At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead community engagement and drive local improvements in the Pride in Place area.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on empowering local communities and driving positive change.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping your neighbourhood and ensuring every voice is heard.
- Qualifications: Passion for community development and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 38220 - 39152 £ per year.
Salary: £38,220 to £39,152 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Raffles and Morton (Carlisle)
Contract: Temporary (12 months - with a possible extension of 12 months, secondment opportunity)
About This Role
To develop a strong understanding of the Pride in Place area, its strengths, challenges and opportunities and use this insight to help drive meaningful local improvements. You will lead inclusive engagement across the community, ensuring all voices are heard and reflected in a Pride in Place Plan that meets local needs and aspirations. Building strong relationships with stakeholders, the Neighbourhood Board, MP’s office and Cumberland Council will be key, alongside designing and delivering effective consultation and engagement activities. You will support the full Pride in Place programme, from planning through to delivery and reporting, ensuring communities see real, positive change. Acting as a professional representative of the Neighbourhood Board, you will build partnerships, understand local priorities and help enable effective leadership. The role also involves supporting communities to access additional funding and maintaining clear communication with Councillors and partners to ensure they are informed, supported and able to fulfil their governance roles effectively.
About Pride In Place
The Government’s Pride in Place Programme is a community‑led regeneration initiative that empowers local people to shape the future of their neighbourhoods. Through dedicated neighbourhood boards, the programme brings together residents, businesses and local partners to identify priorities, co‑design solutions and oversee investment that delivers visible, lasting improvements to Flimby, Ellenborough & Broughton Moor. It focuses on building local pride, strengthening communities and ensuring change is driven by those who know the area best.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation’s core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career. Be sure to take a look at the post specification for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Hayley Bishop by email at Hayley.Bishop@cumberland.gov.uk
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role:
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets)
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions.
Closing date: 22 June 2026
Interview date: TBC
Please Read The Supporting Information
Community Development Officer (Pride in Place) - CMB2554e in Carlisle employer: Cumberland Council
As a Community Development Officer with the Pride in Place programme, you will be part of a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises community engagement and empowerment. Our organisation is committed to fostering professional growth, offering opportunities for career development while making a tangible impact in the local area of Carlisle. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we ensure that all voices are heard, creating a supportive environment where you can thrive and contribute to meaningful change.
