51 Community Safety jobs in the United Kingdom

We are working with a prominent local authority in central London to appoint an experienced Community Safety Manager to lead and develop a high-performing team. This is a key leadership role focused on reducing crime, anti-social behaviour (ASB), and public safety concerns across the borough.

This role would suit an established community safety or ASB manager with a strong track record in local authorities or housing associations. You'll need demonstrable team leadership skills and a deep understanding of partnership working, community engagement, and local-area safety strategies.

The position is hybrid, with a requirement to be in the office at least two to three days per week.

The Role
·Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary team delivering community safety, ASB, and environmental crime prevention services
·Develop and implement strategic plans to tackle crime, disorder, and public nuisance across the area
·Build and manage strong multi-agency partnerships with police, health, housing, voluntary sector, and community stakeholders
·Oversee case management and enforcement activity, including Injunctions, Community Protection Notices, and Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs)
·Monitor performance metrics and deliver continuous service improvements
·Engage with local residents, businesses, and elected members through consultations, meetings, and outreach
·Manage budgets, grant funding, and commissioning related to community safety initiatives
·Provide strategic advice and briefings to senior leadership, members, and external partners

Key Requirements
·Significant experience managing a community safety, ASB, or public protection team
·Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and enforcement tools (e.g. ASB Crime & Policing Act, PSPOs, CCTV)
·Proven ability to lead multi-agency projects and build effective partnerships
·Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
·Strong analytical mindset with experience using data to inform and evaluate strategy
·Local authority background preferred; experienced candidates from housing associations will also be considered
·Resilient and adaptable to the demands of a fast-paced and politically sensitive environment

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. For any questions about the vacancy, click APPLY NOW.

If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, your application has been unsuccessful .

Footnote
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Even if you're happy in your current role, we welcome calls from community safety professionals looking to build their network. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on (phone number removed).
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Community Safety Manager

Castle Vale, Birmingham

£43,100

We are building a new, strong team and we want you to be part of this as our Community Safety Manager. This is a professional role and were looking for someone willing to commit to the position and the ever-changing landscape of housing management.

The Community Safety Manager will be able to deliver a person-centred approach to handling anti-s.

Community Safety Enforcement Officer
Rate: 15.63 per hour
Duration: 3-6 months
Hours: Full-time

We're recruiting for an experienced Community Safety Enforcement Officer to take on a varied and hands-on enforcement role within a local authority.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Investigating and enforcing against environmental crime such as fly-tipping, noise complaints, dog fouling, littering, and abandoned vehicles.

• Providing a uniformed patrol presence to deter anti-social behaviour and reassure the public.

• Issuing Fixed Penalty Notices where appropriate.

• Gathering evidence, conducting interviews under PACE, and preparing prosecution files.

• Supporting community initiatives in collaboration with enforcement teams and partner agencies.

• Engaging with residents and encouraging community reporting of issues.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an enforcement or regulatory role is essential.

• A valid UK driving licence is required, along with flexibility to travel across the district as part of the role.

• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.

• Confidence dealing with the public in a professional and assertive manner.

Interested? Please click to apply and a member of the team will be in touch.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Community Safety Enforcement Officer
Rate: 15.63 per hour
Duration: 3-6 months
Hours: Full-time

We're recruiting for an experienced Community Safety Enforcement Officer to take on a varied and hands-on enforcement role within a local authority.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Investigating and enforcing against environmental crime such as fly-tipping, noise complaints, dog fouling, littering, and abandoned vehicles.

• Providing a uniformed patrol presence to deter anti-social behaviour and reassure the public.

• Issuing Fixed Penalty Notices where appropriate.

• Gathering evidence, conducting interviews under PACE, and preparing prosecution files.

• Supporting community initiatives in collaboration with enforcement teams and partner agencies.

• Engaging with residents and encouraging community reporting of issues.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in an enforcement or regulatory role is essential.

• A valid UK driving licence is required, along with flexibility to travel across the district as part of the role.

• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.

• Confidence dealing with the public in a professional and assertive manner.

Interested? Please click to apply and a member of the team will be in touch.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Community Support Officer!

Number of Positions: 2

Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Working Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM (fully on site between multiple locations in West London)

Pay rate: 19.23 per hour

Location: West London

The Role:

As a Community Support Officer, you will be the face of our client's organisation, working closely with tenants to help them sustain independent living and integrate into the community. Your proactive approach will make a significant impact in their lives!

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a key worker, providing advice and support to help tenants maintain their independence and tenancy.
• Develop and regularly review personalised support plans.
• Build strong relationships with tenants, their families, and the wider community.
• Collaborate with mental health, substance abuse, and other support agencies to provide comprehensive assistance.
• Facilitate tenant participation in community initiatives and support activities.
• Address maintenance issues and encourage tenants to participate in community matters.
• Work effectively within a team to deliver high-quality services.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults, particularly in housing or social services.
• Knowledge of the challenges faced by the ex-service community.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• A passion for empowering individuals and promoting independence

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Thera East  has an exciting opportunity available for a Community Support Worker  to join our team based in Colchester . You will join us on a permanent basis , with full-time, part-time, and relief hours available . In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £13.00 per hour.

Additional Information: Information: Full UK driving licence is essential and access to your own vehicle

Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security?

Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer.

About the Community Support Worker role:

Do you want a job supporting people to have fun and get involved in their community? The people we support in Colchester Community love shopping, going out for lunch, long walks, visiting farms, going bowling and to the gym. If you love those things too, why not get paid to share these experiences with them? This is usually between 8.30-18.00 although it varies with the activities the people we support want to do. You will be visiting up to 3 individuals a day in the community and supporting them with their daily needs. A valid driving license and a car with business insurance is required for this post. This can also be a brilliant role for someone who wants to work flexibly. This is an exciting opportunity to have a varied working week and opportunities to use a variety of skills you already have or would like to develop for career progression.

About us:

• Thera East is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.
li>Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society. < i>Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• No previous experience or qualifications required, Free, Skills for Care endorsed full training will be provided
• Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

What are the Benefits?

• Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
• Flexible working hours for work life balance
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
• 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300
li>Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
• Access to Early Pay (T&C's apply, excludes relief workers)

If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group .

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.

‘If you have previously transferred over on TUPE terms and conditions, please contact your manager or HR to see how this may affect your terms and conditions’

Thera East  has an exciting opportunity available for a Community Support Worker  to join our team based in Suffolk . You will join us on a permanent basis , with full-time, part-time, and relief hours available . In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £13.00 per hour.

Additional Information: Information: Full UK driving licence is essential and access to your own vehicle

Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security? 

Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer.

About the Community Support Worker role:

As a valued Support Worker with Thera East, you will be part of an inclusive team supporting adults with a learning disability. You will help create innovative ways to support individuals achieve their own personal goals, aims and ambitions.  The support you provide will change with everyone you work with because everyone is different.

Supporting people in their daily lives is varied and could include helping someone develop new skills, providing personal and emotional support, helping people plan and manage their own home, support with leisure, employment, individual interests and travel. This can be a fun and rewarding but also at times challenging and demanding role.

You maybe be supporting people in their own home or out and about in their community.

About us:

• Thera East is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.
li>Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society. < i>Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• No previous experience or qualifications required
• Full training will be provided
• Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

What are the Benefits?

• Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
• Flexible working hours for work life balance
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
• 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300
li>Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
• Access to Early Pay (T&C's apply, excludes relief workers)

If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group .

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.

‘If you have previously transferred over on TUPE terms and conditions, please contact your manager or HR to see how this may affect your terms and conditions’

Community Support Officer!

Number of Positions: 2

Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Working Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM (fully on site between multiple locations in West London)

Pay rate: 19.23 per hour

Location: West London

The Role:

As a Community Support Officer, you will be the face of our client's organisation, working closely with tenants to help them sustain independent living and integrate into the community. Your proactive approach will make a significant impact in their lives!

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a key worker, providing advice and support to help tenants maintain their independence and tenancy.
• Develop and regularly review personalised support plans.
• Build strong relationships with tenants, their families, and the wider community.
• Collaborate with mental health, substance abuse, and other support agencies to provide comprehensive assistance.
• Facilitate tenant participation in community initiatives and support activities.
• Address maintenance issues and encourage tenants to participate in community matters.
• Work effectively within a team to deliver high-quality services.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults, particularly in housing or social services.
• Knowledge of the challenges faced by the ex-service community.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• A passion for empowering individuals and promoting independence

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Thera East  has an exciting opportunity available for a Community Support Worker  to join our team based in Colchester . You will join us on a permanent basis , with full-time, part-time, and relief hours available . In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £13.00 per hour.

Additional Information: Information: Full UK driving licence is essential and access to your own vehicle

Are you seeking a new career in Social Care, with a regular monthly salary and job security?

Maybe you have worked in Social Care before and are looking for a new challenge or perhaps you have always wanted to make a positive difference in people lives? We are extremely proud of the work we do, the people that work with us and the training we offer.

About the Community Support Worker role:

Do you want a job supporting people to have fun and get involved in their community? The people we support in Colchester Community love shopping, going out for lunch, long walks, visiting farms, going bowling and to the gym. If you love those things too, why not get paid to share these experiences with them? This is usually between 8.30-18.00 although it varies with the activities the people we support want to do. You will be visiting up to 3 individuals a day in the community and supporting them with their daily needs. A valid driving license and a car with business insurance is required for this post. This can also be a brilliant role for someone who wants to work flexibly. This is an exciting opportunity to have a varied working week and opportunities to use a variety of skills you already have or would like to develop for career progression.

About us:

• Thera East is unique we are led by people with a learning disability.
li>Our vision is to promote that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society. < i>Using a person-centred approach, you will empower people with a learning disability to live the lives they choose.

Who are we looking for?

• No previous experience or qualifications required, Free, Skills for Care endorsed full training will be provided
• Compassionate, caring, confident and resilient
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter, with a high level of motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Confident, articulate, and professional
• Keenness to learn in a fast-paced environment and creatively solve problems
• Desire to embrace our values and vision and have fun!

What are the Benefits?

• Annualised Hours, guaranteed monthly salary for full and part-time roles regardless of shift patterns, plus overtime opportunities
• Flexible working hours for work life balance
• Immediate interview and quick start date (subject to pre-employment checks)
• 28 days Annual Leave including bank Holidays (pro Rata)
• Employee support line to support you and your family
• Free nationally accredited training, and the opportunity to earn a qualification and progress your career
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Refer a friend and earn up to £300
li>Cycle to Work Scheme
• Well-being initiatives
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts including discounted Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Council that represents the views of staff about matters relating to work
• Access to Early Pay (T&C's apply, excludes relief workers)

If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives, consider a career with Thera Group .

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. We are an equal opportunities employer.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974. For this act, you must declare any convictions or cautions that you have received, including these that would otherwise be spent. This role is subject to an Enhanced check should you be offered the position.

‘If you have previously transferred over on TUPE terms and conditions, please contact your manager or HR to see how this may affect your terms and conditions’