At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure community safety and cleanliness while enforcing parking regulations.
- Company: Charnwood Borough Council, dedicated to serving local communities.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, professional development, pension scheme, and free parking.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying outdoor work.
- Qualifications: Customer service experience, keen observation skills, and a valid driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Join Our Team as a Street Warden (M005)
Contractual hours: 37 hours per week on a shift rota including weekends and Bank Holidays.
Charnwood Borough Council in Leicestershire is searching for the latest member of #TeamCBC! We are looking for a passionate individual who is customer‑focused, a team player, and committed to our local communities in Charnwood.
Role Overview
As a Street Warden, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with parking regulations and contributing to the overall safety and cleanliness of our community. This role involves enforcing parking regulations, managing car park operations, and addressing environmental issues such as littering, dog fouling, and waste problems. You will patrol the borough on foot or by vehicle, providing a visible presence and reassurance to the public.
Key Responsibilities
- Enforce on‑street parking regulations, issuing Parking Charge Notices for violations.
- Ensure car parks operate smoothly, attend to minor machine faults, and assist customers with their enquiries.
- Address environmental issues such as littering, dog fouling, and waste management.
- Conduct regular patrols on foot or by vehicle throughout the Borough.
- Offer support and advice to businesses and landowners to tackle issues affecting them.
- Report defective signs, road markings, and abandoned vehicles.
What We Offer
- Generous Annual Leave: Between 262.7 and 299.7 hours (NJC) of leave.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for career development linked to many roles.
- Pension Scheme: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Free Parking: Available for all employees.
What We’re Looking For
- Assertive yet polite individuals when dealing with the public.
- A calm and professional approach in challenging situations.
- Experience in customer service is highly valued.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Keen observation skills to identify and report issues.
- A valid driving licence is required.
- Successful candidates will be subject to a standard DBS check.
If you enjoy working outdoors and care about your local environment, this is the job for you! We are seeking self‑motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team of Street Wardens. Every day is different in this role, and you will be out in the community making a real difference.
About the Council
Charnwood is one of the largest district councils in the country based on population, serving around 183,000 people. We offer a range of services, from refuse and recycling collections to the operation of a theatre and historic markets. Our services are built on our values: Pride in Charnwood, Customer Focused, and Working Together. We are a Disability Confident Employer and proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant's Employer Recognition Gold Award. We prioritise the well‑being and engagement of our employees through internal groups such as the Staff Forum, Health and Wellbeing Group and Equality Working Group.
About Charnwood
We are proud of our borough, which is a great place to live, work, visit, and invest in. Charnwood boasts breathtaking landscapes, historic markets, and a diverse community. At the heart of Charnwood is Loughborough, home to a world‑class university and the only major bell foundry in the UK.
Find out more about this role and who we are by visiting www.charnwood.gov.uk/jobs
No Agencies please.
Street Warden M005 in Loughborough employer: Charnwood Borough Council
Charnwood Borough Council is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can make a tangible impact on community development and infrastructure. With generous annual leave, professional growth opportunities, and flexible working arrangements, we prioritise employee well-being and career advancement, making it a rewarding place to work in the heart of Charnwood.
