LIFE IN DUDLEY.
A vibrant, historic and ambitious place to build your career and your home
Our culture
We are committed to creating a positive, reflective working environment.
You can expect:
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Regular supervision (including clinical supervision)
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Multi‑disciplinary working
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Investment in wellbeing
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Recognition and celebration of success
Through our Centre for Professional Practice,
we offer:
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Structured induction
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ASYE support
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Ongoing development pathways
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Apprenticeships and progression routes
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Strong links to teaching partnerships
Learning & Development
Learning doesn’t stop when you join us.
Benefits
We value your dedication with a generous package of benefits.
We offer:
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Competitive pay with incremental progression
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Local Government Pension Scheme
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29–33 days annual leave
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Flexible and agile working
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Health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
A fascinating patchwork of communities
Once at the heart of the Industrial Revolution, the borough is now made up of distinct towns and villages, each offering its own cultural identity and charm
Dudley
The historic heart of the borough, famous for its 12th century castle, the nationally-renowned Black Country Living Museum, and multimillion-pound town centre regeneration plans
Stourbridge
A town with a rich creative heritage, celebrated around the world for its historic Glass Quarter, alongside excellent direct rail connections to London and Birmingham
Halesowen
Offering a beautiful blend of town and country living, Halesowen is home to the stunning and historically significant landscapes of Leasowes Park and a vibrant town centre
Brierley Hill
Home to the expansive Merry Hill shopping centre, Brierley Hill is a premier hub for modern retail and leisure, soon to be transformed by the arrival of the new Metro Extension
Green Space. Enjoy award-winning parks, historically significant nature reserves, and the beautiful landscapes where our residents live and recharge
World-Class Tourism. Expect to be surprised by our 12th century castle, prestigious zoo, and the nationally famous Black Country Living Museum
Endless Canals. Explore the seemingly endless and historic canal networks that weave through the borough, offering peaceful walks and a nod to our historical past
It's Dudley's time
to build, connect and grow
We are making great strides in growing our economy through an extensive package of regeneration and housing projects. Multimillion pound plans are already underway for Dudley town centre, bringing exciting new leisure facilities, including a highly anticipated new ice rink, right to the heart of the borough.
From the innovative Institute of Technology to our unique Very Light Rail scheme, we are building a place fit for the future. Through our local schools and colleges, we are ensuring Dudley is home to the skilled workforce of tomorrow. We are determined that the benefits of this regeneration will reach all of our communities, making it an incredible time to live and work here.
Exceptionally well connected
Getting to and from Dudley borough is straightforward, whether you are commuting locally or travelling nationally
Our connectivity is being vastly boosted by the arrival of the Midland Metro. The Wednesbury to Brierley Hill extension is the biggest single infrastructure project supported by the WMCA, seamlessly connecting our towns to Wolverhampton and Birmingham
By rail, the borough is highly accessible. You can reach Birmingham's main stations, Wolverhampton, and Worcester in around half an hour. For national travel, Stourbridge Junction offers a direct, convenient connection straight to London Marylebone
Located right at the heart of the country, our extensive road networks make commuting practical and highly accessible. As we continue to invest in our transport infrastructure, Dudley remains perfectly positioned for both local residents and regional commuters