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About public sector secondment jobs

Public Sector Secondment Jobs is dedicated to promoting public sector secondment opportunities. You can read more about the employers currently offering opportunities.

Click on the employer’s profile to find out what roles they have on offer, and the benefits of working for them.

Basildon Council Braintree District Council Castle Point Borough Council Cholchester City Council Epping Forest District Council Essex County Council Maldon District Council Tendring District Council

What is a secondment?

A secondment is a great way for you to gain exposure to new experiences and challenges. You can explore new areas of interest within your field or adjacent to your current role, to learn from different teams and different public sector organisations. This can significantly help in career clarity and direction.

As well as professional development, a secondment is a great way to support your personal growth. Successfully navigating a secondment can boost self-confidence and encourage resilience and flexibility.

What is a secondment?

Build your career path with secondment opportunities!

Did you know that you can undertake a secondment opportunity at another public sector organisation, as well as your own?

If you are thinking about the next step in your career or professional development, then look no further. Public Sector Secondment Jobs is home to secondment opportunities across public sector organisations.

How to apply for secondments

Step 1: Browse opportunities

Browse employer opportunities by clicking on their logo or using the search bar.

Step 2: Prepare your application

Update your CV to highlight your skills and experiences.

Step 3: Submit your application

Click ‘apply now’ on the opportunity you are interested in and follow the employer’s application process.

Step 4: Selection process

You will likely be invited for an interview to discuss your suitability for the role and find out if the role is right for you.

Step 5: Start your secondment

If you are successful, you will receive all the necessary information to begin your secondment journey.

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