Wealden District Council offers work experience placements for young people aged 16 and over. We work with local schools and colleges to provide placements for students, and we also welcome enquiries from people returning to work after a career break or considering a change in career.
If you are interested in working for Wealden District Council and would like to learn more about local government, we will do our best to arrange a placement for you. Priority is given to young people who live in Wealden or attend a school or college within the district.
Placement Location
When available, placements take place at the Council’s offices in Hailsham:
Wealden District Council
Council Offices
Vicarage Lane
Hailsham
BN27 2AX
Duration and Availability
For school pupils, placements usually last one week and take place between early-May and mid-July each academic year.
Students in further or higher education may also be able to undertake work experience with the Council. These placements usually take place during holiday periods and provide experience within a specific department.
All placements are unpaid, and expenses are not reimbursed, regardless of age or the basis on which the placement is arranged.
School work experience co-ordinators, pupils, students, and people applying from non-academic backgrounds are welcome to contact the Council to discuss potential placements.
Benefits for Young People
- Gain first-hand experience of the workplace and insight into different jobs and sectors to help shape career decisions.
- Develop confidence and make the transition from education into working life.
- Build transferable and employability skills and understand how existing skills and abilities apply in the workplace.
- Learn more about personal strengths, interests, and future career options.
- Add valuable experience to a CV and demonstrate achievements to future employers.
How to Apply
To submit any requests for work experience placements or any questions, please contact learninganddevelopment@wealden.gov.uk.
Privacy Notice
Please read the Privacy Notice before requesting a work experience placement. For further information, please email learninganddevelopment@wealden.gov.uk.