Warden

Join our team and make a difference in the borough of Barnsley. Roles available in the town centre and in the outlying townships.

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role in community safety in our busy local communities and the vibrant town centre? Are you proactive and hardworking with excellent communication and interpersonal skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Safer Neighbourhood Service as a Warden.

The Safer Neighbourhood Service is a diverse team focusing on a range of statutory and non-statutory functions including, but not limited to community safety, anti-social behaviour, environmental crime and blight.

The main aims of the role will be to:

• Work closely with members of the community and a range of stakeholders, to reduce and prevent crime and anti-social behaviour
• Investigate and prosecute environmental crime across the borough (role specific)
• Engage pro-actively with those involved in anti-social behaviour, identify those responsible and submit safeguarding referrals where vulnerabilities are identified
• Discharge a broad range of summary enforcement powers in a proportionate and professional manner including any powers delegated by the Chief Constable
• Assist in the planning, preparation and execution of targeted initiatives as directed including campaigns and planned deployment approaches
• All Wardens are trained as Forward Liaison Officers and may be required to work alternative shifts in response to unforeseen community incidents or crisis

You will provide a visible and reassuring presence, engaging with partners, residents and Elected Members and responding to any incidents or issues that may arise. You will also support the delivery of community safety initiatives and projects, such as crime prevention campaigns and events.

You will provide an ambassadorial role, offering support where applicable and liaise with local businesses, residents and visitors to Barnsley.

To be successful in the role, you will need to have:

• A friendly and professional manner, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A calm and confident approach to dealing with challenging situations and people
• A flexible and adaptable attitude, as you will be working on a rota basis, including evenings and weekends
• A willingness to learn and develop your skills and knowledge, as you will receive ongoing training and support