Community Warden

Community Warden – Contract until March 2027

Summary

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)
    

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

• 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.
  

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.