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The closing date to apply for a primary school place for September 2025 is midnight on Wednesday 15 January 2025. See Primary school places for more information on how to apply for a place.

Our online payment services and 24 hour telephone payment line will be unavailable on Tuesday 14 January 2025 due to essential system maintenance. You will not be able to make a payment during this time.

Jobs & Careers

If you're passionate about making a real difference, then County Durham is the place for you. Your best work starts here.

You can view our current vacancies on North East Jobs.

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About our council and area

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Equality, diversity and inclusion in our workforce

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Rewards and benefits if you work for us

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Apprenticeships and work experience

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Make a difference with a career in local government

Health and Wellbeing jobs

Health and wellbeing support

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Explore careers with us

Support to find a job

Adult learning and job training

Supply teacher services

Employment of children

Volunteering

Apply for funding from our apprenticeship levy

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Investors In The Environment

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Investors In The Environment

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