Civic Recruitment Limited
Community Warden
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Community Warden – Contract until March 2027
Location: Rugby Town Centre & Borough-Wide Patrols
Rate: £18.65 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: Until 31 March 2027
Hours: Average 40 Hours Per Week
Working Pattern: Rolling 6-Week Shift Rota covering 7 days per week between 8:00am and 10:00pm
DBS: Basic DBS Required
Driving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence Required
Pay: Bi-weekly
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Community Warden to join our dynamic Regulatory Services team. This role is pivotal in enhancing the quality of life in Rugby by ensuring it remains a cleaner, greener, and safer community. The position involves conducting visible patrols and enforcement activities within Rugby Town Centre, providing a reassuring presence to residents, businesses, and visitors. The Community Warden will play a crucial role in addressing anti-social behaviour, environmental crimes, and other community issues, fostering compliance with legislation, and collaborating with partner agencies to bolster community safety and environmental standards.
Responsibilities
Community Patrols & Enforcement
- Conduct highly visible patrols across the town centre and borough.
- Serve as a deterrent to anti-social behaviour.
- Engage constructively with residents, businesses, and visitors.
- Promote compliance with laws and encourage positive behaviour changes.
- Investigate community issues and environmental violations.
- Issue enforcement notices, including:
- Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs)
- Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs)
- Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs)
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Environmental Crime & Regulatory Enforcement
- Investigate and address:
- Littering
- Fly-tipping
- Dog control violations
- Trade waste infractions
- Anti-social behaviour
- Noise and smoke nuisances
- Licensing violations
- Taxi rank inspections
- Parking violations
- Environmental crime offences
Investigation & Evidence Gathering
- Collect evidence and witness statements.
- Prepare detailed reports and enforcement documentation.
- Maintain accurate records in line with PACE requirements.
- Provide court testimony as a witness when necessary.
- Support investigations and enforcement actions.
Community Safety & Public Engagement
- Respond to community concerns and service requests.
- Identify and report anti-social behaviour and environmental issues.
- Collaborate with Warwickshire Police and partner agencies.
- Engage in community outreach and educational initiatives.
- Deliver a responsive frontline service to residents and businesses.
Additional Duties
- Attend visits to traveller and unauthorised encampments as needed.
- Collect and transport stray dogs when required.
- Report environmental hazards and safety issues.
- Operate Council-issued equipment, including:
- Body Worn Cameras
- Radios
- Mobile Devices
Essential Requirements
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Basic DBS Check.
- GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confidence in handling conflict and challenging situations.
- Ability to work independently and exercise initiative.
- Strong teamwork capabilities.
- Proficient in computer use.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Flexible approach to working hours and responsibilities.
- Good physical fitness for extensive walking and outdoor patrols.
- Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
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Desirable
- Experience in investigating environmental crime offences.
- Experience in managing anti-social behaviour.
- Experience in issuing enforcement notices.
- Previous experience with Local Authorities.
- Experience in evidence gathering and preparing legal statements.
Working Environment
- Primarily outdoor role.
- Patrols conducted in all weather conditions.
- Includes walking, cycling, and vehicle patrols.
- Shift work covering weekdays and weekends.
- Potential exposure to unpleasant environments and materials.
- Uniform and PPE required while on duty.
What's on Offer?
- £18.65 per hour (Umbrella)
- Contract until March 2027
- Average 40 Hours Per Week
- 6 Week Rolling Shift Pattern
- Town Centre and Borough-Wide Patrols
- Basic DBS Required
- Bi-weekly Pay
- Opportunity to significantly impact community safety and environmental standards.
- Diverse role involving enforcement, investigation, and public interaction.
- Long-term contract within a supportive Regulatory Services team.
- Ideal for candidates with experience as a Community Warden, Civil Enforcement Officer, Environmental Enforcement Officer, Community Safety Officer, Neighbourhood Warden, Enforcement Officer, Anti-Social Behaviour Officer, or Public Protection Officer.
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