Reference: CBC26085
Salary details: £33,119 to £35,570 per annum
Job term: fixed term until March 2028
Appointment type: full time
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Sunday with some evening working)
Location: Chesterfield town centre
Department: Community Safety
CBC26085 - Job description and person specification.
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Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.
We are looking to recruit a community safety enforcement officer to join our dedicated multi-agency team working in Chesterfield town centre, alongside Derbyshire Police and a range of partner organisations.
This is a highly visible and rewarding role focused on keeping our town centre safe, welcoming, and well-managed. As a community safety enforcement officer, you will:
- conduct high visibility patrols across the town centre
- engage positively with businesses, residents, and visitors
- address anti-social behaviour and support vulnerable individuals
- issue fixed penalties and support problem solving approaches
- contribute to joint operations with police and partner agencies
- support community safety initiatives and local intelligence gathering
This role operates on a shift pattern, which includes some evening and weekend work to ensure we have the right presence at the right times.
We are looking for someone who is:
- confident, approachable, and resilient
- able to work independently and as part of a busy multi agency team
- skilled at building positive relationships with partners and the public
- professional, calm under pressure, and solutions focused
- in possession of a full driving licence
Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be required to complete and pass police vetting.
If you want to make a real difference in your community and thrive in a role that’s varied, dynamic, and people focused, we’d love to hear from you.
How to apply
Interested candidates should initially apply with their CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role. Please send it to hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk no later than the closing date shown below.
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Closing date: 1 November 2026
Provisional interview date: to be confirmed