Jobs and working with us

Applying for a job

Select a job vacancy and apply online.

Please read the guidance notes (PDF) carefully before completing your application form.

Contact Human Resources

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Request an application form

If you would prefer an application form to be sent to you by post or email, or experience any technical difficulties applying for a position using our online application form, you can request an application form and/or details of a position by contacting Human Resources.
You will need to provide your name, address (including postcode) and the post reference. Please allow two working days for delivery keeping in mind the closing date of the post you are applying for.

Working for us

Thank you for showing an interest in working for Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council.

At Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council, we have a workforce of around 450 committed staff, delivering services to our customers – whether they are residents, business, partners, councillors or other stakeholders.

We are an employer of choice and offer a wide range of roles, at all levels. From housing, planning, legal, surveying, accounting and digital roles to refuse collectors and gardeners, we want to recruit, develop and retain highly skilled people who are committed, capable and strive to achieve the best outcomes for the borough and its residents.

Staff who have recently joined us from the public and private sectors have said at inductions that we are a ‘friendly’, ‘supportive’, ‘helpful’ and a ‘happy’ organisation.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Bill Cullen, Chief Executive

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The Corporate Plan

The Corporate Plan provides a clear idea of the council's vision, providing its main focus for service delivery planning over the next four years.

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Diverse, inclusive and safe working environment

Find out how we:

Further information:

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

As a disability confident employer we offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum essential criteria for the job as defined by Hinckley and Bosworth. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, we  may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident (GOV.UK)

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Our services and our staff

Led by the Chief Executive, Bill Cullen, and councillors, the council is structured into three key service areas:

  • Community Services
  • Environment and Planning
  • Corporate Services

Find out more about our services and staff

Apprenticeships

Did you know that the council employs apprentices?

We also provide links to other apprenticeship opportunities: 

Apprenticeships

Living and working in Hinckley

More about the borough