Community Development Officer
Salary: SCP 19-25 (£33,119-£37,563)
30 hours per week
Permanent
Office based in Ledbury
We are seeking an enthusiastic and approachable Community Development Officer to help strengthen community participation and support community-led activity across the town.
This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys building relationships, bringing people together and helping ideas develop into successful projects. Working with community organisations, voluntary groups, residents and partner agencies, you will encourage collaboration and support initiatives that contribute to the social wellbeing and civic life of Ledbury.
The role will include:
- Developing positive relationships with community organisations, volunteers and partner agencies.
- Supporting the planning and delivery of Council and community events.
- Helping local organisations identify funding opportunities and develop projects.
- Encouraging volunteering, partnership working and community participation.
- Assisting with event management plans and risk assessments.
- Promoting community initiatives through newsletters, digital channels and other Council communications.
- Supporting the administration of the Council’s community grants programme when required.
We are looking for someone with experience of working with community organisations, voluntary groups or partnership projects. You will need excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to coordinate projects and events, and the confidence to work independently as well as part of a team.
The successful applicant must be able to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends when required.
Experience of local government or the voluntary sector would be helpful, as would knowledge of grant funding, event risk assessments and data protection requirements.
About You
About Us
The Ledbury Town Council can offer
- Annual leave entitlement - 23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays increasing to 26 after five years’ service (we also have two occasional days which staff are asked to use between Christmas and New Year which allows the office to close over that period)
- Local Government Pension scheme - Worcestershire LGPS - https://www.worcestershirepensionfund.org.uk/
For more information and/or application pack on any of the above roles please contact:
Angela Price, Town Clerk:
Tel: 01531632306
Email: [email protected]
Please note we do not accept CV’s – we will only consider applications made through our application form.
Closing date: 23 October 2026
Community Development Officer in Ledbury employer: Hoople
Herefordshire Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. With a strong focus on professional development, a supportive team environment, and a commitment to inclusivity, employees are empowered to grow and thrive in their roles. Set in the picturesque Herefordshire, you will be part of a passionate team that values collaboration and prioritises the safety and wellbeing of the community.
