North Yorkshire Council launches career recruitment drive

North Yorkshire Council Offers Diverse Job Opportunities

North Yorkshire Council provides essential services in England’s largest county. The council supports residents at every stage of life. Roles include working with children who have special educational needs and assisting over 3,500 people in residential and nursing care. The council also operates 16 leisure and wellbeing hubs.

Job opportunities are available in cultural and arts services. This includes community museums, libraries, and venues like Scarborough Open Air Theatre. The theatre hosted performances from major artists such as Will Smith, Gary Barlow, and The Corrs in 2025.

The council employs skilled tradespeople, including plumbers, joiners, and electricians. Engineers and planners help shape the infrastructure of towns and villages. Environmental roles focus on waste collection, recycling, carbon reduction initiatives, and business support through trading standards and economic development.

In addition to frontline roles, there are careers in finance, technology, human resources, legal services, procurement, and business administration. The council’s technology service is also part of a national campaign.

Over the past year, more than 3,700 vacancies were advertised across over 1,000 different job roles. On average, 310 positions were available each month.

Council Leader Highlights Importance of Recruitment

North Yorkshire Council leader Cllr Carl Les stated that the campaign is vital for attracting new talent. He said, “From care workers to electricians, curators to group exercise instructors, and engineers to accountants, it takes a wide range of skills and expertise to deliver the services residents rely on every day.”

He added, “We offer competitive pay, generous annual leave, pension contributions, and flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance.”

Employee Experiences

Mental health social worker Kashmir Kaur has worked for the council for 11 years. She said local government allows her to make a meaningful difference close to home. “My career aligns with my values of fairness, inclusion, and empowerment,” she stated.

Kaur added, “The most rewarding part of my job is seeing the positive impact of my support when people regain confidence or access the help they need.”

Julie Turner, a senior engineer in transport and development, expressed pride in improving safety and accessibility across the county. She also mentors colleagues to gain professional qualifications. “I like knowing I’ve helped communities move around safely,” she said.

Turner noted, “There are so many career paths in local government, and opportunities to move and develop once you’re in.”

Challenges in Recruitment

With over nine in 10 councils nationally facing recruitment and retention challenges, North Yorkshire Council’s chief executive Richard Flinton emphasized the need to attract the right people. “We’re seeking passionate individuals to join our teams and provide vital services across our diverse county,” he said.

Flinton concluded, “We are an inclusive employer, and our workforce reflects the communities we serve.”