Communities Officer

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Atherstone; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council organization in Atherstone is looking for a Communities Officer to support local communities and partnerships. The role emphasizes project management, funding, and a passion for community engagement. It offers hybrid working and requires flexibility in working hours. The successful candidate will join a reputable team committed to enhancing local spaces and supporting community events. A solid employment package, including generous leave and pension contributions, is also provided.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Learning and Development opportunities

Family Friendly Policies

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and funding required.
• Passionate about working with local communities and people.
• Ability to innovate and work flexibly in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Work with colleagues and local people to support communities.
• Engage with town centre partnerships and local sports clubs.
• Improve green spaces and community play areas.

Skills

Project management

Experience in funding

Passion for community work

Flexibility

Job description

Leisure and Communities Division

£37,280 to £39,152 per annum
37 hours per week

Fixed-term contract for six months, with possible extension.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Communities Team at North Warwickshire Borough Council as a Communities Officer.

We are looking for a passionate, outgoing individual to work with colleagues, partners and local people to support local communities.

The role is varied and will benefit from someone who is flexible and innovative, seeking ways to work with local communities. It will require someone who has experience in project management, funding, and a passion for working with people.

Our Communities Section has an excellent reputation supporting local communities through events, working with town centre partnerships, supporting local sports clubs, engaging local partners, and improving green spaces and play areas. We are looking for someone who will work with the Team and continue to progress work within our communities.

This role offers an opportunity for hybrid working, and the successful candidate will be expected to be flexible, occasionally working evenings and weekends as required.

Appointment to this post will be conditional upon receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service, before the appointment is confirmed. A Basic check will be required. This will contain details of convictions and conditional cautions considered to be ‘unspent’ under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The Council offers an excellent employment package with:

• Generous annual leave allowance (including statutory Bank Holidays and 4 extra statutory days)
• Local Government Pension Scheme, with an employer contribution rate of 20.5%
• Flexible working (including hybrid working) available for certain roles
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Family Friendly Policies
• Generous compassionate leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• and more

For an informal discussion about the post, you can contact Becky Evans via [e-mail]

If this role interests you, please visit Jobs – North Warwickshire Borough Council. Select the vacancy and click ‘Apply for this job’ button – we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that we only accept completed online application forms and do not accept CVs as a method of application for this vacancy.

If you experience difficulties or need assistance with submitting your online application, please contact the HR team at [e-mail]

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Monday, 9th February 2026.