Community Warden

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD in Rugby is seeking a temporary enforcement officer to deliver high-visibility patrols across the borough and deter anti-social behaviour. You will engage with residents to encourage compliant behaviour and apply local laws as needed.

The role involves investigating public breaches, issuing notices, and supporting court processes. Flexible, professional conduct is essential for maintaining public safety and cleanliness in the community.

Responsibilities

• Deter anti-social behaviour and promote a cleaner, greener and safer Rugby through high-visibility enforcement patrols.
• Engage confidently with residents to encourage positive behaviour and compliance with local legislation.
• Investigate and address public breaches, issuing Fixed Penalty Notices, Penalty Charge Notices and Public Space Protection Orders; manage offences such as littering, fly-tipping, parking contraventions, and licensing matters.
• Undertake intelligence-led patrols in all weathers, support eviction processes for travellers and illegal encampments, gather evidence and prepare statements for court.
• Maintain accurate records, work with internal teams, and present evidence in magistrates’ court when required.

Job description

This is a temporary role and the rate is £14.82ph PAYE

The reference number is: RQ1791260

The successful candidate will deliver consistent, high‑visibility enforcement patrols across the borough, acting as a recognisable and reassuring presence to deter anti‑social behaviour and promote a cleaner, greener and safer Rugby. They will confidently engage with residents to encourage positive behaviour and compliance with local legislation, while responding flexibly to a wide range of service needs.

They will investigate and address public breaches, issuing Fixed Penalty Notices, Penalty Charge Notices and Public Space Protection Orders, and managing offences including littering, fly‑tipping, parking contraventions, trade waste, dog control issues, noise and smoke nuisance, stray dog collection, licensing matters and taxi rank inspections.

The successful candidate will also undertake intelligence‑led patrols in all weathers, support eviction processes for travellers and illegal encampments, gather evidence and prepare robust statements for court, and provide responsive, professional assistance to resolve immediate community concerns. They will maintain accurate records, work collaboratively with internal teams, and represent the service confidently when presenting evidence in magistrates’ court.

Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.