Job Description

Employer:
Sevenoaks District Council
Salary:
30,269 - 32,790 pro rata
Location:
Sevenoaks District Council
Contract:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Job-Share
Hours:
37 hours. 37 hours over a two-week shift rota.
DBS Check:
Yes
Closing Date:
27/01/2026 at 12:00
Reference:
SDC/26/329248

Please note this position is subject to enhanced police and security check authorization

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Job title CCTV Operator

Salary Band C

30,269 to 32,790 pro rata



Benefits include:


A generous annual leave allowance of 25 days, plus up to 5 additional days for Continuous Local Government Service 7 Bank Holidays, giving a minimum of 30 days leave per year (pro rata)

Annual leave is calculated based on a 37-hour week/74-hour fortnight shift pattern. As this is a job share role, the pay and annual leave entitlement will be divided equally between both post holders.

About us

Here at Sevenoaks we pride ourselves on treating both our employees and communities we serve with dignity and respect. We are an award winning Council having achieved the Guardian Public Service Awards for being financially self-sufficient, are one of the few organisations in the country to retain its Platinum Investors in People status in 2023. We were voted LGC Council of the Year and won a Pushing the Boundaries of Innovation award. The successes of the Finance Team have been recently recognised where the Finance Team has been nominated and is a finalist in the 2020 Public Finance Awards. Our CCTV Service has also been awarded 2 National CCTV Awards.

The Successful Applicant:

We are looking for a job share CCTV Operator with the possibility of progressing to a permanent position, to work in the Sevenoaks District Councils CCTV Control Room. The individual must be suitably qualified and experienced. The role will involve monitoring and proactive patrol via view screens. The individual will be required to operate all the equipment, cameras, radios and to comply with relevant legislation, CCTV code of practice all operational control room procedures at all times, on a rotating 7 days a week shift pattern including, nights, weekends & bank holidays including Christmas.



The CCTV control room receives out-of hour's emergency calls. You will be responsible for ensuring these calls are dealt with effectively and implement the Council's 24-hour emergency call out arrangements when required.



Applicants must be able to speak clear, concise and be able to understand and act fast and efficient in an emergency.



This is a key role in the Council's overall Community Safety Strategy and if you feel you have the required abilities and experience, we would be delighted to hear from you.



Appointment is subject to completion of a Criminal Records Bureau and police checks before commencement of employment.

Interested in the role and want to know more?

Please contact Sharon Wright

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CCTV Partnership and Civil Protection Manager, 07815857575 for an informal discussion about the role

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Need advice on how to ensure you have the best chance of being shortlisted?

Read the and Personal Specification attached to the role and ensure that your supporting statement explains how you meet the essential requirements as your application will be judged against these criteria.

How to get to us:

Sevenoaks is only half an hour from central London by train. You will be based at the Council Offices, Argyle Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1HG. A free staff car park is available on site.

Closing date: 12 noon on 27

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Jan 2026

Interviews: 3

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February 2026

Assessment process: Interview and short test

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Equal Opportunities

Sevenoaks - Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.


Sevenoaks District Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


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How to apply

Please apply online (see below). If this is not possible, please contact a member of the HR team by either emailing recruitment@sevenoaks.gov.uk or contacting us on 01732 227383 to discuss how we can assist you in applying.