Make a difference

Make a difference and work somewhere that offers you the opportunity to give back to the community and achieve high job satisfaction.

As a unitary authority, Portsmouth City Council has a broad range of projects and roles, from social workers to lawyers and everything in between. As a relatively small but vibrant waterfront city, it’s easy to find out what’s going on in Portsmouth, have an influence through the work you do, and to positively impact more people.

Portsmouth City Council allows employees paid time off to volunteer and deliver social value. This includes but is not limited to:

• Being a Governor at any education establishment
• A member of the Environment Agency or part of the RNLI

We are also proud to offer paid leave to support employees to become a foster carer. More information can be found on our social values page.

We are also committed to achieving net zero carbon by 2030, integrating climate action into all our services. This includes working with local partners to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, and adapt to a changing climate. Key initiatives include introducing clean air zones, food waste recycling, sustainable transport solutions, and coastal defences. By joining us, you can contribute to this vital work.