Community Safety Support Officer (5 posts)

Community Safety Support Officer (5 posts)

Ref:

OPS1047

Full time

£24,948 - £26,845 per annum (pay award pending)

We are seeking 5 enthusiastic, self-motivated Community Safety Support Officers to work within the Community Safety Team. The focus of our work is to work with partners to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour and improve confidence in neighbourhoods.

The role will involve a lot of walking/patrolling neighbourhoods to engage with residents and become a trusted part of the community.

You will heavily support the reduction of environmental crime, reporting incidents, and engaging with communities, stakeholders and other partners to assist in tackling problem areas. You will also facilitate and/or participate in local projects and community partnerships to support the priorities of Safe Newcastle.

You should have a good understanding of the types of issues that affect neighbourhoods as well as a sound knowledge of crime and anti-social behaviour and techniques to tackle issues.

Communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role . Ideally the candidate will have experience or a good knowledge of community consultation and engagement techniques. You should be competent in using IT systems.

It is essential that you have a willingness to occasionally work out of standard hours.

Closing date: 13 June 2023

For an informal discussion please contact Christine Knox on Christine.knox@newcastle.gov.uk

Apply online at www.northeastjobs.org.uk, select 'Apply Now' and complete our online application form.

Permanent

Closing date:

13 June 2023