Experience Pre-entry experience is desirable Applicants with clerical or administrative work experience are often preferred. Special entry requirements Computer literacy and keyboard skills are beneficial. Age implications Entry problems may be encountered from after early 50s Mature entry is encouraged. Success will depend on previous experience. Competition Local authorities are increasingly streamlining.
Competition is generally keen.
Approach central personnel departments for work shadowing experience. Gain local government knowledge via local council reports etc. Some local authorities will have opportunities for entry through departmental training programmes. None applicable Recruitment agencies Recruitment agencies sometimes handle vacancies. Centralised Database of jobs.