What employees can expect from Lewisham Council

Respect and fair treatment

Employees will be respected as individuals in the workplace regardless of:

• their ethnic origin

• gender

• disability

• sexuality

• or age.

This includes acknowledging achievements and performance in a culture of openness and trust where employees needs and views are taken seriously.

We have staff forums for disabled, black, LGBT and young people, which support staff members and help inform the way the Council delivers services.

Employability

We offer employees opportunities to develop their skills and improve future employability.

Fair rewards

We ensure that our employees are treated fairly and consistently with recruitment and promotion always on the basis of merit.