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WORKING AT

HYNDBURN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Working for Hyndburn
Borough Council

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Application
Guidance Notes

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Recruitment and
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WHY WORK FOR HYNDBURN BOROUGH COUNCIL?

Do you want to work in a vibrant place at the heart of Pennine Lancashire that boasts a rich history and a promising future full of opportunities?

Hyndburn Borough Council is at the forefront of an incredible transformation. The borough, comprising of Accrington and the surrounding market towns, is currently experiencing unprecedented levels of regeneration that is delivering real and substantial improvements to our quality of life.

As the borough flourishes, so does our dedication to providing local services that make a real difference to the lives of our residents, whom we are proud to serve.

OUR VISIONS AND VALUES

Our vision is to create an ambitious and sustainable future for Hyndburn. We believe that diversity is our greatest asset. We embrace and celebrate the unique contributions of individuals from all backgrounds, ensuring an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone. Your ideas, perspectives, and experiences matter here.

Our People Strategy supports us in having a workplace where people can thrive. This enables us to deliver efficient and customer-focused services for the people of Hyndburn. All our work is underpinned by our values:

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Customer Focus

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Integrity

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Positive Attitude

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Teamwork

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

We believe in fostering a culture of well-being where people can truly flourish and develop, where they are supported to do great work.  Our dedication to rewarding and empowering our team is clear through our generous package of employee benefits. We strive to ensure our staff are equipped and motivated to provide their utmost support to our community.

If you share our passion for making a genuine difference and want to be part of a team that’s driving positive change, we can’t wait to hear from you.