Wealden District Council Work Experience

Wealden District Council offers work experience placements for young people who want to learn more about local government and gain a first-hand view of working in the public sector. Placements are arranged with local schools and colleges, and the Council also welcomes enquiries from people returning to work after a career break or thinking about a change of career.

For school pupils, placements usually last one week and take place during the council’s annual work experience window. Students in further or higher education may also be able to complete a placement, usually during holiday periods and within a specific department.

The Council says it will do its best to arrange a suitable placement where possible.

Placements are normally based at the Council’s offices in Hailsham. They are unpaid, and expenses are not reimbursed. Priority is given to young people who live in Wealden or attend a school or college within the district, and applicants are asked to complete the Council’s work experience form to request a placement.