Job Description

Your New Organisation:

Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.
Your new role:

Southend-on-Sea City Council have an exciting new opportunity for Community Safety Officer x2. The Community Safety Unit are led by a Community Safety Manager, and comprise of a team of Community Safety Officers who are responsible for tackling crime, anti-social behaviour and town centre issues across the City in partnership with police and other agencies.



This role is on offer on a permanent contract, working 5 days a week on a shift basis (including weekends and evenings). The Unit will be based at Southend Police Station and other satellite locations, but the majority of this role will be actively out in the community. The team is pivotal to the work of the Southend Community Safety Partnership (CSP) and the Council is seeking individuals who will undertake a range of community safety and enforcement work in respect of crime and disorder, anti-social behaviour, safety of the City and building community cohesion, as part of the overall CSP and Council objectives.



Local media has already highlighted the significance of the investment in the Community Safety Unit and this is a great opportunity to be part of this high-profile team.

N:B - All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check and CSAS vetting.

What you'll need to succeed:

In order to be successful in your application, you should be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of relevant community safety legislation and relevant enforcement procedures. It is desirable that you have experience in public sector enforcement work (such as a local authority) or equivalent, coupled with working within communities and dealing with community crime/ASB issues.



Training will be given dependant on level of knowledge and experience. Also, uniform and personal protective equipment will be provided to ensure you can carry out responsibilities required as a Council Designated Officer.


What you'll get in return:

When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.


What you need to do now:

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.


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Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.


All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.


The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.