Overview of Gloucestershire County Council

Gloucestershire is a county of ambition, innovation and opportunity. Home to thriving businesses, world-leading industries, outstanding natural landscapes and vibrant communities, it is a place where people, organisations and ideas can flourish.

Following a change in political leadership, Gloucestershire County Council has adopted an ambitious new strategy, A Stronger Future, Built Together, setting a clear direction for the county over the coming years. At its heart is a commitment to creating a Gloucestershire where everyone can live a healthy life, access opportunity, achieve their potential and feel proud of where they live. We are determined to ensure that residents are treated fairly, feel welcome and included, and can access the support and services they need to thrive.

This is an exciting and pivotal time to join the organisation. Alongside increasing demand for public services, financial pressures and changing expectations of local government, Gloucestershire is also preparing for significant public sector reform and opportunities to shape the future of local services.

Our vision is simple but ambitious: a stronger future, built together. Working with residents, communities, businesses and partners, we are focused on four strategic priorities:

👶 Children and young people thrive
Ensuring every child and young person has the best possible start in life, receives the support they need to succeed, and can access opportunities that enable them to achieve their full potential.

❤️ Strong, healthy communities that care
Creating communities where people feel connected, supported and empowered to live healthy, independent lives, while reducing inequalities and protecting the most vulnerable.

🏡 A place to be proud of
Supporting economic growth, investing in infrastructure, improving roads and public spaces, protecting the environment and ensuring Gloucestershire remains a great place to live, work, visit and do business.

⚖️ An open, fair and sustainable council
Building an organisation that is financially resilient, transparent, innovative and accountable, delivering excellent services and empowering communities to shape their own future