We have an exciting role on offer within our Neighbourhoods Services as a Neighbourhood Safety Officer, fixed term until 31st March 2028.

On behalf of the residents and communities of Middlesbrough, we take a pro-active and determined approach to tackling anti-social behaviour, improving quality of life and reducing the fear of crime.

We are now seeking to fill a vacancy, which has arisen within our extremely successful team. Applications are invited from suitably experienced and committed people, for the post of Neighbourhood Safety Officer within the Council’s Neighbourhood Infrastructure.

We have a determined, pro-active approach to:

Reducing crime and anti-social behaviour

Prevention, engagement and enforcement

Supporting victims of crime and disorder

Tackling nuisance by working with landlords within the private rented sector

You will need to have high levels of motivation, commitment and enthusiasm and possess relevant skills and qualifications to manage a challenging workload.

The post-holder will investigate and take action against perpetrators of anti-social behaviour utilising a range of measures.

You will:

Have knowledge of Crime and Disorder and Anti-Social Behaviour legislation and will ideally have experience of resolving anti-social behaviour within a similar environment.

Have the ability to work independently using your own initiative, prioritise work to meet tight deadlines and be prepared when the need arises to work outside of normal working hours.

Be an exceptionally good communicator who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of Middlesbrough residents and have the personal skills to carry this out.

A full clean driving license is essential for this role.

You will have the ability to work as part of a team as well as independently using your own initiative. You will also need to be an exceptionally good communicator who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of Middlesbrough residents and have the personal skills to carry this out.

The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Adam Parkinson on 01642 727692 or adam_parkinson@middlesbrough.gov.uk

Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

If you are viewing this advert on the North East Jobs website, please go to Vacancies ¦ Middlesbrough Council to view the Job Description & Person Specification and apply for the role.

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