Sheffield City Council at Sheffield Town Hall.
Sheffield Town Hall is the home of Sheffield City Council where decisions are made to help the city run smoothly and safely. The council looks after things like rubbish and recycling, caring for people, and fixing roads. It also helps keep parks tidy, supports schools and plans new buildings and transport. Lots of different teams work together here to make Sheffield a great place for everyone to live and work.
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Sector
Community and Public Services
Employees
8,245
Top jobs
Adult Skills Tutor
As an Adult Skills Tutor, you would help adults learn new skills to improve their lives. This could mean teaching maths, English or digital skills — or helping people gain qualifications for work. You would plan lessons, give feedback and support each learner to build confidence and reach their goals. You would need to be patient, encouraging and able to explain things clearly.
Librarian
As a Librarian, you would help people find books, information and resources they need. You might organise events, help with research or support people to use computers. You would also look after the library’s collection and make sure everything is in the right place. You would need to be organised, friendly and love helping people learn.
Social Worker
As a Social Worker, you would support people going through tough times — like children in care, people with disabilities or older adults. You would listen to their stories, work out what help they need and make sure they are safe. It’s a job that requires kindness, problem solving and staying calm under pressure.
Regeneration Development Officer
As a Regeneration Development Officer, you would help improve areas of the city by planning new buildings, parks or transport routes. You would work with architects, engineers and the community to make sure projects benefit local people. You would need to be creative, organised and good at managing projects.
Security Systems Installer
As a Security Systems Installer, you would help keep public buildings safe by setting up alarms, CCTV and door access systems. You would visit different locations, install equipment and test that everything works. You would need to follow safety rules, solve problems and understand how electrical systems work.
Fun fact: More than 550K people live in Sheffield making it the 4th largest city in England, covering an area of 142 square miles!