Frequently Asked
Questions

Yes, CouncilJobs focuses exclusively on job opportunities from London's 33 borough councils. We aggregate vacancies from across all London boroughs to make it easier for you to find council roles in one place.

When you find a job you're interested in, click the 'Apply on employer site' button. This will take you directly to the council's official application page where you can complete the application process. CouncilJobs doesn't handle applications directly—we connect you with the council's own application system.

We update our job listings daily to ensure you have access to the latest opportunities across all London boroughs. New jobs are added as soon as they become available from council websites.

Yes, CouncilJobs is completely free for job seekers. There are no fees, no registration required, and no hidden costs. You can search, browse, and apply for jobs at no charge.

Currently, CouncilJobs doesn't have a save feature, but you can bookmark jobs in your browser or note down the job details. We recommend applying as soon as possible as council roles can be competitive and may close early if they receive sufficient applications.

Each job listing includes the job title, council name, location, salary range, contract type, workplace type (remote, hybrid, or office-based), and the full job description. You'll also see when the job was posted and the closing date for applications.

To post a job, visit our 'For Councils' page and get in touch with us. We'll help you set up your account and guide you through the process of posting your vacancies. You can also contact us directly to discuss your recruitment needs.

We offer flexible pricing plans to suit councils of all sizes. Our Basic plan starts at £99 per month for up to 10 live job listings, and our Standard plan is £249 per month for up to 30 listings. Contact us to discuss which plan works best for your council's recruitment needs.

No, you don't need to change anything about your existing application process. When candidates click 'Apply' on CouncilJobs, they're redirected directly to your council's official application portal. Your ATS and existing workflows remain unchanged—we only help with job discovery.

Once you submit a job listing, it typically appears on CouncilJobs within 24 hours. For urgent postings, we can expedite the process—just let us know when you contact us.

Yes, you can update or remove job listings at any time. Simply contact us with the changes you'd like to make, and we'll update the listing promptly. This ensures candidates always see accurate, up-to-date information.

CouncilJobs attracts people who are specifically interested in public sector work and council roles. Our platform is focused exclusively on London council jobs, so your vacancies will be seen by candidates who are genuinely interested in local government careers.

Yes, we can provide insights into how your jobs are performing on the platform. Contact us to discuss the analytics and reporting options available for your council.

CouncilJobs is a specialized job board dedicated to connecting talented professionals with opportunities in London's local government sector. We aggregate council vacancies from across all 33 London boroughs, making it easier for job seekers to find roles and for councils to reach qualified candidates.

CouncilJobs includes job listings from all 33 London borough councils, including Southwark, Camden, Westminster, Tower Hamlets, Islington, Lambeth, and all other London boroughs.

CouncilJobs is specialized exclusively for London council jobs. Unlike general job boards, we focus solely on public sector roles in local government, ensuring that every listing is relevant and every candidate is interested in council work. This specialization benefits both job seekers and councils.

Yes, we take data security seriously. CouncilJobs doesn't store your personal application information—when you click 'Apply', you're taken directly to the council's official application portal where your data is handled according to their privacy policies. We only collect minimal information necessary for site functionality.

Absolutely! If you have questions, need help, or want to provide feedback, please visit our Contact page or reach out to us directly. We're here to help both job seekers and councils get the most out of the platform.

Currently, CouncilJobs is a web-based platform that works seamlessly on mobile devices through your browser. We're optimized for mobile use, so you can search and apply for jobs on any device. A dedicated mobile app may be available in the future.