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Why work for a local council?

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I am applying to a job at a local council and have got the question 'Why do you want to work for us? question and I am struggling to answer it. They offer training possibilities which is good but I'm not sure what else to say. What are the advantages of working for a local council? Thanks

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You need to turn the question around, it's not about "What can we do for you?", it's really about "What can you do for us?". So try and think about ideas like "I believe in public service", "I remember when a council worker helped me and I want to be able to do the same for someone else.". You can be honest about your own aspirations as well if you want, but try and answer the question firstly from their point of view. I'd take that approach with the whole form, and any subsequent interview as well. Best of luck.


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