Work Experience is a placement with an employer; this experience can offer many benefits and opportunities. It can enhance your knowledge and understanding and prepare you for the world of work.
Stafford Borough Council are proud to be associated with Business Staffordshire Education, and for the second year running been awarded for our outstanding contribution to the delivery of high quality Work Experience Placements.
| Service Areas | Covering |
| Culture and Leisure | Cultural Services (Castle, High House), Events, Stafford Gatehouse Theatre, Stafford Leisure Centre, Westbridge, Alleynes, Sports Development, Play and Open Space Management |
| Economic Development and Regeneration | Economic Development, Town Centre Management |
| Environmental and Health | Environmental Health, Accident Prevention, Pest Control, Waste Management, Recycling, Licensing, Streetscene, Riverway Nursery |
| Finance and Revenues | Accounting, Financial Control, Budget Monitoring |
| Law and Administration | Democratic Services, Elections, Corporate Support, Members, Business Administration, Post Room |
| Planning | Building Control, Conservation, Planning Applications |
| Policy and Improvement | Customer Contact Centre, Performance Management, Web Maintenance, Sustainability, Community Safety, Graphic Design, Public Relations |
| Technology | Helpdesk, Server and PC Maintenance |
1. If you are interested in a placement but not sure which area would be suitable, please see above for a list of our service area’s. For more information about individual service areas please check out our website.
2. When you have done your research and have decided on your placement please send your request to:
Marcia Blencowe,
Learning and Development,
Stafford Borough Council,
Civic Centre,
Riverside,
Stafford,
ST16 3QA
Alternatively you can email your request to mblencowe@staffordbc.gov.uk.
Please make sure that your request letter has the following:
3. After your request has been received, it can take a little while before you get a reply so please be patient.