Community Engagement Officer

Wmjobs; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyre Forest District Council is seeking a Community Engagement Officer to support the Pride In Place project in Kidderminster, working with residents, communities and partners using an asset-based approach. The role will identify local strengths, enable people to collaborate to build resilience and develop positive activities, including those marginalised, acting as a catalyst for lasting community action.

Flexibility for evenings and travel is required; a minimum of GCSEs including Maths and

Qualifications

• Minimum five GCSEs including Maths and English (grades 4–9).
• A levels or equivalent and at least two years’ experience working with residents and community groups.

Responsibilities

• Identify and build on assets within Wyre Forest communities using asset-based approaches.
• Enable residents to work together to build community resilience and develop positive activities, including those marginalised.
• Act as a catalyst through building relationships that enable people to act together for the common good and long-term resilience.
• Support residents and the council in delivering Pride In Place in Birchen Coppice.

Education

GCSEs incl. Maths and English (4-9)

A Levels or equivalent

Job description

This new post will play a crucial role in implementing the Pride In Place project in Kidderminster through working with residents, communities and partners taking an asset based community development approach and empowering communities to achieve.

The main purpose of the role includes;

• To identify and build upon existing strengths and assets within Wyre Forest communities using an asset based community development approach.
• To enable people in those communities to work together to build community resilience and develop positive activities for all, including those people who are often marginalised.
• To act as a catalyst through building relationships that enable people to act together for the common good creating more resilient communities for the longer term.
• To support the residents and council in delivering the aspirations for Pride In Place project in Birchen Coppice

The ideal candidate will have a good standard of education including a minimum of five GCSE including maths and English (4-9) and A levels or equivalent and a minimum of two years work related experience working with residents, community groups and organisations. You should enjoy working with people, want to support communities to grow and thrive and be able to work effectively in partnership with other organisations.

You will be required to provide a suitable vehicle for this post

This job includes duties that may require a moderate amount of physical effort and mobility on a frequent basis.

Flexible approach to working hours, able to work outside normal office hours if necessary, including a requirement to be available for evening meetings.

We understand you may use AI tools to help you prepare your application. While these tools can be helpful, please ensure everything you share about your experiences, skills, and qualifications is authentic and truly reflects you. Your genuine story and real achievements are what we're most interested in!

The closing date for applications is 11th October 2026, but we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Wyre Forest District Council is an equal opportunities employer

Attached documents
20260211 Community engagement officer role profile.pdf