Community Safety Coordinator

Sunderland City Council; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Sunderland is looking for a Community Safety Coordinator to lead the development and implementation of strategies to enhance community safety. The ideal candidate will have experience in a community safety setting, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a relevant degree. This role includes driving action plans and overseeing local interventions to improve public safety outcomes.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of community safety agenda.
• Ability to inspire and coordinate multi-agency collaboration.
• Experience in managing budgets and preparing high-level reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of community safety strategies.
• Provide expert guidance on legislative and policy developments.
• Develop local responses to community safety concerns.

Skills

Experience in developing strategies

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

Job description

Previous applicants need not apply.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Sunderland City Council’s Community Safety Team at a strategic level, leading the development and delivery of innovative responses to key issues that affect our communities.

As Community Safety Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for driving forward action plans, projects, and local interventions that tackle crime, antisocial behaviour, and broader public safety concerns. You will lead on one or more priority areas identified in the Safer Sunderland Partnership Plan, working closely with partners to improve outcomes and build safer, stronger communities.

About the Role

Working to support the delivery of the Safer Sunderland Partnership’s Community Safety Plan you will play a key role in:

• Leading and coordinating the design and delivery of community safety strategies in line with local and national priorities.
• Providing expert guidance to senior officers, elected members, and partners on legislative and policy developments.
• Developing and implementing innovative local responses to community safety concerns.
• Overseeing the governance and delivery of strategic action plans, ensuring risks are tracked and performance monitored.
• Representing Sunderland City Council and the Safer Sunderland Partnership at operational and strategic forums.
• Producing high‑quality reports and performance summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
• Managing commissioned services and monitoring budgets linked to externally funded initiatives.
• Supporting skills development and resilience across the Community Safety Team.
• Driving continuous improvement through analysis of data, performance, and evaluation of partnership working.
• Promoting community engagement, encouraging participation in crime prevention and public safety efforts.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a proactive, confident individual with a strong understanding of the community safety agenda, who can inspire and coordinate multi‑agency collaboration.

You should have:

• Experience in developing and delivering strategies or action plans in a community safety or public protection setting.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, including crime and disorder, antisocial behaviour, and community safety governance.
• The ability to analyse data, evaluate projects, and present information in accessible formats for various audiences.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience of working in multi‑agency partnerships.
• Experience in preparing high‑level reports, managing budgets, and overseeing commissioned services.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g., Criminology, Community Safety, Public Policy), or equivalent experience.

Please note that a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required prior to appointment.

Why work for Sunderland City Council?

• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance
• You’ll receive 26 days annual leave (31 after 5 years’ continuous service), plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave through the Council’s flexible benefits scheme
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Coates, Neighbourhood Enforcement Manager, by email at [e-mail].

Applications must be completed online at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil.

If you need any support, contact [e-mail].

Please note that CVs are not acceptable.

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