Our priorities represent what we want to achieve for the social, economic and environmental well-being of the district, they are:

A safe, clean and green living environment
Supporting a successful local economy

See more in our corporate plan 2021 - 2023

Do you want the opportunity to earn as you learn? Have you considered an apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship with Wyre Forest District Council will give you the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification, with ‘hand-on’ experience in the workplace.

Information on apprenticeships

Looking for an apprenticeship? Search apprenticeships available by visiting the GOV.Uk website

What to volunteer with us? We have volunteering opportunities at our various nature reserves and parks.

Interested in volunteering at one of our nature reserves? See our Ranger Service volunteering opportunities.

Or are you interested in volunteering at one of the parks across the district or at Bewdley Museum?

See our parks volunteering opportunities for more information.

Visit Bewdley Museum for more information on their volunteering opportunities.

Or are you interested in volunteering in the community? Then take a look at our volunteering in community page.

Do you take pride in and love where you live and what to improve how it looks? Volunteering to become a community litter picker has many benefits, such as:

improving the cleanliness of your community
making a positive difference in your community
making new friends

Would you like to experience the world of work here at Wyre Forest District Council?

Download our work experience placement application form.

Please note all our job vacancies are advertised on WM Jobs. You are able to view and apply for our vacancies on WM Jobs website.

Please note “Wyre Forest District Council will only accept direct applications from individuals, the authority will not be liable to make any payment to third parties or agents who submit applications on behalf of clients”

Due to the current pandemic interviews for our vacancies will be held virtually. If you are successful in being selected for an interview, we shall contact you shortly after the closing date to confirm the arrangements.

If you have any other queries, require further information or help please email, call us 01562 732721 or complete the form below.

Jobs and careers contact

Please note all our job vacancies are advertised on www.wmjobs.co.uk along with any associated information and application forms. If you have any other queries please complete the form below.