Invest in our workforce and embrace diversity
County council's accolade as most inclusive employer
In 2019, the council received an award for the Staff Network Group of the Year.
Nottinghamshire County Council was ranked 68th best employer in the whole country - the sixth successive year that it has been named in the prestigious top 100.
It is fantastic that the council overall has been recognised in this way as an inclusive place to work. The awards also recognise the work of the Council’s LGBT Staff Network, which promotes awareness of LGBT issues, supports LGBT staff and provides advice on making Council services more inclusive.
Disability Confident Leader
In early 2025, Nottinghamshire County Council proudly achieved the status of Disability Confident Leader, the highest level of accreditation awarded by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This remarkable milestone underscores our commitment to harnessing the diverse talents that individuals with disabilities bring to the workplace.
Attaining the Disability Confident Leader status presents a unique opportunity for us to be recognised as an Employer of Choice. It enables us to set a leading example within our broader communities, promoting inclusivity and demonstrating the value of a diverse workforce.
Supporting the armed forces
The county council is a proud supporter of the armed forces in Nottinghamshire. We have a long-standing relationship with the local regular and reserve units, as well as veterans and cadets.
We also bring together councillors, officers and representatives from the armed forces and military civilians’ charities to work on activities and issues.
This is led by Councillor Keith Girling who is the Armed Forces Champion.
"We should never forget the sacrifice and commitment shown by the men and women who serve and have served the nation. We are committed to supporting the whole armed forces community. By 2028, we aim that every Veteran feels valued, supported and empowered and, in accordance with the Armed Forces Covenant, will never be disadvantaged as a result of their service." Councillor Girling said
Dying to work campaign
Nottinghamshire County Council has re-affirmed its commitment to supporting terminally ill employees with dignity, respect and compassion by signing up to the Trade Union Congress’ “Dying to Work” voluntary charter, setting out the agreed way in which council employees will be supported, protected and guided throughout their employment following a terminal diagnosis.
The council was the first large county council nationally to sign up to the voluntary charter. Information on Dying to Work campaign can be found at Dying to work campaign page
