Community Safety Specialist
| Posting date: | 20 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,001.00 to £40,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 6 (SCP 22-25) £32,654 - £35,235 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 July 2025 |
| Location: | Sunderland, SR1 3AA |
| Company: | Sunderland City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 282383 |
Summary
Join Our New Community Safety Teamandnbsp;
Are you passionate about making a real difference in communities? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same, and where your actions help people feel safe, supported, and proud of where they live?andnbsp;
Sunderland City Council is launching a new Community Safety Team as part of our bold vision for safer, stronger, and more resilient neighbourhoods. Weandrsquo;re looking for motivated, community-focused individuals to join us as Community Safety Specialists within our locality-based, multi-agency team.andnbsp;
This role is central to tackling complex antisocial behaviour and environmental crime. You will lead on detailed investigations, applying a wide range of enforcement tools and powers to address persistent locality concerns, support victims, and enhance community wellbeing.andnbsp;
About the Roleandnbsp;
Working at the heart of our neighbourhoods, youandrsquo;ll:andnbsp;
Undertake complex investigations into antisocial behaviour and environmental crimeandnbsp;
Apply a range of legal tools and enforcement powers to address persistent locality issuesandnbsp;
Lead and support high-profile joint operations with key partner agenciesandnbsp;
Engage with residents, businesses, and local groups to build trust and gather intelligenceandnbsp;
Respond to incidents and provide tailored support to individuals and communitiesandnbsp;
Conduct inspections and enforcement activities in accordance with legal and procedural requirementsandnbsp;
Gather, record, and present evidence to support legal proceedings and case managementandnbsp;
Collaborate closely with police, housing providers, and other agencies in a multi-disciplinary settingandnbsp;
What Weandrsquo;re Looking Forandnbsp;
Weandrsquo;re seeking committed individuals with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to work confidently in challenging situations. Ideally, you will have:andnbsp;
Experience working in community safety, antisocial behaviour, environmental enforcement, or a related public protection fieldandnbsp;
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 and Environmental Protection Act 1990andnbsp;
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence behaviours and build trustandnbsp;
Confidence in using enforcement powers appropriately and proportionatelyandnbsp;
The ability to work independently and as part of a wider multi-agency teamandnbsp;
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy, varied workloadandnbsp;
A commitment to public service, fairness, and delivering positive community outcomesandnbsp;
Please note: Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.andnbsp;
Why work for Sunderland City Council?andnbsp;
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering secure and flexible retirement benefitsandnbsp;andnbsp;
Flexible working hours through our flexi-time schemeandnbsp;andnbsp;
Youandrsquo;ll receive 26 days annual leave (31 after 5 yearsandrsquo; continuous service), plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave through the Councilandrsquo;s flexible benefits schemeandnbsp;
Ongoing training, professional development, and career progression opportunitiesandnbsp;andnbsp;
A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment where your contribution makes a differenceandnbsp;
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Coates, Neighbourhood Enforcement Manager, by email at michelle.coates@sunderland.gov.uk
andnbsp;
Applications must be completed on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil.andnbsp; If you need any support, contact: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk
Please note that CVs are not acceptable.andnbsp;
All communication about your application for this post will be to the email address that you register with North East Jobs.andnbsp; This may include details of an online assessment you may need to complete and an invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other method.andnbsp; Please remember to check your junk mail items.andnbsp;
andnbsp;
Are you passionate about making a real difference in communities? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same, and where your actions help people feel safe, supported, and proud of where they live?andnbsp;
Sunderland City Council is launching a new Community Safety Team as part of our bold vision for safer, stronger, and more resilient neighbourhoods. Weandrsquo;re looking for motivated, community-focused individuals to join us as Community Safety Specialists within our locality-based, multi-agency team.andnbsp;
This role is central to tackling complex antisocial behaviour and environmental crime. You will lead on detailed investigations, applying a wide range of enforcement tools and powers to address persistent locality concerns, support victims, and enhance community wellbeing.andnbsp;
About the Roleandnbsp;
Working at the heart of our neighbourhoods, youandrsquo;ll:andnbsp;
Undertake complex investigations into antisocial behaviour and environmental crimeandnbsp;
Apply a range of legal tools and enforcement powers to address persistent locality issuesandnbsp;
Lead and support high-profile joint operations with key partner agenciesandnbsp;
Engage with residents, businesses, and local groups to build trust and gather intelligenceandnbsp;
Respond to incidents and provide tailored support to individuals and communitiesandnbsp;
Conduct inspections and enforcement activities in accordance with legal and procedural requirementsandnbsp;
Gather, record, and present evidence to support legal proceedings and case managementandnbsp;
Collaborate closely with police, housing providers, and other agencies in a multi-disciplinary settingandnbsp;
What Weandrsquo;re Looking Forandnbsp;
Weandrsquo;re seeking committed individuals with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to work confidently in challenging situations. Ideally, you will have:andnbsp;
Experience working in community safety, antisocial behaviour, environmental enforcement, or a related public protection fieldandnbsp;
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 and Environmental Protection Act 1990andnbsp;
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence behaviours and build trustandnbsp;
Confidence in using enforcement powers appropriately and proportionatelyandnbsp;
The ability to work independently and as part of a wider multi-agency teamandnbsp;
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy, varied workloadandnbsp;
A commitment to public service, fairness, and delivering positive community outcomesandnbsp;
Please note: Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.andnbsp;
Why work for Sunderland City Council?andnbsp;
Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), offering secure and flexible retirement benefitsandnbsp;andnbsp;
Flexible working hours through our flexi-time schemeandnbsp;andnbsp;
Youandrsquo;ll receive 26 days annual leave (31 after 5 yearsandrsquo; continuous service), plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave through the Councilandrsquo;s flexible benefits schemeandnbsp;
Ongoing training, professional development, and career progression opportunitiesandnbsp;andnbsp;
A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment where your contribution makes a differenceandnbsp;
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Coates, Neighbourhood Enforcement Manager, by email at michelle.coates@sunderland.gov.uk
andnbsp;
Applications must be completed on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil.andnbsp; If you need any support, contact: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk
Please note that CVs are not acceptable.andnbsp;
All communication about your application for this post will be to the email address that you register with North East Jobs.andnbsp; This may include details of an online assessment you may need to complete and an invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other method.andnbsp; Please remember to check your junk mail items.andnbsp;
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