Community Safety Partnership Support Officer

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Our preferred method is online application however if you do require a hard copy application pack please contact Human Resources, Guildford Borough Council, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB. Telephone (01483) 444111 (24-hr). Alternatively e-mail PeopleandOD@guildford.gov.uk quoting the relevant post number. Please note that we do not accept CVs, please ensure that you complete the application form fully.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.

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We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Community Safety Partnership Support Officer to join our dedicated Community Safety team. In this vital role, you will provide administrative and coordination support to help deliver effective community safety initiatives, ensuring our residents, partners, and stakeholders receive a professional and responsive service.

You will play a key part in supporting the team’s work on crime reduction, anti-social behaviour, safeguarding, and community engagement by managing casework systems, coordinating communications, and maintaining accurate records.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Community Safety team and the Joint Guildford & Waverley Community Safety Partnership Executive.

• Maintain and update case management systems, ensuring accurate and timely data entry.

• Act as a first point of contact for enquiries from residents, partner agencies, and internal teams.

• Arrange and minute multi-agency meetings.

• Prepare reports, briefing notes, and statistical information as required.

• Assist in coordinating community safety projects, events, and campaigns.

• Ensure sensitive information is managed in line with data protection and safeguarding requirements.

• Support the monitoring of action plans, deadlines, and performance indicators.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.

• Able to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

• A strong communicator—both written and verbal—with the ability to deal confidently with a range of stakeholders.

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office and able to quickly learn new systems.

• Calm under pressure, able to prioritise competing workloads, and comfortable working independently or as part of a team.

• Interested in community safety, safeguarding, and partnership working.

• Experience in a similar administrative role, especially within community safety, housing, local government, or the public sector, is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Opportunities for training and professional development.

• Flexible working options.

• Competitive pension and staff benefits.

Closing date : 4th January 2026

Interviews : 8th January 2026

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Vicky Grinter, Community Cohesion & Refugee Resettlement Manager using email vicky.grinter@guildford.gov.uk