Working for the British Council offers you a unique opportunity to gain experience and develop skills in a modern, rapidly changing organisation with worldwide influence and impact. British Council jobs offer scope for versatility, initiative and creativity in a stimulating and supportive environment.

Who are we and what do we do?

British Council is the UK’s international organisation for educational and cultural relations and manage a wide range of activities covering the arts, science, technology and education. Through our work we aim to build and develop long-term relationships with governments, organisations and people to provide mutual benefit and promote a wider knowledge of the UK and the English language. All jobs in the organisation contribute towards these aims. All our work is concerned with people and involves quality and customer care.

What are the longer-term career prospects?

You will be encouraged to manage your own career. Whatever your area and level of work, a job in the British Council is a unique opportunity to develop highly transferable skills which will serve you well even if you aim to move out of the organisation in due course.

Terms and conditions of service

Successful candidates are offered appointment on a fixed-term contract. The duration of contract is determined by the nature of the job to be filled. All offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and medical clearance.

Equal opportunity and diversity

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Our policy aims to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, marital status, race, colour, creed, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age or disability.