Our values, culture and inclusivity

We recognise that people perform better when they can be themselves

By creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, we’ll get the most from our employees.

• we are a disability confident employer
• we are signed up to the Age-friendly Employer Pledge
• Armed Forces Covenant - we hold Gold Award for the Employer Recognition Scheme
• we give all employees a voice through the staff equality and diversity group 

Core behaviours that reflect trust

• transparency - share information openly and honestly
• reliability - follow through on commitments and promises
• integrity -  act ethically and uphold the Council’s values
• respect - value diverse perspectives and treat others with dignity

Core behaviours that reflect empowerment

• delegation - assign tasks with clear expectations and trust in others’ abilities
• support - provide resources and guidance to help others succeed
• encouragement - foster a culture where new ideas are welcomed and explored
• autonomy - make decisions within the scope of your work

Core behaviours that reflect accountability

• responsibility - own your actions and their outcomes.
• consistency - maintain high standards in all tasks and interactions.
• feedback - give and receive feedback constructively.
• commitment - show dedication to achieving goals and meeting deadlines

Core behaviours that reflect motivation

• inspiration - lead by example and inspire others through your actions
• recognition - share your achievements and efforts
• engagement - show enthusiasm and commitment to your work
• growth - pursue continuous learning and development

Core behaviours that reflect trust in our leaders

• transparency - communicate openly and honestly with your team
• reliability - be dependable and consistent in your actions and decisions
• integrity - uphold ethical standards and lead by example
• respect - show genuine respect for all team members and their contributions

Core behaviours that reflect empowerment in our leaders

• delegation - delegate tasks effectively, providing clear expectations and trust
• support - offer the necessary resources and support for team members to succeed
• encouragement - foster an environment where new ideas are welcomed and valued
• autonomy - allow team members the freedom to make decisions and take ownership of their work

Core behaviours that reflect accountability in our leaders

• responsibility - take ownership of your actions and their outcomes
• consistency - maintain high standards and lead by example
• feedback - provide constructive feedback and be open to receiving it
• commitment - demonstrate dedication to achieving goals and meeting deadlines

Core behaviours that reflect motivation in our leaders

• inspiration - inspire and motivate your team through your actions and words.
• recognition - acknowledge and celebrate the achievements and efforts of your team.
• engagement - show enthusiasm and commitment to your work and the team’s goals.
• growth - encourage continuous learning and development for yourself and your team.