Jobs

Why choose us?

At Barnsley Council, you can start a career that makes a real difference to people's lives, helping everyone be the best they can be.

We're one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and we're proud to have been crowned council of the year - not once, but twice. We became the first council to win the two most prestigious prizes in local government in the same year.

But we're not stopping there. We're a bold, ambitious council, about to embark on the next leg of our exciting journey. We have a strong shared vision for Barnsley 2030, and we're working together to make Barnsley the place of possibilities. 

There are lots of exciting changes happening in our borough, and your talent and skills will help us to really make a difference. If you want to join a forward-thinking and exciting organisation who'll support you to grow your skills and develop a rewarding career, choose Barnsley. We'd love you to join us.