Community Safety Officer

Community Safety Officer- Anti-Social Behaviour (Housing) 

£33,287 To £36,986 + Excellent Benefits 

Home Based with travel to our localities in Lincolnshire and the Midlands 

Permanent, Full Time 

Are you passionate about making a difference and improving our Neighbourhoods? 

We are currently recruiting for a Community Safety Officer to join our friendly and supportive Localities and Community Safety team.  From day one, you will be part of a well-respected and supportive team.  You will also have the flexibility to control your own working day, and you will also work on a variety of different cases across our Platform localities in the Midlands and Lincolnshire. 

What you could be doing as one of our Community Safety Officers; 

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  The Community Safety Officer will be responsible for preparing legal documents and gathering evidence for court proceedings.  In doing so, you will check that all processes and procedures have been followed. 

  
  


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  As a Community Safety Officer, you will present cases during court proceedings and attend relevant multiagency meetings to present case updates.  You will use a broad range of approaches to manage complex cases through to a satisfactory conclusion. 

  
  


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  You will take the lead on legal proceedings and tenancy enforcement issues offering support to our wider team regarding anti-social behaviour issues.  You will also build long-standing relationships with local authorities, Police Services and all other partner agencies. 

  
  

Some things we need from you: 

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  Experience of court applications for non-rental cases, such as Anti-Social behaviour, hate crime and fraud. 

  
  


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  Experience of working in housing would be desirable, however we would also welcome other applicants who have a commitment and passion for social housing.  

  
  


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  This will be a role well suited to someone with experience of working closely with third party agencies to tackle complex issues.  

  
  


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  We are looking for someone who has experience of working with people from diverse backgrounds. 

  
  


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  Proactive approach and have the ability prioritise your time to meet timeframes. 

  
  


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  You will have excellent communication skills and a customer focused approach, understanding the importance of delivering a high standard of service. 

  
  


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  This role involves some travel across the Midlands and Lincolnshire.  A driving licence and use of your own vehicle or alternative means of getting to the required locations is essential. 

  
  


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  This role will require a basic DBS check. 

  
  

Some of our great benefits include:     

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  Up to 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the opportunity to buy and sell leave     

  
  


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  Family friendly policies including generous Paternity, Maternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave plus 3 days paid Urgent Domestic Leave  

  
  


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  Medicash membership for all employees which includes access to an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership and exclusive discounts          

  
  


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  Health Cash Plan worth up to £1700 p/a with cashback for dental, optical, physio and complementary therapies and more        

  
  


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  Pension scheme with minimum employee contributions of up to 3% and Platform will contribute up to 12% (inclusive of life assurance and dependent on employee contributions)          

  
  


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  Learning and Development opportunities   

  
  


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  Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme  

  
  


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  Employee reward and recognition scheme with wellbeing hub and discount from a wide range of retailers  

  
  

The Company 

Join us and find your purpose at Platform! 

Working with us is more than just a job, you will be joining an amazing organisation that values you and your contribution, and where you can truly make a difference and change people’s lives. 

You will join the largest social housing association in the Midlands. We're much more than just houses; we build homes, strong communities, and make a real and positive difference to the lives of our customers. 

We recognise the unique and individual needs of people, so if you are interested in this role but would like to explore a different way of working to the standard Monday to Friday, 9-5 approach, then please highlight this on your application or discuss it with us at the interview stage.  After all, we want to attract the best people to work for us and we know that one size does not fit all. 

Platform is a great place to work, we offer lots of opportunities for you to get involved, share ideas and shape what we do - from networking groups through to fun community and social events.  This is an exciting time to join us, that will provide you with real exposure to the wider dynamics of a truly modern housing association that will play a major part in delivering our 5-year corporate strategy. 

If we receive a high number of applications, this vacancy may expire prior to the closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment. 

Platform Housing Group are committed to building a healthy, vibrant and inclusive organisation that treats people with respect and creates opportunities for all.