If your application is successful and you are offered a role at the Council, you will be required to:
- Provide two references. One must be from your current employer or most recent employment.
- Complete a confidential online health assessment and if needed meet with the Council’s medical adviser.
- Complete an online Basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). Depending on the job requirements, you may require a Standard or Enhanced DBS.
- Provide your qualification certificates and licences, if they are essential to the post.
- Confirm you can work legally in the UK.
Hours of work
Full-time employees work 37 hours per week and we also welcome part-time
staff.
Office based staff
Most employees are based at the Council Offices in Oxted and benefit from working flexibly. The Council Offices are open on weekdays from 8am-6pm. You work flexibly during these hours, subject to business requirements.
Operational staff (Depot)
Operational staff are based at the Depot in Hurst Green and work fixed hours. Depending on the team, some are required to take part in Out of Hours rotas.
Probationary period
New employees must successfully complete six months’ probation before becoming permanent.
Performance review and development
We have a system for reviewing performance and employee development which is linked to personal, corporate objectives and the Council’s values and behaviours. This includes informal one to ones, known as Check-ins and a structured annual appraisal.